Massachusetts-Boston, New Jersey-North, Connecticut-Hartford, Connecticut-Stamford, Connecticut-New Haven
Description
Day Pitney is seeking a Discovery Staff Attorney with a minimum of 4 years of electronic discovery (eDiscovery) experience, including discovery project management and leading and advising on eDiscovery strategy, to join our growing team. The position offers an excellent opportunity to work in a collaborative, team-oriented and sophisticated work environment with industry experts. This is a non-partnership track position. Day Pitney offers a hybrid in-office / remote work schedule to provide our attorneys greater flexibility. Key Responsibilities Oversee all aspects of the discovery process, including oversight of document hosting and review vendors, document collection, review, and production. Develop and implement cost-effective discovery and compliance strategies and manage the day-to-day operations throughout the discovery lifecycle. Leverage technology / AI tools to assist clients in all phases of discovery, from preservation and collection to review and production of large volumes of data. Advise on best practices and emerging trends in e-discovery, data privacy, and information governance. Draft and respond to discovery-related documents including format of production specifications and appropriate objections, motions and pleadings. Provide guidance and training to junior attorneys, contract attorneys, and staff on discovery issues. Stay current with changes in laws and regulations affecting discovery practices. Qualifications Minimum of 4 years of experience in discovery and e-discovery, preferably in a law firm setting. Proven ability to manage large-scale discovery projects and teams. Excellent technical, analytical, organizational, and communication skills. Proficiency with e-discovery software and technology (e.g., Relativity, Concordance). Self-starter with excellent client service skills and ability to handle high-volume data productions. Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment. Bar admission in good standing in the jurisdiction you plan to practice. About Day Pitney Day Pitney, an East Coast-based law firm with national and international reach, has approximately 300 attorneys in 13 offices in Connecticut, Florida, Massachusetts, New Jersey, New York, Rhode Island and Washington, DC. Day Pitney’s Corporate, Litigation, and Trusts and Estates attorneys represent a variety of clients from individuals to Fortune 500companies. Since 1902, Day Pitney has been working collaboratively and effectively with clients in a wide range of industries, including Energy and Utilities; Financial Services; Healthcare and Life Sciences; Insurance and Reinsurance; Intellectual Property and Technology; Family Office Practice; Real Estate and Environmental; and Tax Exempt Organizations and Charitable Giving. Day Pitney’s lawyers provide deep bench knowledge and experience and work seamlessly across disciplines to guide our clients through the evolving legal landscape. For more information on Day Pitney, visit www.daypitney.com. Diversity & Inclusion Day Pitney is committed to diversity and inclusivity. We foster diversity within our firm and the communities in which we live and work. Diversity is one of the firm’s core values. We believe people of diverse skills, opinions, perspectives, lifestyles, ideas, thinking and knowledge make us a stronger, more productive law firm. We actively seek out people who distinguish themselves from the pack—people of diverse perspectives, backgrounds, interests, and work and life experiences that will strengthen our practices and our firm. Join Us If you want to join a collaborative, energetic, and nurturing environment where you will take on complex challenges and have a direct impact on the successes of businesses and the lives of people, Day Pitney is the place for you. You will be a key contributor working on sophisticated legal matters alongside recognized leaders in their fields, with mentoring and support along the way to hone your skills and help you reach your career goals. Required application materials include a cover letter, resume, transcript, and writing sample (two to three pages from your academic or work experience of which you are the sole author). Day Pitney does not accept blind submissions or unsolicited resumes from search firms. All candidate and search firm submissions must be submitted through our online portal. Day Pitney is an Equal Opportunity Employer.