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Wilson Elser · 6 hours ago

Project Management and eDiscovery Attorney

Washington, DC

Full-time

Hybrid

Senior Level

$170K/yr - $200K/yr

5+ years exp

Wilson Elser is a leading defense litigation law firm with more than 1300 attorneys in 43 offices throughout the United States. They are seeking a Project Management and eDiscovery Attorney to collaborate with partners and clients, manage projects, and supervise legal staff within their litigation portfolio.

ConsultingFinancial ServicesLegal

Growth Opportunities

H1B Sponsor Likely

Responsibilities

Collaborate with partners, matter teams, and clients to scope and manage projects across various litigation practices

Work with national client services teams to develop and execute initiatives for client service and relationship development

Advise on best practices for client account management, service delivery, and project scope management

Interface with clients on litigation readiness, response, and matter management, including monitoring and service delivery improvements

Facilitate the development and implementation of project management and legal process innovation tools

Review and optimize staffing arrangements in collaboration with partners and practice management

Supervise legal staff dedicated to diverse client services tasks within the litigation portfolio

Liaise with trial and local counsel on litigated matters. Facilitate communication within matter teams to ensure the appropriate effort is expended on tasks

Help ensure adherence with client outside counsel guidelines

Qualification

JD from ABA accredited law school5+ years litigation experience2+ years eDiscovery experience2+ years legal project management2+ years managing othersClient service focusAdvanced communication skillsInterpersonal skillsAdapt

Required

JD from an ABA accredited law school

5+ years of law firm, in-house, or legal tech and experience with litigation required

2+ years of experience with eDiscovery required

2+ years in legal project management required

2+ years managing and directing the work of others required

Ability to achieve optimum legal outcomes in a timely manner by focusing on key objectives, seeking efficient legal solutions, prioritizing multiple matters and issues, and avoiding unnecessary disputes

Ability to adapt to changing work situations, grasp and apply new ideas, and be able to communicate with various personalities at all levels of management and staff in solving problems quickly and effectively

Deep understanding of attorney (or equivalent professional services) work product and diverse work styles

Willingness and ability to develop deep understanding of practice areas and the clients and industries we support

Strong focus on client service and responsiveness; ability to work in a consultative manner

Advanced communication and writing skills in order to convey and explain various project scenarios, to report progress on process improvement, and to make recommendations to better manage the engagement

Ability to cultivate and foster relationships and serve as a trusted advisor at all levels of the organization; demonstrated commitment to working collaboratively as part of a team and ability to lead, influence and motivate others

Strong interpersonal skills including the ability to work seamlessly with client representatives, colleagues, and as part of a team

Ability to handle multiple projects, organize and prioritize issues and workload, and a proven ability to manage time and resources to meet deadlines

Preferred

Experience with transportation and logistics, general liability, and commercial litigation a plus

Benefits

401(k) retirement savings plan

Medical

Dental

Vision

Disability

Life insurance

401k match

Generous PTO plan

Access to corporate discount plans and other benefits

Company

Wilson Elser

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Wilson Elser is the preeminent defense litigation firm in the United States.

Founded in 1978

New York, New York, USA

1001-5000 employees

http://www.wilsonelser.com

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