What Does a Litigation Support Specialist Do?
A litigation support specialist plays a vital role in helping law firms, legal departments, and vendors manage the technical and logistical aspects of legal cases. They serve as the bridge between legal teams and technology, ensuring that electronic evidence is properly collected, processed, reviewed, and produced according to court rules and legal standards. Their work enables attorneys and paralegals to efficiently manage large volumes of case data while meeting discovery obligations and trial timelines.
Litigation support specialists typically work with eDiscovery platforms, litigation databases, and digital forensics tools to organize and manage case documents. Their duties may include loading data into review platforms, preparing Bates-stamped productions, troubleshooting access issues, and supporting attorneys in courtroom technology use. They are expected to work closely with IT teams, outside vendors, and case staff to ensure data integrity and workflow efficiency throughout the litigation lifecycle.
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Litigation Support Specialist Core Responsibilities
- Manage and maintain litigation support software and document review platforms (e.g., Relativity, CaseMap)
- Assist in the collection, processing, and review of electronically stored information (ESI)
- Create and manage databases, load files, and Bates stamp document sets
- Coordinate productions to opposing counsel and regulatory bodies
- Provide trial support, including exhibit prep and courtroom tech setup
- Troubleshoot software and access issues for legal team users
- Ensure compliance with discovery deadlines and technical specifications
- Maintain detailed documentation and chain of custody records
Required Skills and Qualifications
Hard skills
- Proficiency with eDiscovery and litigation support tools (e.g., Relativity, Nuix, Concordance, LAW, CaseMap)
- Knowledge of metadata, file types, load files, and document indexing
- Strong Microsoft Office Suite skills (especially Excel and Outlook)
- Understanding of legal discovery procedures and chain of custody
Soft skills
- Excellent organization and attention to detail
- Strong communication skills with technical and non-technical users
- Ability to manage multiple projects and competing deadlines
- Team collaboration across legal, IT, and vendor environments
Education
- Bachelor’s degree in legal studies, information management, or a related field preferred
Certifications
- Relativity Certified Administrator (RCA) – preferred
- Certified E-Discovery Specialist (CEDS) – preferred
Preferred Qualifications
- 2+ years of experience in litigation support, eDiscovery, or legal technology
- Familiarity with federal and state discovery rules and technical production standards
- Experience working on large, document-intensive cases or regulatory matters
National Average Salary
Litigation support specialist salaries vary by experience, industry, organization size, and geography. Click below to explore salaries by local market.
The average national salary for a Litigation Support Specialist is:
$67,850
Sample Job Description Templates for Litigation Support Specialists
eDiscovery Support Analyst
Position Overview
We’re hiring an eDiscovery Support Analyst to assist legal teams in managing electronically stored information (ESI) throughout the litigation lifecycle. This role is responsible for processing, uploading, organizing, and maintaining case data in review platforms to ensure timely and accurate discovery responses.
Responsibilities
- Load and manage datasets in eDiscovery platforms (e.g., Relativity, Nuix, Everlaw)
- Apply metadata filters, tag documents, and run searches for case teams
- Assist with ESI processing and validation for productions
- Monitor project timelines and report status updates to attorneys and litigation support managers
- Provide basic user training and troubleshooting
Requirements
Hard skills
- Experience with eDiscovery platforms and data management
- Familiarity with load files, metadata fields, and document coding
- Knowledge of legal document production and redaction tools
Soft skills
- Strong analytical and organizational skills
- Clear communication with legal and technical stakeholders
- Ability to meet strict deadlines and work under pressure
Education
- Bachelor’s degree in legal studies, IT, or information science preferred
Certifications
- Relativity Review Specialist or ACEDS (preferred)
Preferred Qualifications
- 1–3 years of eDiscovery or litigation support experience
Trial Technology Specialist
Position Overview
We are seeking a Trial Technology Specialist to support in-person and remote courtroom proceedings with reliable presentation and AV technology. This role provides behind-the-scenes support for attorneys during depositions, hearings, and trials.
Responsibilities
- Set up and manage trial presentation software (e.g., TrialDirector, OnCue)
- Operate AV systems and projection equipment in courtrooms
- Prepare exhibits, digital presentations, and synchronized deposition video
- Coordinate with outside vendors, court staff, and IT teams
- Troubleshoot technical issues during proceedings
Requirements
Hard skills
- Proficiency with trial presentation software and video editing tools
- AV setup and management for live and virtual courtrooms
- Familiarity with chain of custody and exhibit labeling
Soft skills
- Calm and composed under pressure
- Exceptional attention to timing and visual clarity
- Strong coordination and support mindset
Education
- Associate’s or bachelor’s degree in legal tech, communications, or related field
Certifications
- None required, but tech certifications or prior courtroom experience preferred
Preferred Qualifications
- 2+ years of experience supporting trials or litigation events
Litigation Data Coordinator
Position Overview
We’re hiring a Litigation Data Coordinator to manage the intake, organization, and tracking of large volumes of litigation data across platforms. This role is key to ensuring the integrity and accessibility of case documents and metadata.
Responsibilities
- Organize, rename, and prepare data for ingestion into litigation support systems
- Maintain logs for productions, privilege redactions, and chain of custody
- Assist with file conversions, indexing, and deduplication
- Track document volumes and status updates across multiple matters
- Support legal teams with data lookup and retrieval
Requirements
Hard skills
- Strong Excel and file management proficiency
- Familiarity with document review databases and folder structures
- Understanding of metadata tracking and load file formatting
Soft skills
- Detail-oriented and process-focused
- Strong task ownership and reporting skills
- Ability to coordinate across IT and legal teams
Education
- Bachelor’s degree in information management or paralegal studies preferred
Certifications
- Not required; CEDS or equivalent a plus
Preferred Qualifications
- 1–2 years of experience in litigation data or document management
Litigation Technology Consultant
Position Overview
We are seeking a Litigation Technology Consultant to advise law firms or corporate legal departments on eDiscovery strategies, platform implementations, and technical workflows. This role blends legal knowledge with technical expertise to improve litigation outcomes and operational efficiency.
Responsibilities
- Assess litigation support needs and recommend eDiscovery solutions
- Configure and optimize review platforms (e.g., Relativity, DISCO, Everlaw)
- Create custom workflows, tags, and analytics dashboards
- Deliver training and best practices to legal teams and case staff
- Monitor platform usage, performance, and compliance
Requirements
Hard skills
- Deep knowledge of eDiscovery platforms and system configuration
- Experience with analytics tools (e.g., TAR, clustering, keyword reporting)
- Legal workflow mapping and platform migration
Soft skills
- Consulting mindset and client-facing professionalism
- Ability to translate complex tech into clear business outcomes
- Training and change management
Education
- Bachelor’s degree in legal technology, IT, or computer science
Certifications
- Relativity Certified Administrator (RCA) or CEDS required
Preferred Qualifications
- 3–5 years of experience in legal tech consulting or vendor-side roles
Digital Evidence Specialist
Position Overview
We’re hiring a Digital Evidence Specialist to assist with the collection, preservation, and analysis of electronically stored information (ESI) in legal matters. This role works closely with attorneys, investigators, and IT teams to ensure proper handling of digital evidence.
Responsibilities
- Collect and preserve data from devices, servers, and cloud environments
- Perform forensic imaging and documentation of evidence handling
- Analyze and extract relevant files, emails, or metadata
- Ensure chain of custody and proper storage protocols
- Prepare digital exhibits for litigation or regulatory review
Requirements
Hard skills
- Knowledge of digital forensics tools (e.g., FTK, EnCase, Cellebrite)
- Understanding of legal hold, data preservation, and forensic integrity
- Ability to interpret logs, metadata, and audit trails
Soft skills
- Discretion and precision in evidence handling
- Analytical thinking and pattern recognition
- Excellent written documentation skills
Education
- Degree in cybersecurity, digital forensics, or computer science
Certifications
- EnCE, CCE, or GCFE – strongly preferred
Preferred Qualifications
- 3+ years of experience in legal investigations or forensic evidence handling