Skadden

Skadden

Legal Technology Data Solutions Specialist

New York

Sponsorship not specified$120k-$130kDetected 30 days ago
Project ManagementExcelEmployment LawCustomer SupportCommunicationCollaborationMicrosoft Office

About the role

  • Engages with case teams to understand their objectives and workflows to ensure litigation applications are properly implemented for maximum leverage.
  • Works with internal Legal Technology and senior paralegals to define best practices and ensure they are followed.
  • Functions as the "go-to person" for solving data issues and questions encountered by the case team.

Responsibilities

  • Provides direct, hands-on support to first-time, case team users of the litigation tool project start-up.
  • Provides hands-on support for unique or urgent case team projects.
  • Provides advanced technical support and coordinate with vendors and internal development teams as necessary

Requirements

  • Strong understanding of legal practice workflows
  • Experience in importing and exporting data to and from database applications
  • Ability to manipulate data using Excel or text editors
  • Ability to describe complex technical concepts and ideas in non-technical terms
  • Knowledge of file transfer methods and techniques
  • Knowledge of relevant Firm computer software programs (e.g., Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint), with the ability to learn new software and operating systems
  • Ability to use discretion and exercise independent and sound judgment
  • Ability to work well in a demanding and fast-paced environment
  • Bachelor's degree
  • Specializes in litigation tools used for managing case documents, chronologies and transcripts
  • documents reviews and contract analysis
  • Advanced experience in broad range of industry litigation tools for deposition and exhibit management, chronology preparation, e-binder creation and document review such as CaseMap, TextMap, Everchron, Opus, Align, Kira, and Relativity
  • Demonstrates experience in the EDRM lifecycle, including document collection, processing, review, and production
  • Proficient in database administration tasks such as field creation, administering user roles and permissions, designing coding layouts
  • Proficient in term, keyword, index and concept searching techniques
  • Ability to perform troubleshooting and learn customized proprietary software
  • Demonstrates effective interpersonal and communication skills, both verbally and in writing

Skills

  • Designs databases to organize and manage case documents.
  • Administers database permissions and user roles.
  • Imports data to and exports data from various database platforms.
  • Analyzes and manipulates data to conform to database requirements or production specifications.
  • Works with LT Technical Coordinators in the implementation and integration of third party software tools.
  • Assists with testing emerging litigation tools to maximize the effectiveness of services offered by the department.
  • Demonstrates effective interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills to facilitate effective work relationships with others.

Compensation

  • The starting base salary for this position is expected to be within the range listed under Salary Details.
  • Actual salary will be determined based on skills, experience (to the extent relevant) and other-job related factors, consistent with applicable law.
  • Salary Details

Benefits

  • We offer generous benefits to help you achieve wellness in all areas of your life.
  • Comprehensive health care (medical, dental, vision), savings plan/401(k) and voluntary benefits.
  • Generous paid time off.
  • Paid leave options, including parental.
  • For further details, please visit: https://www.skadden.com/careers/staff/employee-benefits
  • In accordance with the Transparency in Coverage Rule,
  • In-classroom, remote, and on-demand learning and professional development opportunities.

Company info

  • Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom LLP has forged a reputation as one of the most prestigious law firms in the world. Relying on innovation, intellect, teamwork and tenacity, our lawyers deliver the highest quality advice and novel solutions to our clients' legal issues. We are known for handling the most complex transactions, litigation/controversy issues, and regulatory matters, as well as for the strong partnerships we build with clients and each other. Our attorneys, who reflect a broad range of experiences and perspectives, work together seamlessly across 50-plus practices and 21 offices in the world's major financial centers.
  • The Opportunity
  • Responsible for supporting case teams by providing technical assistance and expertise in their usage of server and cloud-based litigation data management and document review tools.
  • Develops expertise in advanced application features available to end-users.
  • Provides custom training to case teams in the proper use of litigation tools for preparing and managing documents.
  • Assists case teams with complex searching tasks.
  • Provides impromptu training to case teams as needed.
  • Provides one-on-one assistance to case team members for end-user assistance.
  • Develops training materials and tip sheets as needed.
  • Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom LLP has forged a reputation as one of the most prestigious law firms in the world.
  • Relying on innovation, intellect, teamwork and tenacity, our lawyers deliver the highest quality advice and novel solutions to our clients' legal issues.
  • We are known for handling the most complex transactions, litigation/controversy issues, and regulatory matters, as well as for the strong partnerships we build with clients and each other.
  • Our attorneys, who reflect a broad range of experiences and perspectives, work together seamlessly across 50-plus practices and 21 offices in the world's major financial centers.
  • Processes files in preparation for data loads.
  • Works with Project Managers on document productions and document review projects.
  • Troubleshoots and resolves data and general technical issues.
  • Participates in testing and initial adoption of AI solutions to address litigation and data workflow challenges.

Equal opportunity

  • Equal Opportunity Employer.
  • Applicants who require an accommodation during the

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