About the role

eDiscovery Project Manager managing end-to-end eDiscovery projects at McCarthy Tétrault law firm. Collaborating with legal teams and clients for successful project execution.

Responsibilities

Providing advice to clients and legal teams regarding e-Discovery techniques and technologies.
Under the direction of MT>3 Lawyers, preparing Project estimates and budgets.
Managing case-based teams including contract lawyers, paralegals, and regional e-Discovery resources to facilitate collaborative e-Discovery efforts.
Identifying objectives for case projects and accurately assessing project requirements and scope, including the application of appropriate technology and resources.
Preparing Project Plans where applicable.
Ensuring all projects have required documentation before commencement, including project checklists, contracts, Training Materials and Sample Documents.
Managing Legal Hold Notices and conducting Custodian interviews.
Preparing Collection Plans and overseeing data collection processes, including acting as a liaison between clients and MT>3 Analysts.
Monitoring and tracking the status of all assigned projects and providing regular project status reports to the team and the client.
Identifying project challenges and reporting them to the legal team.
Conducting quality control steps, as necessary, during the e-Discovery lifecycle.
Ensuring assigned projects are completed within approved budgets and timelines.
Liaising with client, lawyers, and Review Team to communicate (and facilitate) all needs for each assigned project.
Liaising with e-Discovery Analysts to support end-users. This includes providing detailed instructions on the work that needs to be completed.

Completed post-secondary degree in a related field.
Minimum of 5+ Years of Project management, case management or Law Clerk experience within the legal/e-Discovery industry.
A working knowledge of various litigation support and e-Discovery software applications such as Relativity and Reveal considered an asset.
Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office 365 Suite, including Word, Outlook, and Excel.
English with other languages considered an asset.
PMP designation is an asset.
Ability to interact confidently with lawyers and clients.
Strong problem-solving skills, including analysis and critical thinking.
Extreme accuracy with high attention to detail.
Time management skills to handle high-pressure situations and deadlines.
Strong organization skills with the ability to prioritize a heavy workload and being meticulous with follow up.
The ability to take ownership of tasks, take initiative, establish priorities, work independently, and proceed with objectives.
The ability to work in a collaborative team-based environment.
Strong written and oral communication skills.
Ability to accommodate occasional travel and overtime.

Outstanding benefits from day one, including insurance premiums paid by the Firm and wellness and technology reimbursements.
Competitive compensation, and generous time off, including a day off to volunteer and a day off for your birthday.
A commitment to professional development and growth opportunities for our people at all levels, supported by a culture that fully embraces and encourages two-way feedback.
Strong community involvement and a commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion.
A collaborative, cohesive culture that connects lawyers and business teams through collective purpose.