Job Description:As a member of the Crowe's Digital Forensics & Discovery (DFD) team, the DFD Manager is responsible for managing the entire case lifecycle, while developing and following workflows that will lead to successful outcomes.
Essential Job Functions- Works closely with legal teams on developing and maintaining a strategy for effectively handling data from collection through final review and production.
- Responsible for building, maintaining, and troubleshooting complex eDiscovery databases, culling and analyzing data, employing Early Case Assessment and/or Advanced Analytics when appropriate, and oversees the loading of new or updated data, images, and native files for legal team review.
- Manages large diverse collections of e-mails, images, and native files in combination with database management.
- Strong emphasis on quality control of all work, including data from vendors and third parties.
- Trains client, attorneys and paralegals when needed in the effective use of relevant eDiscovery Technology software.
- A mastery of the use of eDiscovery Technology tools is expected.
- Manages complete case activity involving all aspects of EDRM, case data management, document retention, production of data, and effective use of resources.
- Provides advice to legal teams in the proper methods of data collection, preservation, processing, production, and retention, including attending Rule 26(f) discovery planning conferences.
- Accurately observes all standard eDiscovery Technology conventions and Best Practices, such as deduplication and other methods of culling of data, and time zone management, including the application of complex search queries and criteria.
- Maintains back-end server and folder structure of databases, image collections, native files, mail stores and load files
- Understands and strictly maintains the confidentiality of all matters involved.
Experience- 3+ years of eDiscovery or Litigation Support experience
- Understanding of the full EDRM lifecycle, both electronic and paper discovery, and production, as well as eDiscovery Technology best practices is required.
- DFD Manager will possess considerable experience with various advanced technologies such as Early Case Assessment, Advanced Analytics, Predictive Coding, Concept Clustering, and other emerging technologies are a plus.
- Bachelor's degree required
Preferred- Solid hands-on experience with eDiscovery Technology processing software,review platforms, load file creation, handling, and manipulation, and repository administration, Acrobat, FTP, and project management software needed.
- Solid hands-on experience with Relativity, Everlaw, Reveal, NextLP, Brainspace, Nuix, Thomson Reuters West Case Notebook, Sanction or Trial Director, and Microsoft Office is essential. Everyday involvement with Early Case Assessment and Advanced Analytics a big plus.Familiarity with managed services or online hosting environments is desirable.
- Ability to train both one-on-one and small groups and in preparing training materials.
We expect the candidate to uphold Crowe's values of Care, Trust, Courage, and Stewardship. These values define who we are. We expect all of our people to act ethically and with integrity at all times.
The wage range for this role takes into account the wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions including but not limited to skill sets; experience and training; licensure and certifications; and other business and organizational needs. The disclosed range estimate has not been adjusted for the applicable geographic differential associated with the location at which the position may be filled. At Crowe, it is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the range for their role and compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case. A reasonable estimate of the current range is $103,800.00 - $212,300.00 per year.
Our Benefits:Your exceptional people experience starts here. At Crowe, we know that great people are what makes a great firm. We care about our people and offer employees a comprehensive total rewards package. Learn more about what working at Crowe can mean for you!
How You Can Grow:We will nurture your talent in an inclusive culture that values diversity. You will have the chance to meet on a consistent basis with your Career Coach that will guide you in your career goals and aspirations. Learn more about where talent can prosper!
