Manager of Electronic Discovery Services
About the position
The Manager of Electronic Discovery Services is responsible for championing and overseeing the Firm’s litigation support efforts through the use of technology and reports to the Chief Operating Officer. This includes developing and honing processes and procedures and applying industry trends and technology. Works closely with the litigation practice group, outside law firms and vendors. Manages document intensive litigation projects and supervises document review teams (as needed). Responsible for designing/administering, implementing, and maintaining Sheehan’s litigation software environment. Provides training to the group and end users on eDiscovery software use and eDiscovery project management. Confirms the accuracy of the documents and exhibits for trial. Oversees/manages the daily operation of the eDiscovery group and coordinates special projects. Ensures that project/team milestones/goals are met, incorporates best practice and adheres to approved budgets along with other tasks as assigned. Stays abreast of changes in eDiscovery related technology. Manages budget related to litigation technology.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Subject matter expert (SME) of state and federal court rules relating to electronic discovery and strong understanding of litigation practice
Serves as eDiscovery SME in court proceedings as required
Strong project management skills
Reveal administration or other legal/document review software experience
Ability to work independently with strong collaboration and leadership skills
Operates with high ethical standards
Strong verbal, written, project and interpersonal communication skills
Proven ability to interact with clients and third parties on a professional level
Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment
Strong problem-solving skills and ability to adjust and work around obstacles when confronted
Ability to troubleshoot technical issues and develop workable solutions quickly
Responsibilities
• Developing and honing processes and procedures and applying industry trends and technology
• Working closely with the litigation practice group, outside law firms and vendors
• Managing document intensive litigation projects and supervises document review teams (as needed)
• Designing/administering, implementing, and maintaining Sheehan’s litigation software environment
• Providing training to the group and end users on eDiscovery software use and eDiscovery project management
• Confirming the accuracy of the documents and exhibits for trial
• Overseeing/managing the daily operation of the eDiscovery group and coordinates special projects
• Ensuring that project/team milestones/goals are met, incorporates best practice and adheres to approved budgets along with other tasks as assigned
• Staying abreast of changes in eDiscovery related technology
• Managing budget related to litigation technology
Requirements
• Bachelor’s degree with a minimum of 5+ years of e-Discovery experience and previous supervisory experience
• Strong technical skills including systems analysis techniques and procedure development, including consulting with users to determine hardware, software and functional specifications
• Experience working with internal and external customers/clients and excellent customer service skills
Nice-to-haves
• E-discovery certifications preferred
Benefits
• Sheehan offers a competitive pay and comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, life, and disability insurance, retirement plan, paid time off and 12 holidays per year, tuition reimbursement and more!
• We provide a flexible work environment through our hybrid remote schedule, and early Friday release summer program.
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The Manager of Electronic Discovery Services is responsible for championing and overseeing the Firm’s litigation support efforts through the use of technology and reports to the Chief Operating Officer. This includes developing and honing processes and procedures and applying industry trends and technology. Works closely with the litigation practice group, outside law firms and vendors. Manages document intensive litigation projects and supervises document review teams (as needed). Responsible for designing/administering, implementing, and maintaining Sheehan’s litigation software environment. Provides training to the group and end users on eDiscovery software use and eDiscovery project management. Confirms the accuracy of the documents and exhibits for trial. Oversees/manages the daily operation of the eDiscovery group and coordinates special projects. Ensures that project/team milestones/goals are met, incorporates best practice and adheres to approved budgets along with other tasks as assigned. Stays abreast of changes in eDiscovery related technology. Manages budget related to litigation technology.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Subject matter expert (SME) of state and federal court rules relating to electronic discovery and strong understanding of litigation practice
Serves as eDiscovery SME in court proceedings as required
Strong project management skills
Reveal administration or other legal/document review software experience
Ability to work independently with strong collaboration and leadership skills
Operates with high ethical standards
Strong verbal, written, project and interpersonal communication skills
Proven ability to interact with clients and third parties on a professional level
Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment
Strong problem-solving skills and ability to adjust and work around obstacles when confronted
Ability to troubleshoot technical issues and develop workable solutions quickly
Responsibilities
• Developing and honing processes and procedures and applying industry trends and technology
• Working closely with the litigation practice group, outside law firms and vendors
• Managing document intensive litigation projects and supervises document review teams (as needed)
• Designing/administering, implementing, and maintaining Sheehan’s litigation software environment
• Providing training to the group and end users on eDiscovery software use and eDiscovery project management
• Confirming the accuracy of the documents and exhibits for trial
• Overseeing/managing the daily operation of the eDiscovery group and coordinates special projects
• Ensuring that project/team milestones/goals are met, incorporates best practice and adheres to approved budgets along with other tasks as assigned
• Staying abreast of changes in eDiscovery related technology
• Managing budget related to litigation technology
Requirements
• Bachelor’s degree with a minimum of 5+ years of e-Discovery experience and previous supervisory experience
• Strong technical skills including systems analysis techniques and procedure development, including consulting with users to determine hardware, software and functional specifications
• Experience working with internal and external customers/clients and excellent customer service skills
Nice-to-haves
• E-discovery certifications preferred
Benefits
• Sheehan offers a competitive pay and comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, life, and disability insurance, retirement plan, paid time off and 12 holidays per year, tuition reimbursement and more!
• We provide a flexible work environment through our hybrid remote schedule, and early Friday release summer program.
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