eDiscovery Review Attorney

A law firm seeks an experienced eDiscovery Review Attorney to join its Litigation & E-Discovery Services team in Washington, DC. This full-time role offers the opportunity for both in-person and hybrid work. The successful candidate will bring extensive knowledge in eDiscovery platforms and document review workflows, with a focus on managing electronic discovery processes in complex litigation.

Duties:

• Lead and supervise strategic document review and production in litigation cases.
• Provide legal guidance to case teams on managing document review processes, including creating review protocols, training reviewers, and supervising privilege reviews.
• Advise on best practices related to electronic stored information (ESI) search and review across various legal matters, including litigation and regulatory investigations.
• Coordinate with the firm’s contract professionals team to manage the hiring and administration of temporary review attorneys.
• Oversee temporary review attorney teams, providing feedback, tracking performance, and ensuring quality control.
• Perform detailed document review using platforms such as Relativity, reviewing for relevance, confidentiality, and privilege.
• Conduct privilege reviews and redactions, including preparing privilege logs.
• Assist case teams with targeted searches to support fact development and deposition preparation.
• Collaborate with other eDiscovery professionals to ensure adherence to workflows and confirm quality control.
• Develop and recommend defensible, cost-effective strategies for document review.
• Help case teams design strategies for reducing document review costs through keyword development and document sampling.
• Stay up-to-date on evolving eDiscovery laws and best practices, including federal and state rules on privilege and proportionality.
• Work closely with other business professionals in the firm to improve the efficiency of electronic discovery services.
• Travel to client sites or offices as needed.
• Maintain accurate and timely billing for both billable and non-billable hours.

Requirements:

• Minimum of 2 years of experience managing complex litigation document reviews and eDiscovery projects.
• Experience with relational document review platforms, such as Relativity.
• An active member in good standing of the DC State Bar.
• Ability to work extended hours or weekends, as needed.
• Ability to travel when necessary.

Education:

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree required.

Certifications:

• eDiscovery certifications or specialized training are a plus.

Skills:

• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Exceptional project management and organizational skills.
• Ability to handle multiple tasks under tight deadlines.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Leadership skills with the ability to manage teams and collaborate effectively.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Strong initiative and results-driven attitude.
• Attention to detail and customer service orientation.

Benefits:

• Comprehensive health and wellness benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• Life insurance, AD&D, long-term care coverage, and other parental support benefits.
• 21 days of Paid Time Off (PTO) and 10 paid holidays annually.
• Generous parental leave and fertility benefits.
• Flexible spending accounts for health and dependent care.
• Pre-tax commuter benefits.

This position offers an exciting opportunity for an experienced eDiscovery professional to join a dynamic team and make a significant impact on high-profile cases.

Creative lawyering in a laid back environment is big draw for associates at this Amlaw firm. This California-based firm is highly regarded as one of the most innovative firms in the market. The firm is best known for its technology work and life sciences clients, and is generally recognized as the top legal provider for emerging companies. The California culture of the firm fosters a collaborative and social workplace, while the sophisticated training and meaningful attorney mentorship help develop associates into world class lawyers.