Overview
The Director, eDiscovery is responsible for leading the eDiscovery strategy, operations, technology, and client service delivery within the organization. This role involves managing the full lifecycle of electronically stored information for client matters, including preservation, collection, processing, review, production, and presentation. The Director leads a team and provides expert recommendations on electronic discovery matters, collaborating closely with attorneys, clients, litigation support professionals, vendors, IT, information governance, privacy, and leadership to ensure efficient, defensible, and cost-effective eDiscovery practices. Remote work arrangements are available, with other work arrangements considered.
Responsibilities
- Manage and mentor a team of legal technology experts.
- Lead the eDiscovery function by establishing best practices, workflows, standards, and protocols.
- Advise attorneys and clients on eDiscovery strategy across litigation, investigations, regulatory matters, arbitration, and internal reviews.
- Monitor developments in eDiscovery law, technology, artificial intelligence, analytics, data privacy, and information governance.
- Develop recommendations, cost estimates, budgets, procedures, and vendor specifications for scanning, coding, or eDiscovery processing from discovery through trial.
- Prepare project documentation including database design specifications, vendor processing and delivery specifications, and reporting.
- Oversee and coordinate resources, tracking project progress and workflow.
- Prepare annual capital and expense budgets in accordance with organizational budget processes.
- Build internal and external awareness of eDiscovery capabilities.
- Determine appropriate internal and external resources to deliver eDiscovery projects.
- Collaborate with associates and partners on scoping, pricing, and delivery of matter-based eDiscovery projects.
- Develop and maintain key vendor relationships.
- Advise on upgrades and enhancements to systems and technologies related to eDiscovery, evidence management, specialized databases, and trial presentation.
- Identify, select, and assist in implementing technologies that advance client, practice group, and organizational priorities.
- Conduct training for attorneys and paralegals on litigation support and eDiscovery.
- Consult with Practice Group Leaders and Team Leaders as needed.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Requirements
- 10-12 years of eDiscovery experience, including at least 5 years with an eDiscovery service provider or law firm.
- Experience with litigation case management is preferred.
- Bachelor's degree required; JD or master’s degree preferred. Relevant work experience may be considered in lieu of a degree.
- Industry-relevant certifications preferred (e.g., RCA, ACEDS, RCE, RCM).
- Expertise in eDiscovery software delivery methodologies, tools, and practices.
- Strong leadership, communication, relationship-building, and change management skills.
- Ability to work effectively with partners, attorneys, business professionals, and leadership.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to influence beyond direct reports.
- Knowledgeable in ACEDS, Relativity, Law, and EDRM.
- Strong organizational and project management skills.
- Competent in business administration skills, including budgeting.
- Comprehensive knowledge of state and federal civil procedure and court processes.
Compensation & Benefits
The anticipated annual salary range for this position, depending on location, is as follows:
- Rochester, NY: $148,500 to $228,800
- Boston, MA: $163,500 to $251,900
- Chicago, IL: $163,500 to $251,900
- Los Angeles, CA: $163,500 to $251,900
- Washington, DC: $163,500 to $251,900
- New York, NY: $180,000 to $277,200
- San Francisco, CA: $180,000 to $277,200
In addition to a standard benefits package, this role may be eligible for additional contingent compensation based on factors such as work performance, geographic location, experience, education, and qualifications. Contingent compensation is not guaranteed and may be zero in some cases.
Location
This position is open in the following locations:
- Boston, MA
- Chicago, IL
- Los Angeles, CA
- New York City, NY
- Rochester, NY
- San Francisco, CA
- Washington, DC
The organization is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer and complies with applicable laws regarding non-discrimination and fair employment practices. It participates in E-Verify to confirm identity and employment eligibility of newly hired employees.