Senior Discovery Attorney

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Job Overview

A law firm seeks an experienced Senior Discovery Attorney for its E-Discovery Services & Strategy practice group in Seattle, WA. This role is ideal for a tech-savvy attorney who can advise on strategic discovery practices, manage document review teams, and handle special projects.

Duties

• Counsel case teams and clients on E-Discovery methodologies and workflows.
• Consult on database design for efficient document review.
• Manage and mentor Discovery and Review Attorneys.
• Collaborate with ESS attorneys and technologists.
• Assist with drafting case training materials.
• Perform quality control of document coding.
• Prepare privilege logs and identify materials for depositions and trial.
• Draft deposition outlines and transcript summaries.
• Assist with case chronology and fact development.
• Conduct special projects, including legal research and drafting memos.
• Prepare internal and external trainings and presentations.
• Stay current on legal developments in E-Discovery and related fields.

Requirements

• At least 3 years of related work experience, preferably in a law firm or corporate legal department.
• Familiarity with litigation processes, including discovery and trial.
• Strong knowledge of E-Discovery technology and Federal Rules of Civil Procedure.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent communication and client service skills.
• Proficiency in MS Office applications and Excel.

Education

• Juris Doctorate degree.

Certifications

• Active member of the state bar association where the office is located.

Skills

• Experience in complex commercial litigation, intellectual property, or regulatory investigations preferred.
• Experience with cross-border discovery and data privacy regulations is a plus.
• Foreign language skills and advanced technical proficiencies are advantageous.

Benefits

• Annual discretionary bonus.
• 401(k) plan.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Accrued paid time off starting at 20 days annually.
• Personal medical and parental leave.
• Up to 10 paid holidays.
• Family care benefits.

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