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Jackson Lewis

Senior eDiscovery Project Manager

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In-Office
Chicago, IL, USA
151K-180K Annually
Senior level
In-Office
Chicago, IL, USA
151K-180K Annually
Senior level
Lead operational execution of eDiscovery workflows from intake through production and case closure. Manage collections, processing, hosting, Relativity workspaces, review/analytics, vendor relationships, QA, and billing to ensure efficient, defensible discovery support for litigation teams.
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Focused on employment and labor law since 1958, Jackson Lewis P.C.’s 1,000+ attorneys located in major cities nationwide consistently identify and respond to new ways workplace law intersects business. We help employers develop proactive strategies, strong policies and business-oriented solutions to cultivate high-functioning workforces that are engaged and stable, and share our clients’ goals to emphasize belonging and respect for the contributions of every employee.

The Firm is ranked in the First Tier nationally in the category of Labor and Employment Litigation, as well as in both Employment Law and Labor Law on behalf of Management, in the U.S. News - Best Lawyers® “Best Law Firms”. 

Position Summary

The Senior Litigation Support Project Manager serves as an operational leader for discovery and litigation support matters and is responsible for managing the end-to-end execution of eDiscovery workflows, litigation support services, technology solutions, and operational processes.

This position partners closely with attorneys, clients, vendors, and internal stakeholders to ensure discovery matters are executed efficiently, defensibly, and in accordance with established protocols and deadlines.

This role does not provide legal advice, establish preservation obligations, make privilege determinations, or develop legal discovery strategy. Matters requiring legal judgment are escalated to eDiscovery Counsel or designated attorneys.

Primary Responsibilities

  • Serve as the primary operational point of contact for assigned matters.
  • Manage discovery matters from intake through final production and case closure.
  • Coordinate discovery workflows across attorneys, clients, vendors, and internal teams.
  • Coordinate and manage electronic data collections.
  • Oversee processing, hosting, review, analytics, and production workflows.
  • Create and administer Relativity workspaces.
  • Manage document productions and quality assurance processes.
  • Leverage analytics and AI-enabled review technologies.
  • Manage relationships with discovery vendors and service providers.
  • 1,500 yearly billing requirement.

Required Qualifications

  • Minimum 10 years of litigation support, eDiscovery, discovery operations, or project management experience.
  • Minimum 5 years in a senior project management or operational leadership capacity.
  • Advanced knowledge of the Electronic Discovery Reference Model (EDRM).
  • Advanced Relativity experience.
  • Experience managing multiple complex matters simultaneously.
  • Exceptional project management, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills.
  • Ability to work independently and manage competing priorities.

Preferred Qualifications

  • CEDS
  • RCA
  • PMP certification
  • Experience supporting labor and employment litigation

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For New York, the expected salary range for this position is between $158,000 and $180,000. The actual compensation will be determined based on experience and other factors permitted by law. This position is also eligible for annual bonuses.

Jackson Lewis offers a competitive benefits package that includes: 
· Medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance 
· 401(k) Retirement Plan 
· Flexible Spending and Health Savings Account 
· Firm-paid holidays, vacation and sick time 
· Employee assistance program and other firm benefits

For California, the expected salary range for this position is between $158,000 and $180,000. The actual compensation will be determined based on experience and other factors permitted by law. This position is also eligible for annual bonuses.

Jackson Lewis offers a competitive benefits package that includes: 
· Medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance 
· 401(k) Retirement Plan 
· Flexible Spending and Health Savings Account 
· Firm-paid holidays, vacation and sick time 
· Employee assistance program and other firm benefits

For Massachusetts, the expected salary range for this position is between $151,000 and $172,000. The actual compensation will be determined based on experience and other factors permitted by law. This position is also eligible for annual bonuses.

Jackson Lewis offers a competitive benefits package that includes: 
· Medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance 
· 401(k) Retirement Plan 
· Flexible Spending and Health Savings Account 
· Firm-paid holidays, vacation and sick time 
· Employee assistance program and other firm benefits

For Illinois, the expected salary range for this position is between $151,000 and $172,000. The actual compensation will be determined based on experience and other factors permitted by law. This position is also eligible for annual bonuses.

Jackson Lewis offers a competitive benefits package that includes: 
· Medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance 
· 401(k) Retirement Plan 
· Flexible Spending and Health Savings Account 
· Firm-paid holidays, vacation and sick time 
· Employee assistance program and other firm benefits

We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, gender, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, marital status or any other characteristics protected by law.

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