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A national law firm is seeking a highly organized and proactive Director of Litigation and E-Discovery to join the Litigation team. The ideal candidate will excel in a professional and team-oriented environment. The role requires excellent communication skills, meticulous attention to detail, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment.

Duties/Responsibilities:

Develop and implement the firm's litigation support and e-discovery strategy, including: preservation, collection, review and production of electronically stored information (ESI); technology selection; and work flow optimization.Consult with attorneys and clients on the planning and implementation of e-discovery solutions for large litigation projects, including vendor selection and pricing.Lead training and education of paralegals, attorneys, and staff regarding litigation support software, AI-driven technology, search design and litigation policies.Collaborate with litigation practice group leaders and the Chief Information Officer regarding tools that improve litigation support, ensuring solutions are cost-effective and enhance productivity.Audit files in all offices to confirm Litigation Uniform Filing SOPs are being followed and coordinate training to ensure compliance.Collaborate with the Paralegal Manager to ensure paralegals are highly trained and competent.Participate in continuing legal education and training programs to stay current on developments in litigation practices and technology.Create and manage the Litigation Support budget.Facilitate migration of files of lateral hires.Regularly review older cases that can be closed or removed from systems.Perform other duties assigned.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

Manage and develop Litigation Support Department staff including recruitment, training, and performance evaluations.Oversee the day-to-day workflow of the litigation support team, ensuring tasks are prioritized and completed efficiently.Provide ongoing mentorship and guidance to paralegals and attorneys, fostering a collaborative and high-performance work environment.

Required Skills/Abilities:

Expert in litigation support software (including Reveal), AI technology, and design of search terms.Expert in collection and production of records, compliance with discovery obligations and compliance with data preservation.Strong verbal and written communication skills to interact effectively with legal teams, clients and vendors.Excellent time management, organizational skills and attention to detail.Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to identify and implement process improvements.Proven leadership abilities with experience in managing a team.Understanding of State and Federal Rules of Civil Procedure.Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and related software.

Education and Experience:

Bachelor's Degree in Paralegal Studies, Legal Management, or a related field required; Master's degree preferred.A minimum of 10 years of paralegal experience, and at least 3 years in a litigation management role or similar position, with direct experience overseeing litigation support processes and teams. 1409494_1741131514 To Apply for this Job Click Here