UB Greensfelder LLP
E-Discovery Counsel
UB Greensfelder LLP, Cleveland, Ohio, us, 44101
e-Discovery Counsel
UB Greensfelder LLP is a full-service, Am Law 200, super-regional law firm focused on exceeding client expectations and delivering superior, customized legal solutions. Created in 2024 through the merger of Ulmer & Berne LLP and Greensfelder, Hemker & Gale, P.C., the firm's 275 lawyers advise regional, national, and global businesses on a wide range of legal matters across more than 25 specialized practice and industry groups. UB Greensfelder has nine primary office locations, including Chicago; Cincinnati; Cleveland; Columbus, Ohio; Florida; New York; Southern Illinois; St. Louis; and Washington, DC.
UB Greensfelder currently has an opening for an experienced e-Discovery Counsel to join our Litigation Support Department and assist with e-Discovery responsibilities. The e-Discovery Counsel will have both billable and non-billable responsibilities in three primary areas:
First , working under the Director of Litigation Support and e-Discovery and in conjunction with a team of other e-Discovery counsel attorneys, the e-Discovery Counsel will be responsible for analyzing, advising, and coordinating all aspects of electronic discovery in the projects and matters assigned to them, including making or contributing to strategic decisions during the discovery and planning phases of the matter.
Second , in consultation with other firm attorneys, the e-Discovery Counsel will be responsible for advising the Litigation Support Department and select Firm clients on best practices for the collection, retention, review, and production of documents and things in connection with litigation, regulatory compliance, subpoena responses, and other similar matters.
Third , the e-Discovery Counsel will be responsible for disseminating information about new developments in e-Discovery, including creating, updating, maintaining, and distributing a master outline of discovery-related authority and other persuasive materials for use by the Litigation Support Department, including cases, articles, and conference reports, and some document review.
Job Qualifications
Juris Doctor degree from an ABA-accredited law school;
A license to practice law in the state and federal courts of Ohio, Illinois, or Missouri;
A minimum of 3 years of relevant e-Discovery Technology or Litigation Support experience in either a law firm or vendor setting;
Excellent written and oral communication skills;
Detailed planning and organization skills and a thorough understanding of processes at each stage of the e-Discovery lifecycle;
Strong service orientation and an ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with users, peers, office and Firm management, as well as outside business partners;
Experience with e-Discovery processing, forensic document collection, litigation holds, and other advanced litigation support functions;
Demonstrated technical knowledge and expertise in the enterprise administration of the leading e-Discovery review tools and platforms;
A deep understanding of database searchability and methodology, and a comprehensive knowledge of issues surrounding OCR and extracted text, near-native review, predictive coding, e-mail threading, and text encoding;
Ability to manage multiple priorities and adjust to changing priorities in a professional manner;
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, facilitate solutions, and meet deadlines and milestones for assigned projects;
Flexibility of schedule with some off-hour availability;
Demonstrated ability to maintain high ethical standards and strict confidentiality of Firm and client information.
All candidates remain highly confidential.
UB Greensfelder provides top-quality, sophisticated legal services, serving business clients ranging from small entrepreneurs to international companies. Our Lateral Integration Program ensures the successful transition of new attorneys into the firm. If you desire to work in a truly people-focused environment for a firm that values its employees, then UB Greensfelder is the firm for you.
UB Greensfelder places a high value on diversity and is committed to cultivating an equitable and inclusive environment where all of our employees can thrive. Candidates from diverse backgrounds are strongly encouraged to apply.
UB Greensfelder offers an outstanding benefit package which includes: medical/dental/vision, 401(k) with employer contribution, short and long-term disability plans, and life insurance. Additional perks include:
Integration and formal mentor programs
Seminar and CLE expenses
Professional development hours and training programs
Part-time and hybrid work options
Paid Parental Leave and Parental Support Programs
Domestic partner benefits
Reintegration Program with ramp down/up periods
Well-Being Program focusing on physical, financial, emotional, and social health
Business casual work environment
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UB Greensfelder LLP is a full-service, Am Law 200, super-regional law firm focused on exceeding client expectations and delivering superior, customized legal solutions. Created in 2024 through the merger of Ulmer & Berne LLP and Greensfelder, Hemker & Gale, P.C., the firm's 275 lawyers advise regional, national, and global businesses on a wide range of legal matters across more than 25 specialized practice and industry groups. UB Greensfelder has nine primary office locations, including Chicago; Cincinnati; Cleveland; Columbus, Ohio; Florida; New York; Southern Illinois; St. Louis; and Washington, DC.
UB Greensfelder currently has an opening for an experienced e-Discovery Counsel to join our Litigation Support Department and assist with e-Discovery responsibilities. The e-Discovery Counsel will have both billable and non-billable responsibilities in three primary areas:
First , working under the Director of Litigation Support and e-Discovery and in conjunction with a team of other e-Discovery counsel attorneys, the e-Discovery Counsel will be responsible for analyzing, advising, and coordinating all aspects of electronic discovery in the projects and matters assigned to them, including making or contributing to strategic decisions during the discovery and planning phases of the matter.
Second , in consultation with other firm attorneys, the e-Discovery Counsel will be responsible for advising the Litigation Support Department and select Firm clients on best practices for the collection, retention, review, and production of documents and things in connection with litigation, regulatory compliance, subpoena responses, and other similar matters.
Third , the e-Discovery Counsel will be responsible for disseminating information about new developments in e-Discovery, including creating, updating, maintaining, and distributing a master outline of discovery-related authority and other persuasive materials for use by the Litigation Support Department, including cases, articles, and conference reports, and some document review.
Job Qualifications
Juris Doctor degree from an ABA-accredited law school;
A license to practice law in the state and federal courts of Ohio, Illinois, or Missouri;
A minimum of 3 years of relevant e-Discovery Technology or Litigation Support experience in either a law firm or vendor setting;
Excellent written and oral communication skills;
Detailed planning and organization skills and a thorough understanding of processes at each stage of the e-Discovery lifecycle;
Strong service orientation and an ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with users, peers, office and Firm management, as well as outside business partners;
Experience with e-Discovery processing, forensic document collection, litigation holds, and other advanced litigation support functions;
Demonstrated technical knowledge and expertise in the enterprise administration of the leading e-Discovery review tools and platforms;
A deep understanding of database searchability and methodology, and a comprehensive knowledge of issues surrounding OCR and extracted text, near-native review, predictive coding, e-mail threading, and text encoding;
Ability to manage multiple priorities and adjust to changing priorities in a professional manner;
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, facilitate solutions, and meet deadlines and milestones for assigned projects;
Flexibility of schedule with some off-hour availability;
Demonstrated ability to maintain high ethical standards and strict confidentiality of Firm and client information.
All candidates remain highly confidential.
UB Greensfelder provides top-quality, sophisticated legal services, serving business clients ranging from small entrepreneurs to international companies. Our Lateral Integration Program ensures the successful transition of new attorneys into the firm. If you desire to work in a truly people-focused environment for a firm that values its employees, then UB Greensfelder is the firm for you.
UB Greensfelder places a high value on diversity and is committed to cultivating an equitable and inclusive environment where all of our employees can thrive. Candidates from diverse backgrounds are strongly encouraged to apply.
UB Greensfelder offers an outstanding benefit package which includes: medical/dental/vision, 401(k) with employer contribution, short and long-term disability plans, and life insurance. Additional perks include:
Integration and formal mentor programs
Seminar and CLE expenses
Professional development hours and training programs
Part-time and hybrid work options
Paid Parental Leave and Parental Support Programs
Domestic partner benefits
Reintegration Program with ramp down/up periods
Well-Being Program focusing on physical, financial, emotional, and social health
Business casual work environment
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