eDiscovery Specialist

We are looking for an eDiscovery Specialist to support legal matters by managing electronic discovery workflows and ensuring data is prepared accurately for review, search, and production. This position partners closely with attorneys and paralegals to keep matters on track, maintain defensible processes, and resolve issues that may affect deadlines. Based in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, the role also contributes to trial readiness, user support, and continuous improvement of litigation support practices.

Responsibilities:

• Coordinate electronic discovery activities across active matters, from initial data intake through final production, in partnership with attorneys and legal support teams.
• Prepare and load case data into discovery platforms, develop targeted search strategies, and refine search parameters to improve accuracy and efficiency.
• Review search workflows and related outputs for quality and consistency, confirming that review protocols are executed as intended.
• Monitor matter schedules, communicate risks that could impact key deadlines, and help legal teams adjust plans when issues arise.
• Support core discovery phases such as data collection, document review, and production responses while maintaining organized records and inventories.
• Conduct audits and validation checks on processed data, loaded files, productions, and vendor-delivered materials to ensure completeness and reliability.
• Track project progress from opening through completion, maintaining documentation and status updates to support effective matter management.
• Handle transfers of data between litigation support applications and assist with trial preparation, including exhibit databases, presentation tools, vendor coordination, and courtroom technology setup.
• Deliver training and day-to-day technical assistance for litigation support applications and contribute to practical guidance that improves team workflows and consistency.
• Associate’s degree or equivalent practical experience in a related field.
• 2–5 years of experience in legal eDiscovery or litigation support environments.
• Working knowledge of electronic discovery principles, workflows, and defensible best practices.
• Experience using trial or arbitration presentation software such as TrialDirector or Sanction; familiarity with Axcelerate is preferred.
• Strong technical ability with the confidence to learn new applications and troubleshoot issues effectively.
• Proven ability to manage competing priorities, exercise sound judgment, and stay organized in a fast-paced setting.
• Dependable, proactive approach with a strong sense of ownership, plus the ability to work independently and collaboratively.
• Flexibility to support varying schedules, including overtime when matter demands require it.