Director, Litigation Support and E-Discovery Services Job at Philadelphia, PA US Full Time

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DESCRIPTION

Position Overview:

The Director of Litigation Support and E-Discovery Services is responsible for supervising and managing the workflow and activities of the Litigation Support and E-Discovery Team and assisting with discovery for complex litigation, legal research and trial technology. The Director will at times be responsible for working directly with firm clients and will lead the development of policies and procedures, training requirements, and strategic vision for the E-Discovery program and platform.

Essential Job Functions:

• Supervise the Litigation Support and E-Discovery Team

• Consult with firm attorneys, paralegals and, at times, clients regarding e-Discovery issues

• Communicate with e-Discovery Analysts, MD attorneys, paralegals and clients to create an e-Discovery plan, understand deadlines and suggested budget for e-Discovery projects

• Manage legal and fact research services

• Manage and support MD attorneys and paralegals in the use of trial technology

Requirements:

• JD preferred.

• A minimum of 7-10 years of litigation support, electronic discovery, project management and legal database experience is a must.

• A minimum of 5-7 years experience in managing a team.

• Must exhibit strong technical writing skills, maintain client confidentiality, ability to analyze information and communicate processes, and excellent follow-up skills.

• Ability to work under pressure and able to multi-task and prioritize work assignments in order to meet deadlines.

• Must exhibit superior training and presentation skills.

• Experience in working with document review platforms.

This job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees in this position. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required for the position; other duties outside of normal responsibilities may be performed as necessary to meet the needs of the firm.

Background Investigation Notice: Before an official offer of employment can be made, potential candidates must authorize an independent investigation of their background.

Firm offers a sound future, competitive salary, and an excellent benefits package.

Qualified candidates should submit cover letter, resume and salary requirement for consideration.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer AA/M/F/D/V

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental Insurance
• Health Insurance
• Vision Insurance

Schedule:

Experience:

• management: 5 years (Preferred)
• litigation support: 7 years (Required)
• e-Discovery: 7 years (Required)