Senior Associate, Litigation and Dispute Resolution (eDiscovery), ALG Solutions, DublinClient:A&L Goodbody LLPLocation:Dublin, IrelandJob Category:OtherEU work permit required:YesJob Reference:6ca2661dc8bcJob Views:6Posted:09.02.2025Expiry Date:26.03.2025Job Description:The TeamAn excellent opportunity exists for an enthusiastic and experienced (6+PQE) litigation, dispute resolution and/or investigations lawyer to join our award winning ALG Solutions practice group. We are seeking candidates interested in bringing their LDR experience and knowledge to this exciting eDiscovery role to assist in managing a dynamic and high performing team.ALG Solutions (ALGS) is the largest group of its kind in Ireland with over 65 dedicated full-time professionals. In 2024, ALGS was ranked in the Chambers & Partners NewLaw Global Guide. We are the only Irish law firm to be recognised in this guide which identifies and ranks the most innovative organisations in the alternative legal services, legal technology and transformation consulting markets across the world. Embedded in the firm’s strategic plans year on year, ALGS has secured significant investment for the recruitment and career development of a large team of permanent senior lawyers and legal experts together with experienced business and technology professionals.The amalgamation of our sophisticated legal and business capabilities is a catalyst for a firm-wide culture of innovative forward thinking. ALGS consistently challenges the traditional delivery of legal services and delivers forward-looking solutions for our clients using cutting edge technology.The RoleAs a senior lawyer on our eDiscovery and Investigations team, you will be the primary ALGS point of contact with LDR specialist teams and clients on multiple mandates simultaneously. The role will require seamless collaboration with cross-functional teams, including case teams, technology specialists, level 1 and 2 legal reviewers. The ability to expertly implement strategic e-discovery plans and workflows tailored to specific cases and client requirements will be essential.You will have excellent communication and stakeholder management skills and a keen ability to multitask and prioritise tasks. With strong leadership skills you will be able to manage, provide guidance and be responsible for the development of more junior legal professionals and help drive the growth of ALGS as a whole. The successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring excellence in the quality of output/work and an overall outstanding client experience. You will enjoy working in a fast paced and challenging environment.The ideal candidate will have:6+ PQE in a top or medium tier law firm (or equivalent) and a passion for legal innovationAn exceptional knowledge of litigation life cycle, legal privilege, commercial sensitivity and data protection lawsUnderstanding of the EDRM and best practice discovery standards would be beneficialPrevious experience managing large scale eDiscovery processes and familiarity with eDiscovery platforms such as ‘Relativity’Excellent presentation and client facing communication skillsExperience in managing a team of people and coordinating and managing the assigning and supervision of tasks and reporting to all key stakeholdersA high degree of initiative with leadership skillsA strong ability to multi-task, prioritize work effectively and take ownership of the end-to-end delivery of tasksExcellent attention to detail with strong verbal and written communication skillsAn ability to work effectively within a team, inspiring confidence with a flexible and cheerful outlookThis role may suit a litigation lawyer returning to the work force after a career break.The firmA&L Goodbody (ALG) is a leading Irish law firm with five international offices in Dublin, Belfast, London, New York and San Francisco. There are currently 121 partners and over 900 employees. The strong international and domestic business community in Ireland forms a valuable part of the ALG client base. ALG is incredibly proud to be recognised as the leading Irish law firm in the Chambers and Partners Europe 2024 Guide with the highest number of Band 1 practice area rankings. ALG is also ranked as a 'top tier' law firm in The Legal 500 EMEA Guide 2024 and the IFLR1000 Guide 2023. The firm is consistently ranked number one in the Irish market and on a European level.A sample of other recent notable awards include:Awarded the Investors in Diversity Silver Mark in 2024 by the Irish Centre for DiversityMost Popular Graduate Recruiter in Law 2024 by GradIreland (for 13 consecutive years)Law firm of the year – Republic of Ireland 2023 at The Lawyer European AwardsIrish Law Firm of the Year 2023 at the Chambers Europe AwardsOne of the top 50 most innovative law firms in Europe 2023 by the Financial TimesFuture of Legal Services Innovation Award winners 2024Best client support 2023 by the Managing Partners ForumBusiness Working Responsibly Mark 2023Ireland's top 25 best places to work by LinkedIn's Top Companies list for 2022ALG has a reputation for leading the way in continuously developing its service to clients and internally to its business. This is delivered through the use of new processes, ways of working, innovative use of technology and marketing-leading business service teams.
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