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Position Summary

The Litigation team is seeking to fill a counsel position responsible for oversight of the eDiscovery team. Collaborating with other attorneys and staff in the Office of General Counsel (OGC), the counsel will ensure discovery legal services support for the business operations of Duke Energy Corporation.

We are looking for a creative, collaborative, results-oriented attorney with a minimum of two years of relevant experience to support the company with its eDiscovery efforts. This role will have a special emphasis on developing defensible processes for preservation, collection, processing, culling, searching and producing electronically stored information; collaborating with Duke Energy attorneys and outside counsel to develop unique, cost-effective strategies for eDiscovery in specific cases; and coordinating with the eDiscovery team on technology implementation. The incumbent will interface with many different individuals internally and external to the Company. The incumbent will work under the supervision of an associate general counsel or deputy general counsel.

Responsibilities

Assist the Corporate Litigation team with the development and implementation of standard best practices and processes relating to eDiscovery
Handle all eDiscovery matters as assigned, including managing vendors or outside counsel relationships, as well as setting and monitoring budgets; managing the Company’s responses to subpoenas and administrative requests, as assigned
Track legal matter metrics as needed
Develop, implement, enhance and update OGC and Corporate Litigation policies, procedures, best practices, and training materials as they relate to eDiscovery
Lead and/or attend training relating to matter management, eDiscovery, evidence preservation, and litigation best practices
Provide testimony or affidavits to support and defend the Company’s eDiscovery processes and procedures in active litigation matters, as necessary
Assist with early case assessment for significant matters
Develop eDiscovery strategy, including staffing recommendations and objectives, for complex litigation
Possess a thorough understanding of Document Requests, ESI Protocols, Protective Orders and Production Orders
Oversee all aspects of document and privilege review
Participate on cross-functional teams as an investigative and substantive eDiscovery resource
Advise and consult with senior management on eDiscovery issues with significant value, or which may have economic, legal, political or regulatory implications for the Company
Remain current on legal trends, laws and regulations in the eDiscovery space and proactively communicate pertinent information to other attorneys in the Legal Department
Research and monitor case law, federal, state and local rules, and other statutory developments impacting discovery
Assist with legal and compliance training for business units within the Company
Promote a positive corporate image through involvement in Company and civic affairs
Lead and/or serve on committees, special projects, or other assignments as directed to further departmental goals
Perform other duties as assigned

Basic/Required Qualifications

Doctor of Jurisprudence degree from an accredited law school
In addition to degree, two (2) years minimum of related work experience
Licensed to practice law in North Carolina or South Carolina, or licensed to practice in any state in the US and eligible for comity

Desired Qualifications

At least two years minimum of related work experience, preferably in litigation
A thorough understanding of the eDiscovery process
Ability to manage eDiscovery projects without intervention by senior attorneys
Technically proficient in multiple areas of law with experience in litigation
Thorough understanding of Data Preservation and Legal Holds
Ability to interpret and enforce Company Information Governance policies, records policies and data sources
Strong command of eDiscovery rules, as well as substantial document control and case management experience, including document review and preliminary case assessment
Experience and interest in working with litigation tools and technology, including document review tools (Casepoint, Relativity, Exterro) and eDiscovery tracking tools
Excellent interpersonal, presentation, communication and writing skills
Ability to learn quickly, work independently with minimal supervision, manage and prioritize multiple tasks
Experience supporting investigations, litigations, information gathering and other projects in a collaborative team environment
Exceptional judgment and decision-making abilities
Strong planning, organizational, analytical and problem-solving abilities
Detail-oriented, proactive, self-directed and responsive, with extraordinary dedication to client service
Organizational agility, with ability to gain the confidence and respect of management and clients
Ability to take direction and act accordingly with conviction, in a timely and high-quality manner
Ability to function effectively and efficiently in a fast-paced and dynamic environment and to prioritize conflicting demands from multiple business clients
Experience managing others with strong leadership and team-building skills
Ability to exercise business and legal judgment with strong problem-solving, research, and project management skills
An agile learner: intellectually curious, open-minded, adaptable, comfortable with ambiguity and risk, and excited by dynamic change
Ability to inspire trust, forge relationships quickly, and earn the confidence and cooperation of business partners

Working Conditions

Ability to come into the Charlotte office at least three (3) days a week
Hybrid mobility classification - work will be performed from both remote and onsite locations after the onboarding period. However, hybrid employees should live within a reasonable commute to Duke Energy Plaza in Charlotte, NC.

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Travel Requirements

5-15%

Relocation Assistance Provided (as applicable)

Represented/Union Position

Visa Sponsored Position

Posting Expiration Date

Thursday, December 19, 2024

All job postings expire at 12:01 AM on the posting expiration date.

Please note that in order to be considered for this position, you must possess all of the basic/required qualifications.

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