Litigation Counsel, Discovery

Discovery Litigation Counsel (Contract – Full-Time, Remote) Location: Remote Commitment: 40 hours/week Duration: 6 months Rate: $105–$120/hr About the Role A leading global automotive company is seeking an experienced Discovery Litigation Counsel to support complex litigation and government investigations. This attorney will manage discovery across a broad litigation portfolio, coordinate investigative efforts, collaborate with outside counsel, and help drive litigation strategy. This is an excellent opportunity for a detail-oriented litigator with strong discovery, e‑discovery, and investigative experience who thrives in a fast-paced in‑house environment. Key Responsibilities Manage discovery for a wide range of litigation matters, including class actions and product liability cases. Conduct factual investigations, including interviews with internal employees and subject‑matter experts. Oversee and collaborate with outside counsel on discovery strategy, budgeting, workflows, and performance. Review discovery responses, briefs, and filings, including motions to compel and motions to seal. Coordinate responses to government investigations, regulatory inquiries, subpoenas, and enforcement actions across federal, state, and international agencies. Develop and manage the company’s e‑discovery strategy, protocols, and processes to ensure defensible, efficient handling of ESI. Evaluate, adopt, and optimize e‑discovery tools and technologies (e.g., RelativityOne/RelOne). Advise internal stakeholders on litigation risks, discovery obligations, and best practices for preservation and litigation readiness. Required Skills & Abilities Experience handling litigation matters in both federal and state courts. Strong understanding of discovery and e‑discovery processes, standards, and obligations. Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy in all written work. Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills, especially for resolving complex discovery issues. Excellent project management skills with the ability to prioritize and manage multiple matters simultaneously. Effective communicator with strong interpersonal skills for working with internal business partners and legal colleagues. Proficiency with Microsoft Office, particularly Microsoft Word. Proficiency with Relativity and e‑discovery tools. Experience & Background Minimum of 5+ years of litigation experience , including hands‑on discovery responsibilities. Ability to work independently with minimal supervision on significant matters. Experience in automotive, manufacturing, or consumer products industries is a plus. Education & Licensing Juris Doctor (JD) required. Must be a licensed attorney in at least one U.S. state. #J-18808-Ljbffr Legal.io