Direct Counsel has partnered with a Premier, nationally recognized firm in their search for an eDiscovery Associate to join their team. To Solve clients' business challenges from the explosion of data and emergent technologies in the workplace, the eDiscovery lawyer will focus only on eDiscovery, pushing the limits of innovation to provide enhanced value. The successful candidate will marry technology skills, litigation experience, and deep subject matter knowledge to bring forward-thinking solutions to the technical and legal aspects of eDiscovery. Potential Candidates could live in Irvine, Los Angeles, San Diego, San Francisco, San Jose, or Walnut Creek CA.
Responsibilities:
Assess legal cases to determine the scope of electronic evidence involved and develop strategies for its efficient retrieval and management
Ensure compliance with legal requirements and court orders for the preservation of potentially relevant electronic data
Oversee the collection of electronically stored information from various sources, collaborating with forensic experts as needed
Supervise the processing of collected data to make it searchable and reviewable by legal teams
Manage teams of attorneys and paralegals in reviewing electronic documents for relevance, privilege, and other legal considerations
Oversee the production of electronic evidence to opposing parties and its presentation in court proceedings or settlement negotiations
Ensure compliance with relevant laws, regulations, and court rules related to eDiscovery processes
Serve as an expert witness in cases, providing testimony about eDiscovery methods and processes
Requirements
Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school
Admission to the bar in the state of CA
Minimum of 3-5 years of eDiscovery Litigation experience, including preservation strategies, briefing, arguing motions, meet and confers, working with experts and counseling clients
Strong understanding of electronic discovery principles, processes, and technologies
The ability to explain technology and legal concepts to non-technical lawyers is also important
Relevant industry affiliations or labor and employment experience are a plus
Benefits
Pay: $230,000.00 - $265,000.00 per year
Benefits:
401(k)
401(k) matching
Dental insurance
Health insurance
Life insurance
Paid time off
Vision insurance
Seniority level
Associate
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Legal
Industries
Primary and Secondary Education and Non-profit Organizations
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