eDiscovery Attorney

• Job Title: eDiscovery Attorney
• Location: Palo Alto, CA

Job Overview:

A law firm in Palo Alto, CA, is searching for an eDiscovery Attorney to serve as the primary liaison for clients, develop and execute project plans for each stage of the Electronic Discovery Reference Model (EDRM), and implement innovative solutions leveraging AI technology. The ideal candidate will possess 5-10 years of relevant experience, hold active licensure in good standing with a State Bar, and demonstrate proficiency in all phases of the EDRM.

Duties:

• Act as the primary point of contact for clients, ensuring effective communication and understanding of their needs throughout the e-discovery process.
• Develop and execute project plans for each stage of the EDRM, from identification to production, ensuring adherence to timelines and budget constraints.
• Collaborate with clients and technology providers to leverage AI technology in the e-discovery platform, enhancing efficiency and accuracy.
• Implement custom workflows to reduce client costs and expedite evidence retrieval while maintaining quality standards.
• To streamline processes and ensure compliance, create and refine standard documentation, including ESI protocols, Protective Orders, review protocols, training guides, and workflows.
• Manage review teams, providing necessary feedback and guidance to ensure industry-leading speed and accuracy in document review.
• Guide team leads and provide training to foster a collaborative team environment focused on problem-solving for clients and review teams.

Requirements:

• 5-10 years of relevant experience in e-discovery.
• Active licensure in good standing with a State Bar.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality of Firm and client information.
• Proficiency in all phases of the EDRM, including identification, preservation, collection, review, and production.
• Experience conducting interviews with IT and developing preservation strategies.
• Negotiation skills for ESI protocols.
• Proficiency in conducting custodial interviews.
• Experience drafting and testing keyword searches.
• Document review management experience at a law firm, in-house legal department, or consulting firm.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple fast-moving projects simultaneously.
• Flexibility to adapt work schedule to support global client engagements across various time zones.
• Analytical problem-solving skills.

Education:

• A bachelor's degree (BS or BA) is required.
• Juris Doctorate (JD) degree required.

This firm's attorneys in San Francisco, Silicon Valley, and worldwide strive to consistently meet client needs and form the sort of long-term relationships that have exemplified the firm's 125-year history. The firm's extensive attorney training and support enables them to collaborate on complex legal matters for corporate clients of all kinds.