What are the responsibilities and job description for the E-Discovery and Litigation Support Specialist position at Wood Herron & Evans LLP?
Company Overview
Wood Herron & Evans, LLP is a distinguished boutique law firm with a rich history dating back to 1868. Specializing in all areas of intellectual property law, our firm is dedicated to protecting innovation and creativity by assisting clients with patent applications, infringement and validity opinions, licensing negotiations, and legal counseling across diverse technological fields.
Job Summary
We are seeking a highly skilled E-Discovery / Litigation Support Specialist to join our intellectual property law firm. The ideal candidate will possess expertise in electronic discovery processes, litigation support, and data management. This role involves managing the electronic discovery lifecycle, supporting attorneys in complex IP litigations, and ensuring compliance with court and client requirements.
Key Responsibilities:
- Utilize e-discovery tools and software, particularly Trust Array (or related), to review and organize data for litigation
- Manage and coordinate e-discovery processes for intellectual property litigation, including data collection, processing, review, and production.
- Work with clients, vendors, and internal teams to gather, preserve, and analyze electronically stored information (ESI).
- Develop and implement document review protocols, including privilege and confidentiality designations.
- Conduct technical analysis of electronic data sources, including emails, documents, and multimedia files.
- Maintain detailed logs and documentation of discovery processes and productions.
- Ensure compliance with relevant legal standards, court orders, and client policies.
- Provide training and support to staff on e-discovery best practices and technology.
- Stay current on emerging trends and technological advancements in e-discovery and IP litigation.
Qualifications:
- Associate or bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or related field; experience in lieu of a degree will be considered; paralegal certification preferred.
- 2-3 years of proven experience in e-discovery and litigation support within a law firm, preferably with a focus on intellectual property matters.
- Strong knowledge of ESI, litigation procedures, and electronic evidence handling.
- Proficiency with e-discovery platforms and review tools.
- Excellent analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to manage multiple projects and prioritize effectively.
- Strong communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
Pay: From $55,000.00 per year
Work Location: In person
Salary : $55,000