eDiscovery Analyst

The eDiscovery Analyst is a member of the Practice Solutions team within the Technology Innovation & Practice Solutions Department. The eDiscovery Analyst provides project management and technical support to members of the eDiscovery Team and the Matter Teams utilizing eDiscovery services. This is a firmwide, full‑time, non‑exempt position and can be resident in the Austin, Dallas, or Houston office. Primary Responsibilities Deliver project management support to the eDiscovery Team and Matter Teams on matters involving eDiscovery, including monitoring deadlines, deliverables, and dependencies. Process data, create Relativity workspaces, batch documents, create search term reports, create productions, and perform other project management functions in Relativity. Conduct QC and completion of work requests. Maintain protocols for project onboarding and closing, post‑mortem reporting, and document retention and disposition activities. Accurately track incoming projects and their progress, and communicate regularly with matter teams. Develop and maintain a functional and current understanding of defensible practices and industry guidance related to eDiscovery. Support administrative processes related to service management including timekeeping and reporting. Perform other administrative tasks and supporting‑role duties as assigned and/or requested by senior eDiscovery leadership, including assisting with team coordination, matter support, reporting, documentation, and follow‑up activities. Learn new technologies and deploy knowledge to assist managers and matter teams outside of standard eDiscovery platforms and workflows. Develop and maintain a basic understanding of artificial intelligence technologies and assist with the administration, testing, and support of approved AI tools used by the Practice Solutions team and matter teams. Qualifications 2+ years of experience in a law firm or corporate legal environment (litigation or eDiscovery) preferred. Must be proficient in Relativity and have database management experience. Relativity Certified Admin credentials preferred but not required. Knowledge of case management tools such as Opus2, Everchron, or CaseMap a plus. Knowledge of Agility Blue a plus. Knowledge of common general functionality and legal AI tools a plus. Certified E‑Discovery Specialist (CEDS) Certification a plus. Strong analytical and logic skills. Excellent written and oral communication skills. Outstanding organizational skills and the ability to multitask. Strong project management skills, including the ability to interpret a variety of instructions provided in written or oral form. Ability to work within timelines. Flexibility and adaptability to handle a changing and growing workload. Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work effectively with a wide range of individuals. Proficiency using the Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Outlook, and Excel. Ability to maintain confidentiality of all information. Ability to work well independently and in a team environment. Must be reliable, a self‑starter, and have a professional demeanor. At the six‑month mark, high performers can expect to be managing all technical aspects of their eDiscovery matters independently and working well with eDiscovery Counsel and other lawyers. A successful eDiscovery Analyst will understand the value of soft skills as well as technical skills and be able to explain complex concepts to lawyers in understandable ways. High cooperation with the entire eDiscovery team and adherence to best practices is expected. Extent of Contact Extensive daily contact with lawyers, staff, and colleagues across all offices. Moderate contact with clients. Moderate to high degree of contact with eDiscovery vendors. Daily contact with peers in the litigation support area. Physical Requirements Must be able to lift boxes of files weighing approximately 15 pounds. Must be able to routinely lift and carry file folders weighing up to 5–10 pounds. Must be able to spend long periods working at a computer workstation. Must be able to lift, squat, kneel, and bend. Working Conditions and Environment Hybrid role requiring a minimum of three days per week (or at least 60%) in the office; up to two days per week (40%) may be remote. Full‑time position requiring a five‑day work week and hours as established by the supervisor. Additional hours, including weekends, may be required to meet deadlines or handle peaks in workload. Must be willing to adjust regular work schedule to meet organizational needs. Must be able to perform essential duties with time constraints and frequent interruptions. Ability to work well in high‑pressure environments. Qualifications (Required) Bachelor’s or better. 2+ years of experience in a law firm or corporate legal environment (litigation or eDiscovery) preferred. #J-18808-Ljbffr