CONTRACT eDiscovery Counsel

Overview

A Fortune 20 global technology leader is seeking an experienced eDiscovery Counsel for a long-term secondment. This role offers the opportunity to work at the intersection of legal and technological innovation, collaborating directly with attorneys on AI-driven eDiscovery products, regulatory strategy, and litigation involving emerging areas such as generative AI, social media, and complex data ecosystems. The position is fully remote and open to candidates based in the U.S.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain expertise in U.S. and global legal and regulatory requirements related to litigation, discovery, and information governance
• Apply legal, eDiscovery, and information governance knowledge when partnering with in-house and outside counsel on active litigation, regulatory, and investigation matters
• Contribute to the design, implementation, and execution of eDiscovery and information governance templates, policies, strategies, and workflows
• Identify, analyze, and resolve complex issues, communicating findings clearly in cross-functional settings
• Collaborate with eDiscovery and Information Governance teams, case and policy teams, business partners, outside counsel, and vendors
• Learn and understand complex, cutting-edge technology and data concepts, discuss these effectively with technical experts, and apply this knowledge to discovery and legal strategies

Minimum Qualifications

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) or foreign equivalent and membership in at least one U.S. State Bar
• Significant legal experience in a law firm, government agency, or in-house corporate environment focusing on litigation, information governance, and regulatory matters
• Proven ability to build partnerships and coordinate with diverse audiences including legal, technical, and policy teams
• Experience understanding complex technology and data concepts and applying this knowledge to discovery and legal strategies
• Familiarity with eDiscovery and information governance technologies and tools
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, sound judgment, and legal expertise to address complex issues and develop practical solutions

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working in-house at a technology company
• Experience developing and validating technology-assisted review (TAR) programs
• Exceptional presentation, organizational, and project management skills
• Ability to manage a fast-paced workload while maintaining priorities and anticipating issues

Location

• Fully remote position, open to candidates located within the United States

Job ID: 7285