What are the responsibilities and job description for the E-Discovery Attorney - 371024 position at BCG Attorney Search?
Job ID: 371024
Practice area:- Litigation - eDiscovery General
Job Overview:
A leading law firm is seeking an experienced E-Discovery Attorney to join its Financial Services & Securities Enforcement practice in Chicago. This position supports complex litigation and regulatory enforcement matters involving financial institutions. The attorney will manage discovery workflows from end to end, contribute to litigation strategy, and collaborate with internal teams and external vendors. Ideal candidates will bring a deep understanding of discovery platforms, financial industry matters, and case management within large-scale litigation.
Location:
Chicago, IL
Duties:
Lead and manage all stages of the e-discovery process, including preservation, review, production, and privilege log creation
Advise clients on preservation issues and coordinate implementation of legal holds
Conduct witness interviews to determine document collection scope
Assess and respond to discovery requests and objections
Collaborate with case teams to define and enforce proportional discovery scopes
Oversee document collection, review, and production efforts
Maintain regular communication with case teams on project status, budget, and timelines
Assist with project planning, technical documentation, and execution of project schedules
Coordinate with internal litigation support, vendors, and document review teams
Utilize Relativity and similar platforms to manage data, perform searches, and track review progress
Prepare productions for depositions, motions, and trial proceedings
Support factual development by relaying information from witness interviews to review teams
Adapt to evolving case needs and manage tight deadlines and multiple stakeholders
Requirements:
Minimum of 2 years of experience in e-discovery; litigation experience preferred
Proven ability to manage large-scale e-discovery matters in high-pressure environments
Practical knowledge of document review workflows and litigation lifecycle
Familiarity with legal and procedural nuances related to financial services litigation
Experience in team-based legal project coordination and budget management
Ability to take ownership and lead all discovery operations in complex legal matters
Education:
Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited U.S. law school
Certifications:
Admission to the Illinois State Bar (required)
Skills:
Expertise in Relativity and comparable review tools
Strong legal research and analytical abilities
Advanced communication and documentation skills
Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
Problem-solving mindset with adaptability to changing case demands
Proven track record of managing discovery timelines, costs, and reporting
Benefits:
Hybrid work schedule promoting flexibility and balance
Merit-based and hours-based bonus opportunities
Billable credit for pro bono work
Full benefits package, including health insurance and retirement plans
This international law firm has 20 offices with over 900 attorneys on its team. Its service areas include financial services litigation, technology and outsourcing, healthcare law, government, criminal and regulatory investigations, real estate and land use, environmental, energy law, insolvency and restructuring, product liability and mass torts, corporate, private wealth services, employee benefits, banking and finance, patents, labor and employment, intellectual property, class action and antitrust and trade regulation.
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Salary : $125,000 - $150,000