Location
This position is based in the office of Goodwin.
Work type
Full-time
What you will do
Under the direction and supervision of the firm’s Director of eDiscovery, the eDiscovery Project Manager will:
- Collaborate with case team to evaluate eDiscovery project needs and develop a comprehensive eDiscovery project plan.
- Monitor project progress and advise on adjustments to eDiscovery project plan to ensure project milestones are met.
- Identify potential risks to project success and mitigate those risks.
- Leverage technology to create efficiencies and cost savings on each matter.
- Maintain project tracker and ensure all steps in the eDiscovery process are documented.
- Use RelativityOne to process, analyze, search, thread, batch, review and produce documents.
- Provide guidance and training to case teams on eDiscovery software.
- Analyze and report on all incoming data from client and external parties.
- Review and edit document review protocols to ensure compliance with Goodwin’s eDiscovery best practices.
- Monitor document review progress and assess potential issues with cost or quality of the document review.
- Assist in the creation of privilege logs.
- Serve as primary liaison between case team and eDiscovery vendor.
- Work with vendors to obtain eDiscovery project bids.
- Work with case teams to evaluate vendor bids and select the best vendor for each project.
- Lead matter kickoff call with case team and vendor and participate in all vendor meetings thereafter.
- Perform detailed quality control checks on all vendor work, including all searches and document productions.
- Monitor eDiscovery spend versus budget and regularly communicate with case teams regarding any anticipated budget overages.
- Timely escalate project management issues and proactively implement steps to mitigate project delays.
- At the end of each matter, assist case team in evaluating database decommissions options and ensure database is properly decommissioned in accordance with Goodwin’s eDiscovery Playbook.
- Advise on improvements to Goodwin’s eDiscovery playbook.
- Maintain knowledge of various litigation support and document review tools/updates.
- Maintain current knowledge of industry standards and procedures.
Who you are
Education & experience
- Bachelor’s degree.
- Over 5 years of experience in eDiscovery.
- Prior eDiscovery role in an AmLaw 100 law firm is preferred.
Technical skills
- Thorough understanding of the electronic discovery process.
- Relativity Certified Administrator (RCA) certification required; Relativity Analytics Specialist certification is a plus.
- Brainspace Analyst Certification required; additional Brainspace certifications are preferred.
- Familiarity with other eDiscovery applications like Nuix, Reveal, DISCO, etc. is preferred.
- Advanced skills in database searching, data analytics, and technology-assisted review (TAR).
- Proficiency in Adobe and Excel.
Experience
- Experience designing workflows to facilitate ESI review.
- Proficiency in processing, searching, threading, reviewing, and producing data in RelativityOne.
- Experience handling large cases, including document collections, reviews, and productions.
- Proven experience working with eDiscovery vendors on pricing, budgets, and project management.
Skills
- Ability to understand both the substantive and strategic aspects of various litigation matters.
- Excellent interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively under pressure.
- Strong commitment to delivering superior client service to both internal and external clients.
- Quick learner with the capability to deploy new technology swiftly.
- Adaptability to unexpected changes, tight deadlines, and managing multiple collaborators simultaneously.
- Excellent planning, project management, and organizational skills with attention to detail.
- Ability to handle multiple responsibilities simultaneously and meet deadlines.
- Strong decision-making and problem-solving skills.
- Collaborative mindset with the ability to work effectively as part of a team.
- Excellent analytical skills.
- Strong oral and written communication skills.
- Ability to monitor quality control.
Flexibility
- Willingness to work extended hours, including weekends and holidays.
- Ability to travel and spend extended periods in other cities as needed.
Benefits and more
At Goodwin, you will discover your next career opportunity with a rewarding compensation package and comprehensive benefits, including:
- Health, dental, and vision insurance
- Life and disability insurance
- Retirement & Savings Plan
- Emergency back-up child and adult care
- Paid vacation, sick time off, and holidays
- Professional development and career advancement opportunities
- Employee recognition and reward programs
- Employee wellness and assistance programs
- Employee discounts and perks
This position is eligible for overtime: Yes
The Target Salary Range for this position varies by location and is commensurate with relevant experience: Target Salary Range: $145,000.00- $165,000.00
Interested in this role?
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