Litigation Project Manager

At Seyfarth, we understand that great people are the key to our success, and we provide the opportunities to match. If you join us, you’ll work with state-of-the-art technology in a friendly and professional environment, and we will continue to invest in your professional development. If you want the freedom to grow at a firm that is invested in your future, keep reading.

As a Litigation Project Manager, you will guide the attorneys and staff on the use of litigation technologies and best practices to deliver accurate, and defensible work product relating to discovery and trial preparation. You will collaborate with other litigation support professionals on the LIMO team and help shape new processes and workflows to promote efficiency and accuracy.

On any given day, you will:

• Provide resource support in project management services to case teams during the discovery phase of litigation.
• Consult with case teams on the appropriate use of technologies.
• Provide accurate information for the creation of budgets.
• Train attorneys and staff on the use of litigation support tools and technologies.
• Review and reports on the progress of document processing, review, and production.
• Prepare evidentiary documents for review and ensure that the correct specifications are adhered to.
• Leverage the ability to think creatively to solve unique challenges.
• Analyze workflows for process improvement and efficiency opportunities.
• Market the department within the firm to attorneys and staff.
• Participate in team calls to discuss goals and objectives.

• Bachelor's Degree or equivalent experience required.
• 3-5 years of experience in electronic discovery project management at a law firm or litigation technology service provider.
• A thorough understanding of the EDRM and the use of technology in support thereof.
• Demonstrates analytical skills.
• Knowledge of relevant firm computer software programs (e.g., Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint), with the ability to learn new software and operating systems.
• Demonstrates effective interpersonal and communication skills, both verbally and in writing.
• Demonstrates close attention to detail.
• Ability to handle sensitive matters and maintain confidentiality.
• Ability to organize and prioritize work.
• Ability to work well in a demanding and fast-paced environment.
• Ability to work independently as well as effectively within a team.
• Demonstrates a commitment to quality of finished product.
• Ability to problem solve.

Seyfarth provides competitive salary and benefits at all levels, and our culture embraces the entrepreneurial spirit of its professionals like no other firm. Our professional staff are a collaborative team, helping to define the unique client experience offered by the firm. We understand that it takes more than attorneys to build a successful legal practice; everyone participates in our commitment to excellence. 

With approximately 1,000 lawyers across 17 offices, Seyfarth Shaw LLP provides advisory, litigation, and transactional legal services to clients worldwide. Learn more about the Seyfarth Experience at www.seyfarth.com/careers/.

Seyfarth Shaw is committed to equal employment opportunity and providing reasonable accommodations to applicants with physical and/or mental disabilities. We value and encourage diversity and solicit applications from all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, gender, sex, age, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, marital status, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, medical condition, military and veteran status, gender identity or expression, genetic information, change of sex or transgender status, genetic information or any other basis protected by federal, state or local law.

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The salary range for this role is $139,000 to $150,000 annually, which is based on a 40 hour work week. This range is only applicable for jobs to be performed in Chicago, IL. This is the lowest to highest salary we in good faith believe we would pay for this role at the time of this posting. An employee’s pay within the salary range will be based on numerous factors including, but not limited to, relevant education, qualifications, experience, skills, and business or organizational needs. This job is also eligible for an annual merit increase and bonus pay. 

We offer a comprehensive package of benefits including paid time off, medical/dental/vision insurance, and 401(k).

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