Paralegal

Company Description

At Western Digital, our vision is to power global innovation and push the boundaries of technology to make what you thought was once impossible, possible.

At our core, Western Digital is a company of problem solvers. People achieve extraordinary things given the right technology. For decades, we’ve been doing just that. Our technology helped people put a man on the moon.

We are a key partner to some of the largest and highest growth organizations in the world. From energizing the most competitive gaming platforms, to enabling systems to make cities safer and cars smarter and more connected, to powering the data centers behind many of the world’s biggest companies and public cloud, Western Digital is fueling a brighter, smarter future.

Binge-watch any shows, use social media or shop online lately? You’ll find Western Digital supporting the storage infrastructure behind many of these platforms. And, that flash memory card that captures and preserves your most precious moments? That’s us, too.

We offer an expansive portfolio of technologies, storage devices and platforms for business and consumers alike. Our data-centric solutions are comprised of the Western Digital®, G-Technology™, SanDisk® and WD® brands.

Today’s exceptional challenges require your unique skills. It’s You & Western Digital. Together, we’re the next BIG thing in data.

Job Description

This role will directly support WD’s Litigation Team.  This role requires a combination of legal knowledge, administrative skills, interpersonal skills and excellent writing and communication abilities.  Candidate will have strong technical acumen, the ability to manage a prioritize a volume of tasks and duties, and strong facility for detail with an elevated level of organization, and experience with diverse types of litigation, including but not limited to patent, trade secret, class action, commercial and employment litigation. 

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Issuing legal holds and managing internal legal hold processes
• Performing and coordinating various discovery tasks, including collection, maintenance, review and production of hard copy and electronic documents
• Tracking litigation holds, data collection and data production
• Using and maintaining e-Discovery tools for legal holds and other discovery tasks
• Working with IT and outside vendors to assist with document collection, support and troubleshoot e-Discovery tools, and maintain the litigation department webpage and shared directories
• Reviewing, redacting, and preparing documents for production and for exporting to outside counsel
• Working with multiple internal groups, including other teams in Litigation, Finance, HR, IT, Engineering and Sales to support litigation needs
• Maintaining, updating, and organizing internal case files, case calendars, and list of active matters
• Coordinating with outside counsel and paralegals on active litigation matters
• Assisting with responses to discovery requests and subpoenas
• Drafting correspondence
• Reviewing and approving retention periods for organization documents
• Reviewing and proofreading drafts, including pleadings, correspondence and agreements
• Performing various other duties as assigned

Qualifications

Education and Experience Profile

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent
• Paralegal certificate or equivalent 

• At least one to three years of prior experience managing complex litigation at a law firm or corporation

Skills

• Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communications skills
• History of demonstrating initiative, attention to detail, organization, and the ability to work independently and collaboratively as part of a team
• Understanding of court rules, procedures, and discovery procedures
• Previous experience managing and coordinating corporate e-discovery, including issuing and managing legal holds
• Previous experience or proficiency with electronic discovery tools (such as Relativity) for document collection, document review, and issuing litigation holds
• Strong computer skills, including proficiency using Microsoft Office tools (Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, Word) and litigation support databases
• Notary public certification or willingness to obtain one preferred
• History of demonstrating good judgment, integrity, and professionalism
• Willingness to travel

Additional Information

Western Digital is committed to providing equal opportunities to all applicants and employees and will not discriminate based on their race, color, ancestry, religion (including religious dress and grooming standards), sex (including pregnancy, childbirth or rel