E-Discovery Project Manager

Latham & Watkins LLP•San Francisco, CA

23h•Hybrid

About The Position

The E-Discovery Project Manager is an integral member of Latham & Watkins’ Practice Support Services team. The role manages all aspects of litigation matters and serves as a trusted advisor and primary liaison to case team members, with the goal of owning the service delivery relationship. The position is based in the firm’s San Francisco, Silicon Valley, San Diego, or Los Angeles (Century City) office and may be eligible for a flexible schedule combining hybrid and in-office work.

Requirements

Advanced operational skills and expertise with legal processes and electronic discovery best practices, with the ability to advise case teams.
In-depth knowledge of IT systems architecture, including server, email, database, telecommunications, mobile device, social media, and cloud storage systems, and their implications for eDiscovery.
Expert-level knowledge of forensic collection methodologies, ESI processing, and document review technologies.
A bachelor’s degree or equivalent; six years of relevant experience may be considered in lieu of a degree.
At least six years of experience in electronic discovery consulting, project management, and litigation support, including data processing and document review platforms.

Nice To Haves

Certification in project management or eDiscovery practices, such as PMP and/or CEDS.
Prior experience handling second requests.

Responsibilities

Coordinate projects across multiple teams while ensuring an excellent client experience.
Collaborate with eDiscovery Solutions Attorneys to develop and implement best practices for handling clients’ electronically stored information (ESI).
Understand client needs and expectations, and ensure requirements are documented, communicated, and incorporated into project plans.
Develop comprehensive project plans and timelines for eDiscovery projects.
Oversee project budgets and financial considerations, ensure projects remain within budget, and communicate with stakeholders when scope changes or issues could affect client costs.
Protect and maintain highly sensitive, confidential, privileged, financial, and proprietary information retained by Latham & Watkins.

Benefits

Healthcare insurance
Life and disability insurance
A 401(k) plan
At least 11 paid holidays per year
A PTO program accruing 23 days during the first year of employment and increasing with tenure
Well-being programs, including mental health services, mindfulness and resiliency resources, medical resources, and well-being events
Professional development programs
Employee discounts
Affinity groups, networks, and coalitions for lawyers and staff
Bonuses in recognition of individual and firm performance