Data Analyst - Class Action Defense

• Partner with attorneys and clients to evaluate data needs, develop analysis strategies, and deliver clear and actionable insights.
• Obtain, structure, and manage raw datasets from various sources, including payroll, timekeeping, and HRIS.
• Analyze and evaluate data using advanced tools and reporting platforms to create pivot tables, charts, and intuitive visual dashboards.
• Perform advanced data analytics to generate deliverables such as exposure analyses, pay equity audits, affirmative action plans, and class lists.
• Design exposure analysis reports to identify key case strengths, risks, and potential settlement strategies.
• Organize data workflows for wage and hour analyses, enabling efficient and accurate review across multiple data sets and record formats.

• Work with multidisciplinary teams, including attorneys, clients, expert witnesses, and opposing counsel, to guide data-related discussions.
• Collaborate with IT, eDiscovery, and Practice Support teams to ensure secure, compliant handling of sensitive data throughout the case lifecycle.
• Communicate findings effectively to attorneys, clients, and other stakeholders through written reports, visual presentations, and face-to-face briefings.

• Evaluate and recommend new technologies, tools, and methodologies for data analysis, visualization, and reporting for litigation support.
• Leverage software such as Excel, Tableau, Power BI, SQL[SD1], or similar tools to deliver dynamic and interactive visualizations of crucial metrics.
• Collaborate with staff in analytics roles to provide support and seamless backup coordination.

• Assist with analysis of potential CAFA removal.
• Prepare putative class lists, perform random sampling analyses, and other tasks in support of class opposition processes.
• Develop and run pay equity and EEO analyses to ensure compliance with regulatory standards and best practices.
• Coordinate with expert witnesses to create polished and effective exposure models for case development and litigation defense strategy.
• Generate detailed reports to support complex class-action claims, highlighting key trends and patterns in the data.

• Support attorneys during motion practice, depositions, and trial preparation with clear, accurate data summaries and visual exhibits.
• Assist in reviewing data-related findings in expert reports, ensuring alignment with case objectives and litigation strategies.

• Manage specialized and raw data sets and data collections.
• Participate, as needed, in witness and custodial interviews, expert meetings, and other relevant meetings to gather, assess, and interpret relevant information.

• Record billable time and tasks in compliance with firm policies and client billing protocols; ensure timely submission of time entries.
• Submit accurate records of hours worked in accordance with firm deadlines.
• Maintain consistent attendance and punctuality, adhering to schedules for breaks, lunches, and meetings.
• Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Join us if you have:

• 4-6+ years of professional experience as a Data Analyst, with a proven track record in complex data analysis and reporting, preferably in employment class action litigation or related fields.
• Master’s or Bachelor’s degree in statistics, data analytics, or a related field.
• Technical Proficiency:
• Advanced Excel skills, including pivot tables, macros, and advanced formulas.
• Experience with Tableau, Power BI, SQL[SD2], or similar platforms for data visualization and analysis.
• Familiarity with HRIS, payroll systems (e.g., ADP, UKG), and wage and hour analysis.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to adapt technical findings for non-technical audiences.
• Advanced proficiency in the use of Microsoft Office applications (i.e., Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook) for drafting and editing complex documents and spreadsheets.
• Exceptional problem-solving, analytical skills, and attention to detail, with a demonstrated ability to meet tight deadlines.
• Familiarity with employment law, including wage and hour standards (especially in California), pay equity laws, and EEO compliance are strongly preferred.
• Ability to design and deliver exposure models and visual insights for effective case strategy.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to multitask effectively in a fast-paced environment.
• Willingness and availability to work flexible hours, including evenings or weekends, to meet litigation deadlines.
• Previous experience in a law firm or professional services setting supporting multiple offices strongly preferred.

Who We Are

What’s in it For You?

• Choice of health and vision insurance plans
• 2 paid volunteer days for qualifying community service work
• Dental plan
• Fertility and adoption benefit
• Paid sabbatical after 13 years of service
• Tuition reimbursement
• Commuter benefits
• Retirement contribution

This job description intends to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this position. It is not intended to include all duties and responsibilities.

Washington State  

The annualized salary range for this position in Washington is $121,000 to $145,000 ($62.05 to $74.36 hourly). Actual pay will be adjusted based on the candidate’s education, training, experience and other job-related factors permitted by law.  Full time employees may be eligible for a bonus, health insurance with an optional HSA, long term disability, dental insurance, vision care, telemedicine and virtual short term solution based counseling services, life insurance, Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts, subsidized backup care and caregiving resources, 401(k), vacation, sick time, 11 paid holidays each year and an employee assistance program.  For full-time employees, the initial vacation benefit is 15 days per year and 11 days of sick leave per year, accrued bi-weekly. Additional voluntary programs include:  voluntary accident insurance, voluntary life, voluntary disability, voluntary long term care, and pet insurance.  Commuter and Transit programs are also available.

The annualized salary range for this position in Los Angeles is $119,000 to $145,000 ($61.03 to $74.36 hourly); and in San Francisco is $140,000 to $166,000 ($71.79 to $85.13 hourly). Actual pay will be adjusted based on experience and other job-related factors permitted by law.  Full time employees may be eligible for a bonus, health insurance with an optional HSA, long term disability, dental insurance, vision care, telemedicine and virtual short term solution based counseling services, life insurance, Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts, subsidized backup care and caregiving resources, 401(k), vacation, sick time, and an employee assistance program.  Additional voluntary programs include:  voluntary accident insurance, voluntary life, voluntary disability, voluntary long term care, and pet insurance.  Commuter and Transit programs are also available.

New York

The annualized salary range for this position in New York City is $115,000 to $142,000 ($63.19 to $78.02 hourly). Actual pay will be adjusted based on experience and other job-related factors permitted by law.  Full time employees may be eligible for a bonus, health insurance with an optional HSA, short term disability, long term disability, dental insurance, vision care, telemedicine and virtual short term solution based counseling services, life insurance, Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts, subsidized backup care and caregiving resources, 401(k), vacation, sick time, and an employee assistance program.  Additional voluntary programs include:  voluntary accident insurance, voluntary life, voluntary disability, voluntary long term care, and pet insurance.  Commuter and Transit programs are also available.

District of Columbia