Senior Litigation Support Analyst - DLA Piper
Chicago, IL
About the Job
DLA Piper is, at its core, bold, exceptional, collaborative and supportive. Our people are the backbone, heart and soul of our firm. Wherever you are in your professional journey, DLA Piper is a place you can engage in meaningful work and grow your career. Let’s see what we can achieve. Together.
Summary
As a Senior Litigation Support Analyst, you will work with project managers and case teams on litigation matters. You will assist attorneys on cases by providing computerized support to help them plan, organize, research, analyze, argue, and present their cases in a more cost and time efficient manner. You will also prioritize the day-to-day support of data management and review platforms. You will provide technology support and services to an assigned office, location, or practice group.
Location
This position can be remote. Candidates should reside within reasonable commuting distance to the home office and must be based in one of the following offices: San Francisco, Austin, Dallas, Houston, Phoenix, Atlanta, New York, Chicago, Baltimore, or Short Hills area. Candidates may be required on occasion to visit the local office when/if needed.
Responsibilities
+ Assists in managing cases/projects on various levels and at various stages of the litigation process.
+ Creates and supports various databases throughout the duration of a case, including creating user accounts, granting access, creating review layouts and assisting with searches.
+ Provides daily metrics of document reviews; generates data productions and performs quality control before data is produced.
+ Processes electronically stored information (ESI) for upload into data review platform.
+ Assists attorney in trial preparation and set-up of electronic equipment in the courtroom; provides court assistance as required.
+ Assist with data imports and exports and data manipulation, as needed.
+ Processes ESI through sophisticated technology application for data analysis, such as Clearwell.
+ Targets ESI collection from hard drives and backup tapes with Index Engines; assist with collection efforts on an as needed basis.
+ Provides timelines and estimates to the project manager for all data being processed.
+ Mentors other members of the team.
+ Assists in developing /maintaining best practices for the department.
+ Other duties as assigned.
Desired Skills
Excellent project management skills required to manage a variety of complex projects with tight deadlines. Ability to work with varying levels of employees, paralegal, attorneys and vendors with a focus towards customer satisfaction. Must have demonstrated proficiency in the entire litigation support process including the use of database management, searching and reporting, scanning and coding procedures, electronic discovery management, document production and trial support. Strong analytical and problem solving skills required to resolve complex issues using technology. Must be able to handle high stress situations and deal successfully with conflict. Must be able to exercise sound independent judgment under minimal direct supervision. Project leadership experience required.
Minimum Education
+ High School or GED
Preferred Education
+ 4 Year / Bachelor's Degree inComputer Science, Information Technology or related field.
Minimum Years of Experience
+ 6 years’ experience in litigation technology support to include the installation, configuration and maintenance of applications such as Relativity, Concordance, LiveNote, CaseMap and Sanction. Must have experience with electronic evidence, large-scale printing, document repositories, and extranet technologies.
Essential Job Expectations
While the specific job requirements of a DLA Piper position may vary depending upon scope of the job and area of specialty, there are certain universal requirements that are expected of all DLA Piper employees, which include but are not limited to:
+ Effectively communicate, verbally and in writing, with clients, lawyers, business professionals, and third parties;
+ Produce deliverables, answer phone calls, and reply to correspondence in an efficient and responsive manner;
+ Provide timely, accurate, and quality work product;
+ Successfully meet deadlines, expectations, and perform work duties as required;
+ Foster positive work relationships;
+ Comply with all firm policies and practices;
+ Engage in both physical and sedentary activity, such as (a) working at a computer for extended periods of time, including on-screen reading and typing; (b) participating in digital/virtual conference calls; (c) participating in meetings as needed;
+ Perform all other duties, tasks or projects as assigned.
Our employees are expected to embrace and uphold our firm values as a part of our DLA Piper culture. We are committed to excellence in how we represent our clients and develop our people.
Physical Demands
Sedentary work: Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and/or a negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects, including the human body. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time. Jobs are sedentary if walking and standing are required only occasionally and all other sedentary criteria are met.
Work Environment
+ Hybrid - Regular in-office presence with some flexibility for work-from-home
Disclaimer
The purpose of this job description is to provide a concise statement of the work elements and to organize and present the information in a standardized way. It is not intended to describe all the elements of the work that may be performed by every individual in this classification, nor should it serve as the sole criteria for personnel decisions and actions. The job duties, requirements, and expectations for this position may be modified at the Firm’s discretion at any time. This job description does not change the at-will nature of employment. Reasonable accommodations may be made upon request to permit individuals with a disability to perform the essential functions and responsibilities of the position or to participate in the job selection process.
Application Process
Applicants must apply directly online instead of sending application materials via email. If you have a request for an accommodation during the application process or have any questions about the process, please contact careers@us.dlapiper.com. Please add dlapiper@myworkday.com to your list of safe senders.
Accommodation
Reasonable accommodations may be made upon request to permit individuals with a disability to perform the essential functions and responsibilities of the position or to participate in the job selection process. If you have a request for an accommodation during the application process, please contact careers@us.dlapiper.com .
Agency applications will not be considered.
No immigration sponsorship is available for this position.
The expected pay range for this position, if hired to work in New York City is $58.00 – $96.00 per hour. If hired to work in San Francisco the expected pay range is $60.00 - $100.00 per hour. Non-exempt positions will be paid on an hourly basis and paid overtime in accordance with applicable laws. The compensation offered to a candidate selected for employment will be dependent upon various factors, including the candidate’s geographic market, skills, educational and professional background, experience, and overall qualifications. We offer a comprehensive package of benefits including medical/dental/vision insurance, and 401(k).
_DLA Piper is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran._ Job applicant poster viewing center (https://mandatoryview.com/?LicenceId=09b17fa3-b781-4022-bfdd-ec61a570463c&ProductType=OnlineApplicant) _._
DLA Piper is, at its core, bold, exceptional, collaborative and supportive
Our people are the backbone, heart and soul of our firm. Wherever you are in your professional journey, DLA Piper is a place you can engage in meaningful work and grow your career. Let’s see what we can achieve. Together.
Get to Know Us
We invite you to learn more about us. Please visit the following pages for more information about DLA Piper.
Laterals (http://www.dlapiper.com/en-us/careers/laterals)
Lateral Partners
Law Students (http://www.dlapiper.com/en-us/careers/law-students)
Business Professionals
Recruitment Agencies:
Per the terms of our agreement, all candidates must be submitted through the firm’s agency portal for consideration. If you have an agreement with the firm, please log in to the agency portal via the following link (https://www.myworkday.com/wday/authgwy/dlapiper/login.htmld?redirect=n) to review positions accepting agency submissions.
_Lawyer Positions Only:_ If you do not have an agreement with us and would like us to consider candidates, please send a blind candidate profile to legalrecruiting-bos@dlapiper.com
Summary
As a Senior Litigation Support Analyst, you will work with project managers and case teams on litigation matters. You will assist attorneys on cases by providing computerized support to help them plan, organize, research, analyze, argue, and present their cases in a more cost and time efficient manner. You will also prioritize the day-to-day support of data management and review platforms. You will provide technology support and services to an assigned office, location, or practice group.
Location
This position can be remote. Candidates should reside within reasonable commuting distance to the home office and must be based in one of the following offices: San Francisco, Austin, Dallas, Houston, Phoenix, Atlanta, New York, Chicago, Baltimore, or Short Hills area. Candidates may be required on occasion to visit the local office when/if needed.
Responsibilities
+ Assists in managing cases/projects on various levels and at various stages of the litigation process.
+ Creates and supports various databases throughout the duration of a case, including creating user accounts, granting access, creating review layouts and assisting with searches.
+ Provides daily metrics of document reviews; generates data productions and performs quality control before data is produced.
+ Processes electronically stored information (ESI) for upload into data review platform.
+ Assists attorney in trial preparation and set-up of electronic equipment in the courtroom; provides court assistance as required.
+ Assist with data imports and exports and data manipulation, as needed.
+ Processes ESI through sophisticated technology application for data analysis, such as Clearwell.
+ Targets ESI collection from hard drives and backup tapes with Index Engines; assist with collection efforts on an as needed basis.
+ Provides timelines and estimates to the project manager for all data being processed.
+ Mentors other members of the team.
+ Assists in developing /maintaining best practices for the department.
+ Other duties as assigned.
Desired Skills
Excellent project management skills required to manage a variety of complex projects with tight deadlines. Ability to work with varying levels of employees, paralegal, attorneys and vendors with a focus towards customer satisfaction. Must have demonstrated proficiency in the entire litigation support process including the use of database management, searching and reporting, scanning and coding procedures, electronic discovery management, document production and trial support. Strong analytical and problem solving skills required to resolve complex issues using technology. Must be able to handle high stress situations and deal successfully with conflict. Must be able to exercise sound independent judgment under minimal direct supervision. Project leadership experience required.
Minimum Education
+ High School or GED
Preferred Education
+ 4 Year / Bachelor's Degree inComputer Science, Information Technology or related field.
Minimum Years of Experience
+ 6 years’ experience in litigation technology support to include the installation, configuration and maintenance of applications such as Relativity, Concordance, LiveNote, CaseMap and Sanction. Must have experience with electronic evidence, large-scale printing, document repositories, and extranet technologies.
Essential Job Expectations
While the specific job requirements of a DLA Piper position may vary depending upon scope of the job and area of specialty, there are certain universal requirements that are expected of all DLA Piper employees, which include but are not limited to:
+ Effectively communicate, verbally and in writing, with clients, lawyers, business professionals, and third parties;
+ Produce deliverables, answer phone calls, and reply to correspondence in an efficient and responsive manner;
+ Provide timely, accurate, and quality work product;
+ Successfully meet deadlines, expectations, and perform work duties as required;
+ Foster positive work relationships;
+ Comply with all firm policies and practices;
+ Engage in both physical and sedentary activity, such as (a) working at a computer for extended periods of time, including on-screen reading and typing; (b) participating in digital/virtual conference calls; (c) participating in meetings as needed;
+ Perform all other duties, tasks or projects as assigned.
Our employees are expected to embrace and uphold our firm values as a part of our DLA Piper culture. We are committed to excellence in how we represent our clients and develop our people.
Physical Demands
Sedentary work: Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and/or a negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects, including the human body. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time. Jobs are sedentary if walking and standing are required only occasionally and all other sedentary criteria are met.
Work Environment
+ Hybrid - Regular in-office presence with some flexibility for work-from-home
Disclaimer
The purpose of this job description is to provide a concise statement of the work elements and to organize and present the information in a standardized way. It is not intended to describe all the elements of the work that may be performed by every individual in this classification, nor should it serve as the sole criteria for personnel decisions and actions. The job duties, requirements, and expectations for this position may be modified at the Firm’s discretion at any time. This job description does not change the at-will nature of employment. Reasonable accommodations may be made upon request to permit individuals with a disability to perform the essential functions and responsibilities of the position or to participate in the job selection process.
Application Process
Applicants must apply directly online instead of sending application materials via email. If you have a request for an accommodation during the application process or have any questions about the process, please contact careers@us.dlapiper.com. Please add dlapiper@myworkday.com to your list of safe senders.
Accommodation
Reasonable accommodations may be made upon request to permit individuals with a disability to perform the essential functions and responsibilities of the position or to participate in the job selection process. If you have a request for an accommodation during the application process, please contact careers@us.dlapiper.com .
Agency applications will not be considered.
No immigration sponsorship is available for this position.
The expected pay range for this position, if hired to work in New York City is $58.00 – $96.00 per hour. If hired to work in San Francisco the expected pay range is $60.00 - $100.00 per hour. Non-exempt positions will be paid on an hourly basis and paid overtime in accordance with applicable laws. The compensation offered to a candidate selected for employment will be dependent upon various factors, including the candidate’s geographic market, skills, educational and professional background, experience, and overall qualifications. We offer a comprehensive package of benefits including medical/dental/vision insurance, and 401(k).
_DLA Piper is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran._ Job applicant poster viewing center (https://mandatoryview.com/?LicenceId=09b17fa3-b781-4022-bfdd-ec61a570463c&ProductType=OnlineApplicant) _._
DLA Piper is, at its core, bold, exceptional, collaborative and supportive
Our people are the backbone, heart and soul of our firm. Wherever you are in your professional journey, DLA Piper is a place you can engage in meaningful work and grow your career. Let’s see what we can achieve. Together.
Get to Know Us
We invite you to learn more about us. Please visit the following pages for more information about DLA Piper.
Laterals (http://www.dlapiper.com/en-us/careers/laterals)
Lateral Partners
Law Students (http://www.dlapiper.com/en-us/careers/law-students)
Business Professionals
Recruitment Agencies:
Per the terms of our agreement, all candidates must be submitted through the firm’s agency portal for consideration. If you have an agreement with the firm, please log in to the agency portal via the following link (https://www.myworkday.com/wday/authgwy/dlapiper/login.htmld?redirect=n) to review positions accepting agency submissions.
_Lawyer Positions Only:_ If you do not have an agreement with us and would like us to consider candidates, please send a blind candidate profile to legalrecruiting-bos@dlapiper.com
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