eDiscovery Processing Technician

Overview

This entry-level eDiscovery Processing Technician role supports legal teams by managing the intake, processing, and organization of digital evidence. Working closely with Processing Engineers, the analyst helps ensure datasets are properly structured, secure, and ready for attorney review, while building foundational experience in legal technology and the digital forensics lifecycle.

Responsibilities

• Data Intake & Loading: Securely receive, validate, and load electronic data into eDiscovery platforms while maintaining strict chain-of-custody protocols.
• Data Processing: Perform standardized data filtering, deduplication, and file extraction workflows under the guidance of senior team members.
• Database Administration: Organize document folder structures and configure review indexes to support efficient attorney review workflows.
• Quality Control: Validate document sets for formatting accuracy, metadata integrity, and completeness before release to the review team.
• Project Documentation: Maintain project trackers, update case logs, and prepare recurring status reports to keep stakeholders informed of milestones and progress.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Information Systems, Computer Science, Legal Studies, or a related field, or equivalent professional experience.
• Experience: Entry-level relevant experience; prior internship experience in a law firm, legal department, or IT environment is preferred.
• Technical Aptitude: Advanced Microsoft Excel skills, including VLOOKUPs and PivotTables; ability to learn, troubleshoot, and work effectively with complex database software.
• Core Competencies: Strong attention to detail, methodical approach to problem-solving, and ability to explain technical issues clearly to non-technical stakeholders.
• Adaptability: Ability to manage multiple concurrent tasks, adjust priorities quickly, and meet strict, court-mandated deadlines.

Preferred Qualifications

• Working knowledge of the Electronic Discovery Reference Model (EDRM) and its role in the eDiscovery lifecycle.
• Hands-on exposure to eDiscovery platforms (such as Relativity, Nuix, or Logikcull) gained through academic projects, internships, or related experience.

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive pay and quarterly incentives
• Comprehensive benefits, 401k, and wellbeing programs
• Paid time off and holidays
• Professional development and career growth opportunities

Equal Employment Opportunity & Accessibility

The employer is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all individuals and making hiring decisions without unlawful consideration of protected characteristics under applicable local, state, provincial, or federal law.

The employer is dedicated to making the application process accessible. If an accommodation or assistance is needed due to a disability, notify the employer—requests are handled confidentially.

Background Check & Work Eligibility

All persons hired will be required to complete a background check consistent with applicable law and provide proof of eligibility to work in the country of the job location. Background check results will be considered on an individualized basis in accordance with applicable fair-chance hiring requirements.