Job Description

Purpose Legal is a diverse team of talented, like-minded professionals who come together with one common goal: to improve the efficiency of legal support services. Driving innovation, quality and efficiency, Purpose’ award-winning technology and services equip clients with the tools they need to continually improve their practice. The Dallas-based digital forensics team supports eDiscovery and managed review, Purpose provides value-based results at the lowest cost possible.

Evidence Handling Specialist (Onsite Dallas)

Receives, records, stores, and safeguards evidence collected for Forensic investigations and/or litigation. Prepares records of articles according to chain of custody procedures and maintains evidence database. Releases evidence being retained to designated party for court presentation or other disposition. Maintains storage facility and coordinates proper disposal of sensitive materials including desktop/laptop computers, hard drives, CD/DVDs, etc. Support all shipping and receiving needs when needed.

Key Responsibilities

Evidence Intake & Tracking

• Receive, log, and track physical and digital evidence including client-provided devices, RACKit shipments, and deliverable drives
• Maintain accurate and complete Chain of Custody (COC) documentation in compliance with internal protocols and client requirements
• Coordinate shipping and receiving of media and hardware

Data Disposition Management

• Execute storage, archival, and secure deletion of forensic and processed data
• Follow standard operating procedures for disposition activities and ensure proper documentation

Digital Collection Support

• Conduct initial data collections from devices received in the lab, including mobile phones, laptops, desktop computers, and external drives
• Interface with forensic tools and adhere to proper handling procedures to maintain data integrity

Data Quality Control & Consolidation

• Perform quality checks (QC) on acquired data to ensure completeness and consistency
• Consolidate and prepare data for processing or delivery to other internal teams

Administrative Support

• Order and maintain an adequate supply of hard drives, CD/DVDs, media tracking labels, etc. This includes RMA of bad drives.
• Maintain an accurate inventory of all hard drives in a database
• Maintain a clean and well-organized media room at all times
• Perform other related duties as assigned

BASIC JOB REQUIREMENTS:

• High School diploma or equivalent experience
• Requires 1-3 years of related experience
• Strong understanding of chain-of-custody protocols and evidence management best practices
• Familiarity with handling a variety of devices (e.g., hard drives, mobile phones, laptops)
• Ability to solve problems, prioritize, and multi-task in a fast-paced deadline-driven environment.
• High level of organization and attention to detail
• Strong communication skills and ability to work collaboratively across teams
• Knowledge of all shipping vendor procedures (FedEx, UPS, USPS, Courier, etc.)
• Must be able to lift and handle hardware and media as needed
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Purpose Legal is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We believe that no one should be discriminated against because of their differences, such as age, disability, ethnicity, gender, gender identity and expression, religion or sexual orientation. All employment decisions shall be made without regard to age, race, creed, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, disability status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, citizenship status or any other basis as protected by federal, state, or local law. Purpose Legal is committed to providing veteran employment opportunities to our service men and women.

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