James Tolbert

• Lead analyst on complex eDiscovery projects, collaborating with legal teams and clients to optimize workflows and deliver strategic insights using advanced analytics platforms
• Utilize Relativity, Brainspace, and other AI-assisted tools for early case assessment, technology-assisted review (TAR), and quality control
• Support cross-functional teams with custom searches, reporting, and data culling for efficient document review and production
• Manage large-scale data sets across multiple matters, ensuring compliance with client protocols and data privacy standards
• Contribute to process improvements and best practices for review strategies, leveraging analytics to drive time and cost savings

• Provided litigation support for high-stakes cases, ensuring timely and accurate processing, hosting, and production of ESI
• Acted as point of contact for attorneys and case teams regarding database setup, user access, and workflow consultation in Relativity
• Designed and implemented custom searches and batching strategies for review teams, improving efficiency and accuracy
• Partnered with IT and external vendors for data ingestion, processing, and troubleshooting technical issues
• Delivered user training and documentation on litigation platforms and procedures

• Managed and coordinated end-to-end eDiscovery projects with vendors and internal teams, including database setup, imaging, load file creation, OCR, and hosted solutions.

• Collaborated with attorneys and litigation support to scope case requirements, define workflows, and oversee smooth transitions to internal support teams.

• Designed and maintained litigation support databases using platforms like Summation, Concordance, and CaseMap; executed quality control, troubleshooting, and user support.

• Oversaw project planning and budgeting for electronic discovery matters; provided training and support across departments and firm offices.

• Evaluated and tested litigation support applications and enhancements prior to firmwide deployment; contributed to software transition and user adoption.

• Utilized Microsoft Office Suite, Summation Enterprise, Concordance, CaseMap, Sanction, and Trial Director; familiar with SQL queries and advanced data handling.

• Consultant to litigation support teams concerning the Electronic Discovery Reference Model and presented multiple options to meet their goals
• Coordinated both interdepartmental resources and vendor partnerships to ensure completion of various litigation projects including scanning, coding, attorney review, data collection, and ESI processing
• Determined scope and direction, evaluated costs, created feasibility analyses and project budgets
• Trained and supported legal and corporate clientele on leading litigation document review databases such as Summation, Concordance, iCONECT NXT, Catalyst CR, Insight, and Relativity
• Oversaw the selection of qualified vendors, negotiated agreements, and monitored progress during project lifecycles
• Worked closely with IT Director in troubleshooting litigation support technical issues
• Delivered consistent project overview and status presentations