About the Role
Montresor Legal is currently assembling a high-caliber team of experienced Document Review Paralegals to support a significant and fast-paced legal matter. This is a fully remote engagement designed for legal professionals who excel in analytical thinking and possess a keen eye for detail. As a pivotal member of this project team, you will contribute to the discovery phase of litigation by ensuring that vast quantities of data are processed with the highest standards of accuracy and legal compliance.
Joining this project offers the opportunity to work alongside esteemed legal experts in a collaborative, tech-driven environment. We are looking for individuals who are not only proficient in document review workflows but are also committed to meeting strict deadlines while maintaining the integrity of the review process. This role is ideal for paralegals who thrive in remote settings and are looking to leverage their expertise on complex, large-scale legal assignments.
Key Responsibilities- Conduct thorough first-level and second-level reviews of legal documents for relevance, privilege, and key issues.
- Utilize industry-standard eDiscovery platforms, such as Relativity or Brainspace, to categorize and code documents accurately based on project-specific protocols.
- Identify and flag sensitive information, including Personally Identifiable Information (PII) and privileged attorney-client communications.
- Collaborate with senior counsel and project managers to clarify coding instructions and ensure consistency across the review team.
- Draft concise summaries of key findings and assist in the preparation of privilege logs.
- Maintain high productivity rates while adhering to rigorous quality control standards set by the firm.
- Participate in regular team briefings to stay updated on evolving case strategies and document tagging requirements.
- A Bachelor’s degree in Legal Studies, a Paralegal Certificate, or a Juris Doctor (JD) degree.
- Proven experience working as a Document Review Paralegal within a law firm or professional legal services environment.
- Deep technical proficiency in eDiscovery software, specifically Relativity, including experience with advanced searching and filtering.
- Strong understanding of the litigation lifecycle and the principles of legal privilege and confidentiality.
- Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to articulate complex legal nuances clearly.
- Disciplined time-management skills and the ability to work independently in a fully remote capacity.
- Reliable high-speed internet connection and a secure, private home office setup.
- Competitive hourly compensation tailored to your level of experience and expertise.
- The flexibility of a 100% remote work environment, allowing for a better work-life balance.
- Opportunity to gain exposure to high-stakes litigation and sophisticated legal technologies.
- Professional networking opportunities within a leading legal recruitment and consultancy network.
- Streamlined onboarding process with dedicated support from the Montresor Legal project management team.