Senior e-Discovery Attorney

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Job Overview:
A nationally recognized law firm is seeking a Senior eDiscovery Attorney to provide leadership and technical expertise in managing all aspects of eDiscovery in high-stakes litigation and regulatory matters. This position is ideal for a seasoned attorney with a deep understanding of the eDiscovery lifecycle, experience managing large-scale review projects, and a collaborative approach to legal technology and compliance. This role offers hybrid and remote work options in approved jurisdictions.

Location:

• Hartford, CT

Duties:

• Develop and execute case-specific eDiscovery strategies in collaboration with case teams and clients

• Plan and oversee document collection, review workflows, and productions

• Serve as liaison among vendors, clients, and legal teams for all eDiscovery matters

• Manage privilege review, log creation, and QC processes

• Draft and negotiate TAR, ESI, confidentiality, and scope agreements

• Lead or support custodian interviews and data collection planning

• Oversee and participate in meet-and-confer sessions with opposing parties or agencies

• Prepare budgets and negotiate vendor contracts for discovery services

• Draft responses to subpoenas and discovery requests

• Stay current with trends, case law, and regulatory developments impacting eDiscovery

• Educate attorneys and internal teams on eDiscovery tools, rules, and best practices

• Provide strategic insight into discovery-related issues, including cross-border and data privacy concerns

• Support advocacy teams with deposition prep and document review

• Conduct legal research related to discovery disputes and motion practice

• Handle special projects as assigned by firm leadership or litigation team leads

Requirements:

• Minimum of 10 years of experience in eDiscovery or litigation support

• Demonstrated leadership in managing complex eDiscovery matters

• Experience with Second Requests and high-stakes litigation

• Strong background in working with government agencies and opposing counsel on discovery issues

• Expertise with large-scale document reviews and litigation workflows

Education:

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school

Certifications:

• Bar admission in the state of the designated office location or eligibility to sit for the exam

Skills:

• Deep understanding of the eDiscovery lifecycle and related legal frameworks

• High-level familiarity with Relativity and TAR (Technology Assisted Review) tools

• Strong understanding of privilege, confidentiality, and work product doctrines

• Knowledge of international data privacy laws and cross-border data transfer issues

• Exceptional project management, analytical, and organizational skills

• Excellent written and oral communication skills

• Ability to present information clearly to legal teams, clients, and third parties

• Technologically adaptable, resourceful, and proactive

Benefits:

• Annual discretionary bonus and raise eligibility

• Generous PTO including vacation, holidays, sick leave, and personal days

• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance

• Firm-paid life, accident, and disability insurance (short- and long-term)

• 401(k) Profit Sharing Plan and Cash Balance Retirement Plan with employer contributions

• Health Savings Accounts (HSA) and Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

• Student loan refinancing benefits

• Fitness and gym reimbursement program

• Hybrid remote work schedule (minimum three in-office days per week where applicable)

Company info

BCG Attorney Search
125 Park Avenue, 25th floor
New York
New York
United States 10017
Phone : (212) 232-0277
Fax : (213) 895-7306