Alston Discovery Project Attorney (eDiscovery) (FULLY REMOTE) - Full-time

THE FIRM As a leading international law firm, we are dedicated to excellence through impactful communication, collaboration, and community involvement. Our company culture has earned us one of the "100 Best Companies to Work For" for 26 consecutive years. This honor, along with many others, highlights our commitment to innovation and professional development. At Alston & Bird LLP, our foundation is made of trust, reliability, and compassion. JOB DESCRIPTION

• Attorney licensed in the state in which they are employed and paid on an hourly basis to assist in complex document reviews, legal research, writing and analysis, and other projects.
• Alston Discovery Project Attorneys are hired for a temporary period of time or for the duration of a particular project or projects.
• Alston Discovery Project Attorneys are temporary employees of Alston & Bird, with his/her official employer of record being TCWGlobal. If they qualify, they are offered benefits through TCWGlobal.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES

• Assist in complex document reviews, legal research/analysis, and other projects.
• Review and analyze documents using a variety of online review tools, including Relativity.
• Analyze and apply subjective coding of privileged and responsive documents.
• Perform 2nd tier review or quality control on a document review.
• Index and organize documents.
• Retrieve and review documents and respond to case needs as necessary.
• Perform special projects as assigned.
• Create, revise and update privilege logs.
• Review, code and redact documents for confidentiality.
• Draft memoranda regarding the status of projects or issues presented by a project.
• Maintain current and accurate time entry (InTapp) records and TCWGlobal Webcenter timesheets.
• Knowledge of and adherence to the Firm’s policies and procedures, including established Best Practices.

SKILLS NEEDED TO BE SUCCESSFUL

• Legal analysis skills.
• Familiarity with e-discovery review platforms and tools.
• Detail oriented.
• Ability to effectively express yourself, both orally and in writing.
• Ability to establish effective working relationships throughout the Firm.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• Juris Doctorate degree.
• Licensed to practice law and in good standing in the state in which they are employed.
• A minimum of three years of document review experience or equivalent substantive litigation experience.

HOURLY RATE The hourly rate for this position is $37 per hour for all time worked regardless of the number of hours worked in a particular day. EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER Alston & Bird LLP is an Equal Opportunity Employer does not discriminate on the bases of any status protected under federal, state, or local law. Applicants will be considered regardless of their sex, race, age, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition (associated with cancer, a history of cancer, or genetic characteristics), HIV/AIDS status, genetic information, marital status, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, military and veteran status, or other protected category under the law on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, national origin, veteran status or disability in relation to our recruiting, hiring, and promoting practices. The statements contained in this position description are not necessarily all-inclusive, additional duties and responsibilities may be assigned, and requirements may vary from time to time. Professional business references and a background screening will be required for all final applicants selected for a position. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability you may contact . Alston & Bird is not currently accepting resumes from agencies for this position. If you are a recruiter, search firm, or employment agency, you will not be compensated in any way for your referral of a candidate even if Alston & Bird hires the candidate. THE FIRM As a leading international law firm, we are dedicated to excellence through impactful communication, collaboration, and community involvement. Our company culture has earned us one of the "100 Best Companies to Work For" for 26 consecutive years. This honor, along with many others, highlights our commitment to innovation and professional development. At Alston & Bird LLP, our foundation is made of trust, reliability, and compassion. JOB DESCRIPTION

• Attorney licensed in the state in which they are employed and paid on an hourly basis to assist in complex document reviews, legal research, writing and analysis, and other projects.
• Alston Discovery Project Attorneys are hired for a temporary period of time or for the duration of a particular project or projects.
• Alston Discovery Project Attorneys are temporary employees of Alston & Bird, with his/her official employer of record being TCWGlobal. If they qualify, they are offered benefits through TCWGlobal.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES

• Assist in complex document reviews, legal research/analysis, and other projects.
• Review and analyze documents using a variety of online review tools, including Relativity.
• Analyze and apply subjective coding of privileged and responsive documents.
• Perform 2nd tier review or quality control on a document review.
• Index and organize documents.
• Retrieve and review documents and respond to case needs as necessary.
• Perform special projects as assigned.
• Create, revise and update privilege logs.
• Review, code and redact documents for confidentiality.
• Draft memoranda regarding the status of projects or issues presented by a project.
• Maintain current and accurate time entry (InTapp) records and TCWGlobal Webcenter timesheets.
• Knowledge of and adherence to the Firm’s policies and procedures, including established Best Practices.

SKILLS NEEDED TO BE SUCCESSFUL

• Legal analysis skills.
• Familiarity with e-discovery review platforms and tools.
• Detail oriented.
• Ability to effectively express yourself, both orally and in writing.
• Ability to establish effective working relationships throughout the Firm.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• Juris Doctorate degree.
• Licensed to practice law and in good standing in the state in which they are employed.
• A minimum of three years of document review experience or equivalent substantive litigation experience.

HOURLY RATE The hourly rate for this position is $37 per hour for all time worked regardless of the number of hours worked in a particular day. EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER Alston & Bird LLP is an Equal Opportunity Employer does not discriminate on the bases of any status protected under federal, state, or local law. Applicants will be considered regardless of their sex, race, age, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition (associated with cancer, a history of cancer, or genetic characteristics), HIV/AIDS status, genetic information, marital status, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, military and veteran status, or other protected category under the law on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, national origin, veteran status or disability in relation to our recruiting, hiring, and promoting practices. The statements contained in this position description are not necessarily all-inclusive, additional duties and responsibilities may be assigned, and requirements may vary from time to time. Professional business references and a background screening will be required for all final applicants selected for a position. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability you may contact . Alston & Bird is not currently accepting resumes from agencies for this position. If you are a recruiter, search firm, or employment agency, you will not be compensated in any way for your referral of a candidate even if Alston & Bird hires the candidate. Apply tot his job Apply To this Job