by Johninva (Posted Wed, 03 Feb 2010 16:24:33 GMT)
Litigation Support Project Manager - Must have law firm project mgt experience.
Support individual case teams using litigation technologies, maintaining and supporting firm standard litigation support applications:
(Concordance, Summation, Opticon, LiveNote, Casemap, Clearwell and/or Sanction).
* Establishing a liaison role with case teams and assisting with any litigation support requirements
* Understanding the changes to the Federal Rules of Civil Procedure, document workflow and the best practices for the preservation, collection, review and production of client data.
* Consulting and advising case teams on best practices for the preparation of documents, matters relating to e-discovery and how to best use litigation support technologies to support their projects.
* Consulting on issues relating to selection of third party hosting vendors and evaluation of proprietary review platforms.
QUALIFICATIONS:•Minimum of three years of experience in a current litigation environment.
Requirements
LITIGATION SUPPORT PROJECT MANAGER - THIS POSITION REQUIRES BOTH:
1) Law firm experience (3 years or more)
2) Litigation project management experience ( 3 years or more)
3) Litigation support applications such as: Concordance, iConect, Clearwell, Summation, Livenote, CaseMap, and or Sanction.
4) Knowledge of Federal Rules of Civil Procedures.
No relocations please. Thank you.
Resumes as a word document to: john@legalplacements.com
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Archive for February 3rd, 2010
Updated Litigation PM – Washington, DC
Wednesday, February 3rd, 2010Updated Litigation PM – Washington, DC
Wednesday, February 3rd, 2010
by Johninva (Posted Wed, 03 Feb 2010 16:24:33 GMT)
Litigation Support Project Manager - Must have law firm project mgt experience.
Support individual case teams using litigation technologies, maintaining and supporting firm standard litigation support applications:
(Concordance, Summation, Opticon, LiveNote, Casemap, Clearwell and/or Sanction).
* Establishing a liaison role with case teams and assisting with any litigation support requirements
* Understanding the changes to the Federal Rules of Civil Procedure, document workflow and the best practices for the preservation, collection, review and production of client data.
* Consulting and advising case teams on best practices for the preparation of documents, matters relating to e-discovery and how to best use litigation support technologies to support their projects.
* Consulting on issues relating to selection of third party hosting vendors and evaluation of proprietary review platforms.
QUALIFICATIONS:•Minimum of three years of experience in a current litigation environment.
Requirements
LITIGATION SUPPORT PROJECT MANAGER - THIS POSITION REQUIRES BOTH:
1) Law firm experience (3 years or more)
2) Litigation project management experience ( 3 years or more)
3) Litigation support applications such as: Concordance, iConect, Clearwell, Summation, Livenote, CaseMap, and or Sanction.
4) Knowledge of Federal Rules of Civil Procedures.
No relocations please. Thank you.
Resumes as a word document to: john@legalplacements.com
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Litigation Support Project Manager - Must have law firm project mgt experience.
Support individual case teams using litigation technologies, maintaining and supporting firm standard litigation support applications:
(Concordance, Summation, Opticon, LiveNote, Casemap, Clearwell and/or Sanction).
* Establishing a liaison role with case teams and assisting with any litigation support requirements
* Understanding the changes to the Federal Rules of Civil Procedure, document workflow and the best practices for the preservation, collection, review and production of client data.
* Consulting and advising case teams on best practices for the preparation of documents, matters relating to e-discovery and how to best use litigation support technologies to support their projects.
* Consulting on issues relating to selection of third party hosting vendors and evaluation of proprietary review platforms.
QUALIFICATIONS:•Minimum of three years of experience in a current litigation environment.
Requirements
LITIGATION SUPPORT PROJECT MANAGER - THIS POSITION REQUIRES BOTH:
1) Law firm experience (3 years or more)
2) Litigation project management experience ( 3 years or more)
3) Litigation support applications such as: Concordance, iConect, Clearwell, Summation, Livenote, CaseMap, and or Sanction.
4) Knowledge of Federal Rules of Civil Procedures.
No relocations please. Thank you.
Resumes as a word document to: john@legalplacements.com
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Practice Technology Services Project Manager – DC – Washington
Wednesday, February 3rd, 2010
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PERKINS COIE LLP has been named to FORTUNE Magazine's 100 Best Places to Work in America for the seventh year in a row! Perkins Coie, based in Seattle, is a leading international law firm offering a full spectrum of legal services. With more than 600 lawyers in 15 offices across the United States and in China, the firm represents clients that range in size from FORTUNE 100 companies to start-ups, and has historically represented market leaders in traditional and cutting-edge technology industries.
We are currently seeking a motivated professional to fill the PTS Project Manager position we have available in the Practice Technology department of our Washington, D.C. office.
The Practice Technology Services Project Manager (PTS Project Manager) is responsible for consulting and supporting Perkins' legal teams and their clients in the strategic application of litigation support technologies. The PTS PM works with other PTS team members and coordinates efforts closely with the ESS Practice Group as appropriate. PTS Project Managers serve as the primary point of contact for all aspects of a project within the Practice Technology Services department and advise legal teams on application of technology tools to all phases of the litigation lifecycle.
Specifically, PTS PMs consult with legal teams on the discovery process including litigation readiness and records retention projects. PTS PMs will conduct client IT interviews to assess corporate information technology infrastructure and storage practices, make recommendations regarding electronic discovery service providers and technology platforms, manage preservation, collection and data processing efforts, consult with legal teams on effective database design to ensure efficient document review and assist in the management of document reviews.
Strong knowledge of the principles of litigation support software such as Summation, Concordance and LiveNote. Familiarity with the litigation process, including all phases of discovery and trial. Superb project management skills, attention to detail, and the ability to meet tight deadlines. Excellent oral and written communication skills. Strong case and project management skills. Ability to analyze a problem/project quickly and accurately, and propose innovative solutions. Strong customer service skills and fluent in standard MS Office applications and ability to quickly master new litigation software. Demonstrated ability to take initiative, exercise discretion and exercise independent judgment. Previous project management experience preferred. Bachelor's degree and at least 3 years of related work experience.
Perkins Coie offers a challenging work environment and a comprehensive benefit package.
To apply please refer to the PTS Project Manager opening Job #S200901210 and email resume and salary history to staffpositionsSEA@perkinscoie.com or mail to:
PERKINS COIE LLP
Attn: Staff Recruiter
607 Fourteenth Street N.W.
Washington, D.C. 20005
Equal Opportunity Employer
M/F/D/V