Litigation Support Specialist

Job Description: Litigation Support Specialist

Overview/Summary

The Litigation Support Specialist plays a crucial role in providing technical and administrative support to legal teams involved in litigation. This role involves managing electronic data, coordinating with legal teams, utilizing specialized software to facilitate the discovery process, trial preparation, and courtroom presentations. This role is also responsible for creating and delivering compelling visual presentations of evidence during trials and hearings. Tasked with collaborating with legal teams to design and implement effective courtroom exhibits using multimedia tools and technologies. Plays a critical role in managing the discovery process for litigation cases, including collecting, reviewing, and producing relevant documents and electronically stored information (ESI).

Responsibilities

• Organize, process, and maintain electronic data relevant to litigation cases.2. Assist in the collection, review, and production of electronically stored information (ESI) during the discovery phase. 3. Oversee the processing and conversion of collected data into reviewable formats, using eDiscovery software and tools. 4. Prepare and oversee the production of responsive documents and ESI to opposing parties, ensuring compliance with discovery requests and court orders. Perform quality checks on documents and data to ensure accuracy and compliance with legal requirements.5. Manage and maintain litigation support databases and document repositories, ensuring data integrity and accessibility.6. Provide technical assistance to legal teams by using litigation support software and tools.7. Collaborate with attorneys and litigation team to prepare trial exhibits, deposition clips, and other courtroom presentations.8. Design and create visual exhibits, including slideshows, charts, graphs, and animations to present evidence in a clear and persuasive manner. 9. Assist during trials by setting up and operating audiovisual equipment for presenting evidence and exhibits. 10. Train legal staff on the use of litigation support software and provide ongoing support as needed.11. Project Management: Manage multiple litigation support projects simultaneously, adhering to deadlines and priorities.12. Research and Development: Stay updated on emerging technologies and best practices in litigation support and recommend improvements to workflows and processes.13. Manage document review databases and document repositories, ensuring data integrity, security, and accessibility.14. Monitor and ensure compliance with discovery-related deadlines, court orders, and legal requirements throughout the litigation process.15. Maintain accurate records and documentation of discovery activities, including tracking logs, privilege logs, and production logs.16. Liaise with external vendors and service providers for data collection, processing, hosting, and production services as needed.17. Other duties as assigned.

Preferred Experience and Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Multimedia Design, Visual Communication, Legal Studies, Information Management or related field.- Prior experience working in litigation support or a related legal field.- Prior experience in courtroom presentations or multimedia production, preferably in a legal setting.- Proficiency in presentation software such as Trial Director, Microsoft PowerPoint, Adobe Acrobat or similar software.- Familiarity with audiovisual equipment and technologies used in courtroom settings.- Strong creative and visual design skills, with the ability to translate complex legal concepts into compelling visuals.- Proficiency in litigation support software such as Relativity, Concordance, or similar platforms.- Strong technical skills, including database management, data processing, and troubleshooting.- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with legal teams.- Prior experience in eDiscovery, document review, or litigation support roles.- Proficiency in eDiscovery software platforms such as Relativity, Nuix, or similar tools.- Strong knowledge of discovery rules, procedures, and best practices, including Federal Rules of Civil Procedure (FRCP) and local court rules.- Attention to detail and ability to work efficiently under pressure in a fast-paced environment.- Knowledge of legal procedures and courtroom etiquette is preferred.- Familiarity with legal procedures and regulations related to electronic discovery (eDiscovery) is preferred.- Certification in eDiscovery or related fields (e.g., Certified eDiscovery Specialist, Relativity Certified Administrator) is preferred.- Certification in litigation support or related fields (e.g., Certified Litigation Support Professional) is a plus.- Certification in courtroom presentation software or multimedia production is a plus.- Familiarity with data privacy and confidentiality regulations, including GDPR and HIPAA, is a plus.

• *Note:** This job description is intended to convey information essential to understanding the scope of the position and is not exhaustive. Duties may be modified or assigned as needed to accommodate changing business needs.

This person must be able to juggle multiple tasks.Must be able to work a standard 37.50 hour weekly schedule during the hours of 8:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.Interviews will be conducted in person or via zoom.

Job Type: Full-timeBenefits:• 401(k)• 401(k) matching• Dental insurance• Flexible spending account• Health insurance• Life insurance• Paid time off• Vision insurance

Schedule:• Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person