eDiscovery Counsel

Job Title: eDiscovery Counsel

Location: Los Angeles, CA

Job Overview

A distinguished law firm in Los Angeles, CA, seeks an experienced eDiscovery Counsel to lead and manage eDiscovery processes for complex litigations and investigations. This role involves close collaboration with clients, merits firms, and co-counsel, providing expert advice on eDiscovery, information governance, and other related legal issues. The successful candidate will be a proactive leader, capable of managing multiple high-stakes workstreams, mentoring junior team members, and identifying opportunities for growth and thought leadership within the legal sector.

Duties

• Provide in-depth legal analysis and solutions on eDiscovery and information governance issues
• Draft and oversee legal work products, including legal memoranda, protective orders, ESI agreements, motions, and defensibility documentation
• Prepare outlines, talking points, and strategic documentation for client meetings, custodian interviews, meet-and-confer sessions, and hearings
• Collaborate directly with clients and legal partners to manage workflows and project timelines effectively
• Guide and prepare expert witnesses, including matter management and preparation for testimony
• Lead client engagements with minimal oversight, ensuring timely and accurate work completion
• Identify and pursue business development opportunities to drive firm growth
• Maintain precise time records and fulfill all time-entry requirements
• Perform additional responsibilities as needed to support client success and firm objectives

Requirements

• A minimum of 5 years of experience managing eDiscovery in a legal setting, preferably within a law firm environment
• Proficiency in legal research with a proven ability to draft complex discovery-related documents and governance materials
• Strong client management skills with a track record of successful client interactions and project leadership
• Demonstrated involvement in industry organizations with a proactive approach to thought leadership and innovation

Education

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited law school

Certifications

• Admission to the Bar in one or more of the following jurisdictions: California, Illinois, Minnesota, Virginia, Washington, D.C.

Skills

• High-level expertise in eDiscovery, information governance, and data privacy legislation
• Strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving abilities
• Exceptional communication and presentation skills, both written and verbal
• Ability to thrive in fast-paced, high-energy environments, maintaining strong team spirit and cohesion
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office and a strong technical aptitude for legal software and technology

Job Location

• Los Angeles, CA