What are the responsibilities and job description for the Assistant General Counsel position at BCG Attorney Search?
A law firm is seeking an Assistant General Counsel to manage discovery and records related to firm matters, with a primary focus on client file transfers and legal affairs. This role involves handling subpoenas, discovery requests, and file transfers, requiring extensive legal counsel review and analysis. The position requires strong collaboration with internal and external teams to ensure accurate, time-sensitive outcomes, and to support the Office of the General Counsel in managing discovery, compliance processes, and firm-wide risk management.
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Key Responsibilities :
- Manage legal aspects of client file transfers, discovery requests, and subpoenas related to firm matters.
- Respond to discovery requests and subpoenas, and assist with internal investigations.
- Implement preservation holds and manage data preservation, collection, and review protocols in collaboration with Information Governance and eDiscovery departments.
- Oversee scoping and review of firm records for use in discovery and file transfer obligations.
- Work with the Litigation / eDiscovery department on project management, resource allocation, and vendor management.
- Draft / review preservation hold memos and manage the firm’s implementation and resolution of legal holds.
- Provide guidance to the firm’s file review attorneys to ensure accurate client file transfers.
- Coordinate with outside counsel and participate in discovery motion practice, including drafting briefs.
- Assist in the development of policies, procedures, and practices related to discovery and client file transfers.
- Provide strategic legal advice to internal teams on litigation, risk management, and loss prevention matters.
- Ensure compliance with current developments in law and regulation regarding discovery and risk management.
- Support the Office of the General Counsel in aligning internal stakeholders with legal processes and procedures.
- Identify litigation risks, report to the Office of the General Counsel, and formulate effective responses.
- Assist in the implementation of risk management projects and strategic plans.
- Maintain high standards of confidentiality, integrity, and professional ethics.
- Perform other duties as assigned by the Office of the General Counsel.
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