Discovery Management Associate

Gursey | Schneider LLP

. Support and assist in reviewing, organizing, and categorizing financial, legal, corporate, real estate, and other documents for importation and metadata entry into G|S’ proprietary document management software .

Posted 10/7/2026full-timeSan Francisco • California • United StatesJuniorMid-Level💰 $70,000 - $80,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in document management, legal research, and litigation support, with strong organizational and communication skills essential for effective collaboration in a legal environment.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Legal ExperienceDocument ManagementCommunication SkillsOrganizational SkillsParalegal Certification

ATS Keywords

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Applicant Tracking System Keywords

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Hard Skills

Document CategorizationMetadata EntryDiscovery RequestsCourt PleadingsExhibit OrganizationAdobe ProficiencyMicrosoft Office Proficiency

Soft Skills

Interpersonal SkillsProactive Work EthicConfidentialityAttention to Detail

Tools & Technologies

G|S Document Management SoftwareSharefile

Certifications & Qualifications

ABA-Approved Paralegal Certification

Industry Keywords

LitigationLegal LanguageTrial PreparationSettlement ConferenceFormal Discovery

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Support and assist in reviewing, organizing, and categorizing financial, legal, corporate, real estate, and other documents for importation and metadata entry into G|S’ proprietary document management software
Summarize and reconcile formal discovery requests and responses, including document productions, Form Interrogatories, Special Interrogatories, and Requests for Admissions
Assist with settlement conference and trial preparation by organizing reports, work paper files, and exhibit lists
Liaise with clients, attorneys, and paralegals to send and receive large document productions using secure Sharefile links
Meet with senior associates, managers, and partners to discuss case details and objectives
Perform other related duties as assigned

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree
2-4+ years of legal, litigation, or paralegal experience within a professional setting
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Exceptional organizational skills in a fast-paced environment
Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise discretion and good judgment
Strong proactive work ethic, follow through, and punctuality
Forward-thinking attitude and excellent interpersonal skills
Ability to take direction and work well with others
Proficiency with Adobe and Microsoft Office
Reasonable commuting distance to the San Francisco office
Familiarity with legal language and principles, court pleadings and processes, and related matters
Prior internship, paralegal, or work experience developing skills required for the position
Certificate of an ABA-approved paralegal certification program

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical, dental, and vision insurance
Paid parental leave
Generous PTO
Profit sharing plan
401(k) match
Overtime pay
Annual ski/camping trip
Black-tie holiday party
Quarterly departmental mixers with travel stipend included
Paid continuing education
Life and disability insurance
Certification incentives
Education assistance
Referral program
Professional growth and career progression