Senior Practice Support Project Manager – eDiscovery
Posted on Sep 15, 2024 by Latham & Watkins LLP
New York County, NY
Admin & Secretarial
Immediate Start
Annual Salary
Full-Time
About Latham & Watkins:
Latham & Watkins is a global law firm consistently ranked among the top firms in the world. The success of our firm is largely determined by our commitment to hire and develop the very best and brightest, creating a team that provides our clients with the highest quality of work and service. We are driven by our core values: respect, innovation, and collaboration.
About the Role:
The Senior Practice Support Project Manager – eDiscovery is an integral part of Latham’s Technology & Information Services team and will be responsible for leading a project management team and collaborating with other resources within the firm to assist in all aspects of a litigation matter, while acting as a trusted advisor and primary liaison with case team members with the goal of owning the service delivery relationship, providing project coordination across multiple teams, and ensuring an excellent client experience. This role will be located in our New York office. Please note that this role may be eligible for a flexible working schedule that allows for a hybrid and in-office presence.
Responsibilities & Qualifications:
Other key responsibilities include:
Collaborating with the eDiscovery Solutions Attorneys to develop and implement best practices for handling clients' electronically stored information (ESI)
Understanding client needs and expectations, ensuring requirements are documented, communicated, and incorporated into project plans
Liaising with clients' in-house eDiscovery team to create or support documented best practices
Developing comprehensive project plans and timelines for eDiscovery projects
Providing leadership, guidance, and mentorship to Project Managers and other colleagues with regards to eDiscovery procedures and best practices
Protecting and maintaining any highly sensitive, confidential, privileged, financial, and/or proprietary information that Latham & Watkins retains
We’d love to hear from you if you:
Demonstrate advanced operational skills and expertise with legal processes, electronic discovery best practices, and the ability to advise case teams accordingly
Possess in-depth knowledge of IT systems architecture including server systems, email systems, database systems, telecommunications systems, mobile devices, social media, cloud storage, and implications for eDiscovery
Display expert-level knowledge of forensics collection methodologies, ESI processing, and document review technologies
And have:
A bachelor’s degree or an equivalent
A certification in project management or eDiscovery practices (ex. PMP and/or CEDS), preferably
A minimum of eight (8) years of electronic discovery consulting, project management, and litigation support experience, including data processing and document review platforms
Benefits & Additional Information:
Successful candidates will not only be provided with an outstanding career opportunity and welcoming environment, but will also be provided with a generous total compensation package with bonuses awarded in recognition of both individual and firm performance. Eligible employees can participate in Latham’s comprehensive benefit program which includes:
Healthcare, life and disability insurance
A generous 401k plan
At least 11 paid holidays per year, and a PTO program that accrues 23 days during the first year of employment and grows with tenure
Well-being programs (e.g. mental health services, mindfulness and resiliency, medical resources, well-being events, and more)
Professional Development programs
Employee discounts
And more!
Additionally, we have a range of diversity programming including Global Affinity Groups. These groups provide a firmwide platform to share experiences and advice as well as an opportunity to participate in a supportive network with common interests to help make life at the firm even better.
Please click to view the full job description for this role.
Latham & Watkins is committed to diversity, equal opportunity, sustainability, and pro bono legal services. We draw from a remarkable wealth of talent to create one of the world's leading law firms, and advance these commitments through the work of our Global Citizenship department. Our lawyers, paralegals, and professional staff worldwide comprise a rich mixture of different races, ethnic backgrounds, religions, sexual orientations, cultures, and primary languages. Our diversity makes us who we are.
Pleaseto review your rights under U.S. employment laws.
#LI-JB1
#MidSenior
Pay Range:
USD $(phone number removed) - USD $(phone number removed) /Yr.
Latham & Watkins is a global law firm consistently ranked among the top firms in the world. The success of our firm is largely determined by our commitment to hire and develop the very best and brightest, creating a team that provides our clients with the highest quality of work and service. We are driven by our core values: respect, innovation, and collaboration.
About the Role:
The Senior Practice Support Project Manager – eDiscovery is an integral part of Latham’s Technology & Information Services team and will be responsible for leading a project management team and collaborating with other resources within the firm to assist in all aspects of a litigation matter, while acting as a trusted advisor and primary liaison with case team members with the goal of owning the service delivery relationship, providing project coordination across multiple teams, and ensuring an excellent client experience. This role will be located in our New York office. Please note that this role may be eligible for a flexible working schedule that allows for a hybrid and in-office presence.
Responsibilities & Qualifications:
Other key responsibilities include:
Collaborating with the eDiscovery Solutions Attorneys to develop and implement best practices for handling clients' electronically stored information (ESI)
Understanding client needs and expectations, ensuring requirements are documented, communicated, and incorporated into project plans
Liaising with clients' in-house eDiscovery team to create or support documented best practices
Developing comprehensive project plans and timelines for eDiscovery projects
Providing leadership, guidance, and mentorship to Project Managers and other colleagues with regards to eDiscovery procedures and best practices
Protecting and maintaining any highly sensitive, confidential, privileged, financial, and/or proprietary information that Latham & Watkins retains
We’d love to hear from you if you:
Demonstrate advanced operational skills and expertise with legal processes, electronic discovery best practices, and the ability to advise case teams accordingly
Possess in-depth knowledge of IT systems architecture including server systems, email systems, database systems, telecommunications systems, mobile devices, social media, cloud storage, and implications for eDiscovery
Display expert-level knowledge of forensics collection methodologies, ESI processing, and document review technologies
And have:
A bachelor’s degree or an equivalent
A certification in project management or eDiscovery practices (ex. PMP and/or CEDS), preferably
A minimum of eight (8) years of electronic discovery consulting, project management, and litigation support experience, including data processing and document review platforms
Benefits & Additional Information:
Successful candidates will not only be provided with an outstanding career opportunity and welcoming environment, but will also be provided with a generous total compensation package with bonuses awarded in recognition of both individual and firm performance. Eligible employees can participate in Latham’s comprehensive benefit program which includes:
Healthcare, life and disability insurance
A generous 401k plan
At least 11 paid holidays per year, and a PTO program that accrues 23 days during the first year of employment and grows with tenure
Well-being programs (e.g. mental health services, mindfulness and resiliency, medical resources, well-being events, and more)
Professional Development programs
Employee discounts
And more!
Additionally, we have a range of diversity programming including Global Affinity Groups. These groups provide a firmwide platform to share experiences and advice as well as an opportunity to participate in a supportive network with common interests to help make life at the firm even better.
Please click to view the full job description for this role.
Latham & Watkins is committed to diversity, equal opportunity, sustainability, and pro bono legal services. We draw from a remarkable wealth of talent to create one of the world's leading law firms, and advance these commitments through the work of our Global Citizenship department. Our lawyers, paralegals, and professional staff worldwide comprise a rich mixture of different races, ethnic backgrounds, religions, sexual orientations, cultures, and primary languages. Our diversity makes us who we are.
Pleaseto review your rights under U.S. employment laws.
#LI-JB1
#MidSenior
Pay Range:
USD $(phone number removed) - USD $(phone number removed) /Yr.
Reference: 200033155
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Senior Practice Support Project Manager – eDiscovery
Posted on Sep 15, 2024 by Latham & Watkins LLP
New York County, NY
Admin & Secretarial
Immediate Start
Annual Salary
Full-Time
About Latham & Watkins:
Latham & Watkins is a global law firm consistently ranked among the top firms in the world. The success of our firm is largely determined by our commitment to hire and develop the very best and brightest, creating a team that provides our clients with the highest quality of work and service. We are driven by our core values: respect, innovation, and collaboration.
About the Role:
The Senior Practice Support Project Manager – eDiscovery is an integral part of Latham’s Technology & Information Services team and will be responsible for leading a project management team and collaborating with other resources within the firm to assist in all aspects of a litigation matter, while acting as a trusted advisor and primary liaison with case team members with the goal of owning the service delivery relationship, providing project coordination across multiple teams, and ensuring an excellent client experience. This role will be located in our New York office. Please note that this role may be eligible for a flexible working schedule that allows for a hybrid and in-office presence.
Responsibilities & Qualifications:
Other key responsibilities include:
Collaborating with the eDiscovery Solutions Attorneys to develop and implement best practices for handling clients' electronically stored information (ESI)
Understanding client needs and expectations, ensuring requirements are documented, communicated, and incorporated into project plans
Liaising with clients' in-house eDiscovery team to create or support documented best practices
Developing comprehensive project plans and timelines for eDiscovery projects
Providing leadership, guidance, and mentorship to Project Managers and other colleagues with regards to eDiscovery procedures and best practices
Protecting and maintaining any highly sensitive, confidential, privileged, financial, and/or proprietary information that Latham & Watkins retains
We’d love to hear from you if you:
Demonstrate advanced operational skills and expertise with legal processes, electronic discovery best practices, and the ability to advise case teams accordingly
Possess in-depth knowledge of IT systems architecture including server systems, email systems, database systems, telecommunications systems, mobile devices, social media, cloud storage, and implications for eDiscovery
Display expert-level knowledge of forensics collection methodologies, ESI processing, and document review technologies
And have:
A bachelor’s degree or an equivalent
A certification in project management or eDiscovery practices (ex. PMP and/or CEDS), preferably
A minimum of eight (8) years of electronic discovery consulting, project management, and litigation support experience, including data processing and document review platforms
Benefits & Additional Information:
Successful candidates will not only be provided with an outstanding career opportunity and welcoming environment, but will also be provided with a generous total compensation package with bonuses awarded in recognition of both individual and firm performance. Eligible employees can participate in Latham’s comprehensive benefit program which includes:
Healthcare, life and disability insurance
A generous 401k plan
At least 11 paid holidays per year, and a PTO program that accrues 23 days during the first year of employment and grows with tenure
Well-being programs (e.g. mental health services, mindfulness and resiliency, medical resources, well-being events, and more)
Professional Development programs
Employee discounts
And more!
Additionally, we have a range of diversity programming including Global Affinity Groups. These groups provide a firmwide platform to share experiences and advice as well as an opportunity to participate in a supportive network with common interests to help make life at the firm even better.
Please click to view the full job description for this role.
Latham & Watkins is committed to diversity, equal opportunity, sustainability, and pro bono legal services. We draw from a remarkable wealth of talent to create one of the world's leading law firms, and advance these commitments through the work of our Global Citizenship department. Our lawyers, paralegals, and professional staff worldwide comprise a rich mixture of different races, ethnic backgrounds, religions, sexual orientations, cultures, and primary languages. Our diversity makes us who we are.
Pleaseto review your rights under U.S. employment laws.
#LI-JB1
#MidSenior
Pay Range:
USD $(phone number removed) - USD $(phone number removed) /Yr.
Latham & Watkins is a global law firm consistently ranked among the top firms in the world. The success of our firm is largely determined by our commitment to hire and develop the very best and brightest, creating a team that provides our clients with the highest quality of work and service. We are driven by our core values: respect, innovation, and collaboration.
About the Role:
The Senior Practice Support Project Manager – eDiscovery is an integral part of Latham’s Technology & Information Services team and will be responsible for leading a project management team and collaborating with other resources within the firm to assist in all aspects of a litigation matter, while acting as a trusted advisor and primary liaison with case team members with the goal of owning the service delivery relationship, providing project coordination across multiple teams, and ensuring an excellent client experience. This role will be located in our New York office. Please note that this role may be eligible for a flexible working schedule that allows for a hybrid and in-office presence.
Responsibilities & Qualifications:
Other key responsibilities include:
Collaborating with the eDiscovery Solutions Attorneys to develop and implement best practices for handling clients' electronically stored information (ESI)
Understanding client needs and expectations, ensuring requirements are documented, communicated, and incorporated into project plans
Liaising with clients' in-house eDiscovery team to create or support documented best practices
Developing comprehensive project plans and timelines for eDiscovery projects
Providing leadership, guidance, and mentorship to Project Managers and other colleagues with regards to eDiscovery procedures and best practices
Protecting and maintaining any highly sensitive, confidential, privileged, financial, and/or proprietary information that Latham & Watkins retains
We’d love to hear from you if you:
Demonstrate advanced operational skills and expertise with legal processes, electronic discovery best practices, and the ability to advise case teams accordingly
Possess in-depth knowledge of IT systems architecture including server systems, email systems, database systems, telecommunications systems, mobile devices, social media, cloud storage, and implications for eDiscovery
Display expert-level knowledge of forensics collection methodologies, ESI processing, and document review technologies
And have:
A bachelor’s degree or an equivalent
A certification in project management or eDiscovery practices (ex. PMP and/or CEDS), preferably
A minimum of eight (8) years of electronic discovery consulting, project management, and litigation support experience, including data processing and document review platforms
Benefits & Additional Information:
Successful candidates will not only be provided with an outstanding career opportunity and welcoming environment, but will also be provided with a generous total compensation package with bonuses awarded in recognition of both individual and firm performance. Eligible employees can participate in Latham’s comprehensive benefit program which includes:
Healthcare, life and disability insurance
A generous 401k plan
At least 11 paid holidays per year, and a PTO program that accrues 23 days during the first year of employment and grows with tenure
Well-being programs (e.g. mental health services, mindfulness and resiliency, medical resources, well-being events, and more)
Professional Development programs
Employee discounts
And more!
Additionally, we have a range of diversity programming including Global Affinity Groups. These groups provide a firmwide platform to share experiences and advice as well as an opportunity to participate in a supportive network with common interests to help make life at the firm even better.
Please click to view the full job description for this role.
Latham & Watkins is committed to diversity, equal opportunity, sustainability, and pro bono legal services. We draw from a remarkable wealth of talent to create one of the world's leading law firms, and advance these commitments through the work of our Global Citizenship department. Our lawyers, paralegals, and professional staff worldwide comprise a rich mixture of different races, ethnic backgrounds, religions, sexual orientations, cultures, and primary languages. Our diversity makes us who we are.
Pleaseto review your rights under U.S. employment laws.
#LI-JB1
#MidSenior
Pay Range:
USD $(phone number removed) - USD $(phone number removed) /Yr.
Reference: 200033155
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