POSITION SUMMARY:
Under
the direction of the General Counsel, the E-Discovery Specialist is responsible
for managing e-discovery projects and assignments. The incumbent of this position will use
technology to facilitate the legal discovery process and manage electronic
data. The E-Discovery Specialist will
advise and assist attorneys and support staff on e-discovery matters, and
provide litigation technology support to attorney staff.
DUTIES and RESPONSIBILITIES: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.
Advises
staff on e-discovery protocol and keeps staff abreast of e-discovery
developments;
Drafts
e-discovery guidance based upon rules, regulations and case law related to
e-discovery and information management; develops and codifies e-discovery practices,
protocol and trainings;
Takes
proactive measures to address the anticipated e-discovery needs of the Office
of General Counsel;
Creates
and monitors litigation holds; monitors and tracks notices of claims and
resolutions;
Identifies
and reviews responsive documents and evaluates for disclosure;
Manages
case files, ensuring that summaries are properly prepared and updated,
litigation files are properly and securely maintained, and records and
documents needed for litigation are collected and organized;
Communicates
with external counsel, court personnel and administrative agencies on cases and
legal matters; communicates with courts and administrative agencies as needed;
Assists
with mailing and filing motions in Prince George’s County Circuit Court,
District Court and the U.S. District Court;
Works
closely with attorney staff to provide guidance and expertise in handling
litigation involving e-discovery cases; prepares and assists attorney staff
with trial preparation;
Ensures
legal department files are maintained and destroyed in compliance with record
retention policies and procedures;
Assists
in maintaining case notes and assists with the use of case management tools;
and
Performs
other duties as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS:The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.
Knowledge
of Maryland e-discovery law;
Demonstrated
knowledge of, and experience in, both legal and technical e-discovery
disciplines;
Excellent
writing and interpersonal skills;
Exhibits
good judgment;
Experience
providing counseling on e-discovery matters;
Ability
to serve as an expert witness, if needed;
Proficient
in the use of Microsoft Office tools and/or Google tools; and
Excellent
communication and effective decision making skills.
EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:
Bachelor’s degree from
an accredited college or university in information technology, legal studies or
a closely related field. In lieu of the
education requirement, a minimum of five (5) years of e-discovery project
management experience may be substituted.
CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:
None Required.
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:
No direct supervisory responsibilities.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
The physical demands are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand, talk, hear, walk, sit, and use fingers, tools or controls. The employee is occasionally required to reach with hands and arms and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision such as to read handwritten or typed material, the ability to adjust focus, and depth perception. While performing the duties of this job, the employee may occasionally push or lift up to 25 lbs.
WORKING ENVIRONMENT:
The work environment characteristics are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of the job.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:
None.