Job summary
Job post source
This job is directly from Keller Postman LLC
Job overview
The Lead Discovery Attorney at Keller Postman LLC leads complex litigation discovery phases, managing teams and ensuring compliance to support high-stakes legal cases.
Responsibilities and impact
The role involves leading discovery strategy, supervising attorneys, coordinating document review and production, drafting discovery pleadings, managing communications, ensuring compliance with discovery rules, and developing best practices.
Compensation and benefits
The position offers a base salary of $150,000 to $170,000 per year, plus a discretionary bonus and benefits, with fully remote work in Central or East Coast time zones.
Experience and skills
Candidates must have a JD, at least seven years of litigation experience focused on discovery and eDiscovery, leadership experience managing document review teams, and proficiency with eDiscovery tools and federal/state discovery rules.
Work environment and culture
Keller Postman values innovation, excellence, and teamwork in a fast-paced, detail-oriented, and remote work environment.
Company information
Keller Postman LLC is a law firm specializing in class actions, mass torts, and multidistrict litigation, representing clients in federal and state courts with a mission to achieve exceptional results and innovate legal practice.
Team overview
The candidate will join a team focused on discovery in complex litigation, collaborating with partners, associates, clients, and vendors in a leadership role.
Job location and travel
This is a fully remote position requiring residence in the Central or East Coast time zone.
Unique job features
The role is distinguished by leadership in large-scale discovery management, use of advanced eDiscovery tools, and involvement in high-profile litigation cases.
Company overview
Keller Postman LLC is a prominent law firm specializing in complex litigation, including mass torts, class actions, and commercial disputes. They generate revenue through contingency fees, meaning they earn a percentage of the settlements or judgments won for their clients. Founded by experienced litigators, the firm has a history of securing significant verdicts and settlements, making it a formidable player in high-stakes legal battles. Their expertise and aggressive approach have earned them a reputation for effectively representing plaintiffs against large corporations.
How to land this job
Position your resume to highlight your extensive litigation experience, focusing on discovery leadership and managing large-scale document review teams, showcasing your expertise with eDiscovery tools like Relativity, DISCO, or Everlaw.
Emphasize your skills in developing discovery strategies, supervising attorneys, and collaborating with partners and clients, as well as your knowledge of federal and state discovery rules and best practices like The Sedona Principles and EDRM.
Apply through multiple platforms including Keller Postman LLC's corporate career page and LinkedIn to maximize your chances of being noticed for this Lead Discovery Attorney role.
Connect with current employees in the legal and discovery divisions at Keller Postman LLC on LinkedIn, using ice breakers such as inquiring about recent high-profile cases the firm has handled or asking for advice on excelling in discovery leadership roles within the company.
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