Litigation Technology Case Manager

About the role

Husch Blackwell LLP is seeking a Litigation Technology Case Manager to join our dynamic team. This position is responsible for managing litigation discovery projects, working closely with attorneys and paralegals to ensure successful outcomes.

Responsibilities

• Work with Attorneys and Paralegals to develop technology solutions to meet client expectations.
• Serve as a primary point of contact for case teams regarding database design, document review processes, electronic discovery, legal related software and hardware needs, case management tools, and trial support.
• Define, build requirements, and configure Relativity databases and other litigation technology related databases.
• Prepare and coordinate projects for internal resources, including drafting project plans, work orders, processing instructions, and specifications.
• Schedule and coordinate outsourcing of projects to vendors, including preparing and evaluating project specific requests for proposals and preparing statement of work.
• Provide estimates, schedules, and prepare regular status reports for assigned cases.
• Use critical thinking and troubleshooting abilities to formulate cost-effective solutions for time-sensitive matters.
• Communicate complex technical solutions to non-technical audiences.
• Must have outstanding Litigation Technology and client relationship-building skills.
• Overtime may be required to support case-related needs.
• Travel required as needed.
• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• 2-year degree required; 4-year degree preferred, or significant relevant experience.
• 3-5 years’ experience required, preferably in a professional services or legal environment.
• Thorough understanding of the litigation process, electronic discovery best practices, and the supporting technologies.
• Experience designing, using, and troubleshooting Litigation Support software; Relativity or similar databases.
• Demonstrated ability to be organized, detail-oriented, multi-task, work under tight deadlines, and adjust to shifting priorities.
• Ability to learn new technologies quickly and independently as required.
• Must be a team player, able to work independently and with minimal supervision.
• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written, with all levels of personnel, including interpersonal skills to cultivate customer, vendor, and coworker relationships.
• Technical knowledge and experience in MS Office Suite, Relativity, Transcript Software, NUIX, MS Access, and other relevant technologies preferred.

Benefits

The firm offers competitive compensation commensurate with skill and experience, with salary ranges varying by state and jurisdiction. Benefits include medical and dental coverage, life insurance, short-term and long-term disability insurance, a pre-tax flexible spending account for certain medical and dependent care expenses, an employee assistance program, Paid Time Off, paid holidays, participation in a retirement plan program after meeting eligibility requirements, and more. Please include a cover letter and resume when applying.

EEO/Minority/Female/Disabled/Vet. Principal Applicants Only.