Director of Litigation and E-Discovery

Becker has been included in the inaugural list of The Best Companies to Work for Among U.S. Law Firms by U.S. News & World Report for 2024.  Come join our award-winning team!

Becker is a diverse, multi-practice, commercial law firm with international affiliates and offices in Florida, New York, New Jersey and Washington, DC. Becker prides itself on client focused services and a commitment to always exceeding our client's expectations. Since 1973, we have been focusing on building a culture that is collaborative, creative, and passionate about growth.

We offer a comprehensive benefits package including Employer-Paid benefits, Mental Health coverage, and even a 401k match! To fulfill our commitment to our employee’s health and safety, Becker has committees – such as the Wellness Committee and the Mental Health and Well-Being Committee – that ensures our employee’s individual health is always a priority.

We provide every incoming employee with individualized training to ensure that they are experts on Becker’s use of above-industry-standard software and in their role.

We are seeking a highly organized and proactive Director of Litigation and E-Discovery to join the Litigation team. The ideal candidate will excel in a professional and team-oriented environment. The role requires excellent communication skills, meticulous attention to detail, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment.

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement the firm’s litigation support and e-discovery strategy, including: preservation, collection, review and production of electronically stored information (ESI); technology selection; and work flow optimization.
• Consult with attorneys and clients on the planning and implementation of e-discovery solutions for large litigation projects, including vendor selection and pricing.
• Lead training and education of paralegals, attorneys, and staff regarding litigation support software, AI-driven technology, search design and litigation policies.
• Collaborate with litigation practice group leaders and the Chief Information Officer regarding tools that improve litigation support, ensuring solutions are cost-effective and enhance productivity.
• Audit files in all offices to confirm Litigation Uniform Filing SOPs are being followed and coordinate training to ensure compliance.
• Collaborate with the Paralegal Manager to ensure paralegals are highly trained and competent.
• Participate in continuing legal education and training programs to stay current on developments in litigation practices and technology.
• Create and manage the Litigation Support budget.
• Facilitate migration of files of lateral hires.
• Regularly review older cases that can be closed or removed from systems.
• Perform other duties assigned.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

• Manage and develop Litigation Support Department staff including recruitment, training, and performance evaluations.
• Oversee the day-to-day workflow of the litigation support team, ensuring tasks are prioritized and completed efficiently.
• Provide ongoing mentorship and guidance to paralegals and attorneys, fostering a collaborative and high-performance work environment.

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Expert in litigation support software (including Reveal), AI technology, and design of search terms.
• Expert in collection and production of records, compliance with discovery obligations and compliance with data preservation.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills to interact effectively with legal teams, clients and vendors.
• Excellent time management, organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to identify and implement process improvements.
• Proven leadership abilities with experience in managing a team.
• Understanding of State and Federal Rules of Civil Procedure.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and related software.

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Paralegal Studies, Legal Management, or a related field required; Master’s degree preferred.
• A minimum of 10 years of paralegal experience, and at least 3 years in a litigation management role or similar position, with direct experience overseeing litigation support processes and teams.