eDiscovery Associate Attorney

2-7 yrs required

Full-time

No

A law firm in Portland is currently seeking a qualified eDiscovery Associate Attorney to join their team. The ideal candidate should have relevant industry affiliations and excellent counseling, writing, and hands-on litigation skills. Labor and employment experience is considered a plus. As an eDiscovery Associate Attorney, the successful candidate will be responsible for managing electronic discovery processes and providing legal support in litigation matters. The role requires a candidate with 3-5 years of eDiscovery experience.

Duties:

• Conducting legal research related to eDiscovery processes and staying abreast of industry developments.
• Collaborating with legal teams to identify, collect, and preserve electronic evidence.
• Drafting and reviewing legal documents, including discovery requests, responses, and motions.
• Managing and coordinating the review of electronic documents and data.
• Provided counsel on eDiscovery best practices and ensured compliance with relevant laws and regulations.
• Participating in negotiations, mediation, and court proceedings as necessary.

Requirements:

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.
• Active membership in the State Bar.
• 3-5 years of experience in eDiscovery within a legal setting.
• Strong understanding of electronic discovery processes and technologies.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team-oriented environment.
• Familiarity with labor and employment law is a plus.

Skills:

• Legal research and analysis.
• Strong litigation and counseling skills.
• Proficiency in electronic discovery tools and technologies.
• Excellent written and verbal communication.
• Team collaboration and interpersonal skills.

Benefits:

• Health, dental, and vision plans for employees, spouses/domestic partners, and children.
• Mental health programs.
• Life and disability insurance.
• 401(k) retirement plan.
• Family building, parenting, and caregiving support.
• Various voluntary benefit options.

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