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Agency Attorney General, Office of the
Title Staff Document Review Attorney, Office of the NYS AG (6455)
Occupational Category Legal
Salary Grade NS
Bargaining Unit M/C - Managerial/Confidential (Unrepresented)
Salary Range From $65055 to $65055 Annually
Employment Type Full-Time
Appointment Type Permanent
Jurisdictional Class Exempt Class
Travel Percentage 0%
Workweek Mon-Fri
Hours Per Week 37.5
Workday
From 8:30 AM
To 5 PM
Flextime allowed? No
Mandatory overtime? No
Compressed workweek allowed? Yes
Telecommuting allowed? Yes
County Albany
Street Address 10 British American Blvd
City Latham
State NY
Zip Code 12110
Duties Description Administration Division Practice Technologies Group-Latham (Albany Area) E-Discovery Document Review Specialist Reference No. PTGLATEDDRS_6455Application Deadline is August 7, 2026Salary Range: $65,055To be considered for this opportunity, submit a complete application online at ag.ny.gov/job-postings/otherStaff Document Review Attorney OpportunityThe Practice Technologies Group (PTG) in the Office of the New York State Attorney General (OAG) is seeking an attorney to serve as an E-Discovery Document Review Specialist (EDDRS). The EDDRS will support OAG's cases through document review projects for the purpose of production, incoming production analysis, deposition preparation projects, and other eDiscovery tasks. The position reports to the Manager of Case Consulting. Duties:- Review volumes of electronic documents using eDiscovery tools, primarily Relativity, for responsiveness, privilege, confidentiality, and issue cataloging. Apply legal judgment and expertise to evaluate documents within the @context of ongoing litigation or regulatory matters. - Apply redactions as required, ensuring that privileged information and personal privacy is appropriately protected. - Perform quality control checks on reviewed documents to verify accuracy and consistency in coding.- Handle administrative functions to facilitate the effective management of contract attorneys including timesheet reconciliations, monitoring the pace of reviews, and quality checking the results.- Communicate effectively with team members to provide updates on review progress, escalate issues, and ensure alignment with project objectives and timelines. - Collaborate with legal teams to develop review protocols tailored to specific case requirements. Summarize documents, fact chronologies, or issue summaries based on review results. - Stay informed about eDiscovery best practices and advancements in technology.
Minimum Qualifications Qualifications:- Juris Doctorate/JD degree from an ABA accredited law school.- Active New York State Bar admission status, applicants must be in good standing; applicants admitted to practice in other jurisdictions may be considered.- Prior work experience with Relativity or similar e-discovery platforms.- Excellent written and verbal communication skills and high attention to detail.- Organized with effective time management, multi-tasking, and prioritization skills. - Collaborative with the ability to work well independently or as a member of a team. - Ability to handle and maintain confidential information requiring sensitivity and discretion. Preferred Skills/Experience: - Previous experience working as a document review attorney in a law firm or corporate legal department. - An understanding of the phases of the electronic discovery reference model. - Proficiency with Microsoft Office tools, especially Excel.- Experience managing document review teams.- Experience in other e-discovery platforms. - Expertise using and searching within the Relativity platform.
Additional Comments The salary for this position is $65,055. As an employee of OAG, you will join a team of dedicated individuals who work to serve the people of our state through a wide variety of occupations. We offer a comprehensive New York state benefits package, including paid leave, health, dental, vision, and retirement benefits, and family-friendly policies. Additionally, OAG offers a robust Workplace Flexibilities Program with multiple options for employees, including telecommuting (up to two days per week) and alternative work schedules.The OAG cannot provide sponsorship for work authorization. Candidates need to be authorized to work in the United States to be employed by OAG. It is incumbent upon employees to maintain work authorization for the duration of their employment with OAG. The OAG does not participate in E-Verify for work authorization purposes.Candidates from diverse backgrounds are encouraged to apply. The OAG is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to workplace diversity.
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Name Legal Recruitment
Telephone
Fax
Email Address recruitment@ag.ny.gov
Address
Street NYS Office of the Attorney General - Legal Recruitment Unit
28 Liberty Street
City New York
State NY
Zip Code 10005
Notes on Applying Applications are being received via email. To apply, please submit your complete application, including each of the items identified below, to recruitment@ag.ny.gov. Applicants must indicate both the position title and reference code (Deputy Chief Information Officer for Operations & Enterprise Systems, ITBDCIO/OES6293) in their cover letter and email subject line.*Please be advised that applications will be accepted on a rolling basis, and this position may be filled ahead of the posted deadline. Therefore, you are encouraged to submit your application as soon as possible. Applicants must be prepared to submit a complete application consisting of the following:- Resume- Cover Letter ? You may address to Legal Recruitment.? Indicate why you are interested in this position and what makes you a strong candidate.? Indicate both the position title and reference code (Deputy Chief Information Officer for Operations & Enterprise Systems, ITBDCIO/OES6293).If you have questions regarding a position with the OAG and the application process or need assistance with submitting your application, please contact Legal Recruitment via email at recruitment@ag.ny.gov or phone at 212-416-8080.For more information about the OAG, please visit our website: www.ag.ny.gov
