Goodwin
eDiscovery Project Manager (Relativity certification required)
Goodwin, Redwood City, California, United States, 94061
Overview
Join Goodwin’s Global Operations Team and make a real impact on a global scale. As an eDiscovery Project Manager, you will collaborate with attorneys, paralegals, clients, vendors, and other firm members to manage multiple litigation matters simultaneously. Responsibilities
Collaborate with case teams to evaluate eDiscovery needs and develop comprehensive project plans. Monitor project progress, advise on adjustments, and ensure milestones are met. Identify potential risks and mitigate them. Leverage technology to create efficiencies and cost savings. Maintain project tracker and document all eDiscovery steps. Use RelativityOne to process, analyze, search, batch, thread, review, and produce documents. Provide guidance and training to case teams on eDiscovery software. Analyze incoming data from client and external parties and report on it. Review and edit document review protocols to ensure compliance with Goodwin’s best practices. Monitor document review progress and assess potential quality or cost issues. Assist in creating privilege logs. Serve as primary liaison between case teams and eDiscovery vendors. Work with vendors to obtain eDiscovery project bids and evaluate vendor bids. Lead matter kickoff calls with case teams and vendors and participate in all vendor meetings thereafter. Perform detailed quality control checks on all vendor work, including searches and document productions. Monitor eDiscovery spend versus budget and communicate budget overages to case teams. Timely address project management issues and proactively implement steps to mitigate delays. Assist case teams in evaluating database decommission options and ensure proper decommissioning per Goodwin’s Playbook. Advise on improvements to Goodwin’s eDiscovery Playbook. Maintain knowledge of industry standards, litigation support tools, and updates. Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree. Over 5 years of eDiscovery experience. Prior eDiscovery role in an AmLaw 100 law firm is preferred. Technical Skills
Thorough understanding of the electronic discovery process. Relativity Certified Administrator (RCA) certification required; Relativity Analytics Specialist certification is a plus. Brainspace Analyst Certification required; additional Brainspace certifications are preferred. Familiarity with other eDiscovery applications (Nuix, Reveal, DISCO, etc.) is preferred. Advanced skills in database searching, data analytics, and technology‑assisted review (TAR). Proficiency in Adobe and Excel. Experience
Designing workflows to facilitate ESI review. Processing, searching, threading, reviewing, and producing data in RelativityOne. Managing large cases with document collections, reviews, and productions. Working with eDiscovery vendors on pricing, budgets, and project management. Skills
Understanding of substantive and strategic aspects of litigation matters. Excellent interpersonal skills under pressure. Strong commitment to superior client service. Quick learner deploying new technology swiftly. Adaptable to unexpected changes and tight deadlines. Excellent planning, project management, and organizational skills with attention to detail. Ability to handle multiple responsibilities simultaneously and meet deadlines. Strong decision‑making and problem‑solving skills. Collaborative mindset and effective teamwork. Excellent analytical skills. Strong oral and written communication skills. Ability to monitor quality control. Flexibility
Willingness to work extended hours, including weekends and holidays. Ability to travel and spend extended periods in other cities as needed. Benefits
Flexible work arrangements and hybrid schedule. Health, dental, and vision insurance. Life and disability insurance. Retirement & Savings Plan. Emergency child and adult care backup. Paid vacation, sick time off, and holidays. Professional development and career advancement opportunities. Employee recognition and reward programs. Employee wellness and assistance programs. Employee discounts and perks. Equal Opportunity
Goodwin Procter LLP is an equal opportunity employer. Goodwin considers applicants for employment and makes employment decisions without unlawful discrimination on the basis of race, color, gender, gender identity or expression, age, religion, national origin, citizenship status, disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, sexual orientation, military or veteran status, or other legally protected status. EEO and Fair Chance
Consistent with the City of Los Angeles’ Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance and the SF Fair Chance Ordinance, an arrest or conviction record will not automatically disqualify a qualified applicant from consideration. Compensation and Overtime
This position is eligible for overtime: Yes. Target Salary Range: $130,000.00–$150,000.00.
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Join Goodwin’s Global Operations Team and make a real impact on a global scale. As an eDiscovery Project Manager, you will collaborate with attorneys, paralegals, clients, vendors, and other firm members to manage multiple litigation matters simultaneously. Responsibilities
Collaborate with case teams to evaluate eDiscovery needs and develop comprehensive project plans. Monitor project progress, advise on adjustments, and ensure milestones are met. Identify potential risks and mitigate them. Leverage technology to create efficiencies and cost savings. Maintain project tracker and document all eDiscovery steps. Use RelativityOne to process, analyze, search, batch, thread, review, and produce documents. Provide guidance and training to case teams on eDiscovery software. Analyze incoming data from client and external parties and report on it. Review and edit document review protocols to ensure compliance with Goodwin’s best practices. Monitor document review progress and assess potential quality or cost issues. Assist in creating privilege logs. Serve as primary liaison between case teams and eDiscovery vendors. Work with vendors to obtain eDiscovery project bids and evaluate vendor bids. Lead matter kickoff calls with case teams and vendors and participate in all vendor meetings thereafter. Perform detailed quality control checks on all vendor work, including searches and document productions. Monitor eDiscovery spend versus budget and communicate budget overages to case teams. Timely address project management issues and proactively implement steps to mitigate delays. Assist case teams in evaluating database decommission options and ensure proper decommissioning per Goodwin’s Playbook. Advise on improvements to Goodwin’s eDiscovery Playbook. Maintain knowledge of industry standards, litigation support tools, and updates. Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree. Over 5 years of eDiscovery experience. Prior eDiscovery role in an AmLaw 100 law firm is preferred. Technical Skills
Thorough understanding of the electronic discovery process. Relativity Certified Administrator (RCA) certification required; Relativity Analytics Specialist certification is a plus. Brainspace Analyst Certification required; additional Brainspace certifications are preferred. Familiarity with other eDiscovery applications (Nuix, Reveal, DISCO, etc.) is preferred. Advanced skills in database searching, data analytics, and technology‑assisted review (TAR). Proficiency in Adobe and Excel. Experience
Designing workflows to facilitate ESI review. Processing, searching, threading, reviewing, and producing data in RelativityOne. Managing large cases with document collections, reviews, and productions. Working with eDiscovery vendors on pricing, budgets, and project management. Skills
Understanding of substantive and strategic aspects of litigation matters. Excellent interpersonal skills under pressure. Strong commitment to superior client service. Quick learner deploying new technology swiftly. Adaptable to unexpected changes and tight deadlines. Excellent planning, project management, and organizational skills with attention to detail. Ability to handle multiple responsibilities simultaneously and meet deadlines. Strong decision‑making and problem‑solving skills. Collaborative mindset and effective teamwork. Excellent analytical skills. Strong oral and written communication skills. Ability to monitor quality control. Flexibility
Willingness to work extended hours, including weekends and holidays. Ability to travel and spend extended periods in other cities as needed. Benefits
Flexible work arrangements and hybrid schedule. Health, dental, and vision insurance. Life and disability insurance. Retirement & Savings Plan. Emergency child and adult care backup. Paid vacation, sick time off, and holidays. Professional development and career advancement opportunities. Employee recognition and reward programs. Employee wellness and assistance programs. Employee discounts and perks. Equal Opportunity
Goodwin Procter LLP is an equal opportunity employer. Goodwin considers applicants for employment and makes employment decisions without unlawful discrimination on the basis of race, color, gender, gender identity or expression, age, religion, national origin, citizenship status, disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, sexual orientation, military or veteran status, or other legally protected status. EEO and Fair Chance
Consistent with the City of Los Angeles’ Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance and the SF Fair Chance Ordinance, an arrest or conviction record will not automatically disqualify a qualified applicant from consideration. Compensation and Overtime
This position is eligible for overtime: Yes. Target Salary Range: $130,000.00–$150,000.00.
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