Forensic analysis, SQL, ediscovery specialist, Relativity

SAM BASTAWROS

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Matawan, NJ *****

Tel: 732-***-**** - Cell: 917-***-****

Email: **********@*****.***

LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/sam-bastawros-4103734

PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY:

Hard working senior eDiscovery Project Manager with strong technical, analytical and management skills who drives successful complex litigation projects through the complete eDiscovery lifecycle. A solutions based advocate who utilizes a hybrid technical, analytical, legal and management skill-set to consult clients and execute solutions utilizing best-in class technology, to minimize costs associated with large scale eDiscovery projects.

PROFESSIONAL SKILLS:

●Excellent organizational skills with proven ability to manage multiple projects and priorities simultaneously.

●Proactive with proven experience in effectively managing competing demands and multiple projects.

●Superior attention to detail, problem solving capabilities and multitasking skills.

●Excellent written and verbal communication skills to enable effective and professional communication with clients, colleagues and vendors.

●Prior experience working in information technology, engineering and eDiscovery project management roles.

TECHNICAL SKILLS:

●Litigation Technology Database Proficiency: Relativity, IPRO Review(Eclipse), Caselogistix, Case Notebook, CloudNine LAW, Ringtail, Concordance, LiveNote, Trial Director, Summation, Sanction, Documatrix

●DBMS Applications: Microsoft Access, SQL server, Sybase, Oracle.

●Technical Skills: VBA (Visual Basic), Java, XML, HTML, UNIX, SQL, LAN\WAN management, MS Project.

●Professional Certifications: CPL programming, CaseMap, Ringtail, Training Partner.

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE:

09/19 - Present XACT DATA DISCOVERY (Merged with QDISCOVERY LLC)

Sr. Project Manager

●Provided strategic advice and resources to manage the discovery challenges of various Fortune 500 companies.

●Designed and managed Relativity document review projects through the managed review department.

●Built centralized control on the IPRO REVIEW (ECLIPSE) system utilizing SQL management tools.

●Designed and implemented a complete billing system for IPRO REVIEW (ECLIPSE) hosting platform.

●Managed/analyzed document review projects using Relativity\Eclipse to assist with document production requests.

●Developed custom solutions for QMobile analysis based on time intervals/time of Day/gap analysis compatible with Relativity platform.

●Streamlined processes after merger for seamless workflow in the new organization.

●Played a key role in the merger of the billing/financial operations and project management systems.

●Designed/updated the archiving system workflow and procedures to onboard merged companies archiving systems.

●Worked closely with the Forensic team to create pattern matching mechanisms in forensic logs.

●Built custom SQL scripts (AllCustodians, AllSources, metadata deduping, build family relationships for MMS).

●Handled various complex migrations from in-house platforms to Relativity/Eclipse hosted platforms.

●Performed a thorough and complete company network scan for hash codes in Beck Reed’s SharkNinja-Keurig litigation, built custom scripts for wiping hash codes from companies' networks.

●Worked closely with the Forensic team to identify key files accessed after a certain key date.

11/18 - 08/19 QDISCOVERY LLC (Merged with EVIDOX CORPORATION)

Sr. EDiscovery/solutions Analyst

●Developed tools to convert Forensic Encase reports into industry standard Relativity load files.

●Maintained awareness of new eDiscovery technology (Relativity), techniques and industry best practices.

●Coordinated PM department work with work of other departments and outside resources to accomplish goals.

●Created an application to build OPT files from DAT files.

●Maximized revenue generation through implementing tighter guidelines for the process.

●Built the POD project management system and corresponding workflows.

●Designed and implemented a cell phone messaging/chat data extractor for Relativity review and production.

●Built a reporting system for data harvested to assist case teams in assessing data collections.

●Wrote code to extract embedded text in a DAT file to standalone text files.

●Managed team in migrating the project management system to QBASE and financial system to QB.

07/11 - 10/18 EVIDOX CORPORATION

Sr. Project Manager

●Started as Project Manager then promoted to a senior level.

●Supported the litigation team by focusing on collections, discovery and case management.

●Led the company’s collections team using Pinpoint Harvester for in-person network collections.

●Consulted with customers following new requests to tailor collections to their precise requirements.

●Established robust systems for various operations (Billing system, Project Estimates and Conflict checks…etc.).

●Mentored and trained staff/colleagues on newly developed tools/systems to ensure maintaining successful operations.

●Developed a custom tool to download documents from an online html repository and convert to documents with a load file in the Boston Youth Tobacco Litigation - Hausfeld case.

●Developed methods and solutions to build a complete Case Notebook system and facilitate/conduct migrations.

●Led case teams with deep early case assessment (ECA) in the EDA system through SQL Queries.

●Took a direct role in the implementation of Eclipse ADD Automation.

●Minimized exceptions/manual intervention, instead replaced with systematic approaches and procedures.

●Worked closely with management on developing revenue and Work Orders (WO) statistical analysis tools.

●Assisted IT Department in migrating the hosting platform to a cloud based storage.

●Built a custom hosted database for Harvard University based on nonstandard proprietary load files.

03/11 - 06/11 G&M Health LLC

Sr. Project Manager

●Managed the integration of SOPs and WIs during the company's merger.

●Prepared project timelines, plans and implementation estimates.

●Built centralized control SQL databases for SOPs, WIs and Policies.

●Designed and implemented a complete training system for the Regulatory department leveraging Training Partner.

●Rolled out training for employees while implementation is in progress.

●Tracked and reported on overall project progress (Triple I and PMG Merger).

11/04 - 02/11 Norton Rose Fulbright (formerly Fulbright & Jaworski)

Regional Database Coordinator

●Started as a Database Analyst then promoted to Regional Database Coordinator.

●Managed projects throughout different phases of case lifecycle starting with strategic planning and analysis to production.

●Attended meet and confer with clients/attorneys to assist in early case assessment.

●Defined case needs, design database structure, coordinated data collection and extraction from client’s site.

●Provided suggestions and recommendations for the improvement of existing systems and procedures.

●Developed recommendations, plans, procedures and specifications for handling e-discovery projects.

●Supervised requests, retrieval and delivery of files, staff training, and delegated work to specific filing sections.

●Supervised litigation support and e-discovery projects with Project Managers and Technical Operations staff.

●Made supervisory decisions based on good judgment, while prioritizing group activity to maximize time management under tight deadlines.

●Managed a team of database Analysts for the Eastern Regional offices of the law firm.

●Provided tutoring and mentoring to newly hired Database Analysts to get them up to speed with the cutting edge technology.

●Provided administrative, technical and operational integration of litigation support technology to the Firm’s attorneys.

●Delegated and supervised junior staff on miscellaneous tasks including: data assessment, imaging, spreadsheet manipulation.

●Participated in research, development, and implementation of tools and processes to enhance departmental service offerings.

●Communicated with the legal team to define requirements, organization and management of projects involving case-related documents and data.

●Coordinated creation of document productions and advise the legal team of standard requirements and formats.

●Shepherded all phases of production creation.

●Collaborated with technical teams to achieve project needs, engage and manage litigation support vendors.

●Provided ongoing support for database end-users which includes training, search assistance, troubleshooting.

●Provided database training (Concordance, Summation, LiveNote, CaseMap etc.).

●Assisted attorneys with searches; participated in trial preparation which includes coordinating vendors, assisting with designations, coordinating graphic projects, and providing database and other technical support.

●Facilitated the resources needed to keep the regional operations performing at high efficiency.

●Provided hands-on technical support on highly complex, technical projects.

●Managed case archival process and server space planning.

5/02 - 11/04 Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom L.L.P

Legal Technology Specialist

●Provided technical support on various Litigation systems i.e. .Concordance, Summation, IPRO, Image Base, LiveNote.

●Loaded legal documents into Image base / Concordance/ Live Note databases on Unix OS.

●Created cases and performed data manipulation tasks within.

●Granted users access to databases using shell scripting.

●Customized programs for data conversions between different litigation software.

●Transferred documents between databases utilizing Perl scripts/Java programming.

●Processed e-discovery projects including data collection, culling, de-duping and preparing cost estimates.

●Worked with attorneys and legal assistants on support tasks.

●Spearheaded the firm’s Database Help Desk and performed cross-functional IT support, which included troubleshooting and software support.

●Designed custom solutions to complex data projects utilizing SQL.

●Maintained and monitored data inventory and software CDs for the Legal Technology department.

●Created cases in LiveNote for loading transcripts, and provided user support.

5/01 – 5/02 Colgate-Palmolive

IT and SAP Basis Specialist

●Designed/Coordinated/Monitored installation & testing of WAN/LAN prior to each go-live.

●Monitored, managed development and replication of Lotus Notes applications.

●Monitored IT network infrastructure and telecommunication operations as per standard operating procedures.

●Provided follow-up and troubleshooting support for communication issues with live subsidiaries.

●Supported the user’s desktop and printer’s connection within SAP.

●Tuned database sizes to improve performance reducing response times to seconds.

●Established procedures to monitor/handle system operations.

●Applied R/3 OSS note fixes to SAP programs.

●Managed system changes (transport) between systems.

●Scheduled background jobs, maintained system KPIs.

3/99 - 8/00 SULZER INTERNATIONAL

Project Engineer

●Developed work scope, procedures, cost estimates, and manpower requirements.

●Reviewed project drawings, equipment catalogues and manuals.

●Analyzed the market, prepared reports and timing schedules for turnkey projects.

●Negotiated new contracts and supervised execution of projects to ensure compliance with contract specifications.

8/98 - 3/99 MENATEL

Telecommunications Engineer

●Responsible for the oversight and management of communications equipment such as ESM500, HARRIS, RACAL.

●Performed tests on signal attenuation, increased BTS scalability, and improved packet loss during handoffs.

●Used advanced diagnostic equipment to inspect and detect faults, troubleshoot defective components.

●Performed studies, research and analysis on various aspects of electrical and electronic equipment.

●Determined equipment suitability to ensure compliance with contracts technical specifications, codes and regulations.

7/97 - 8/98 SUMED Petroleum Company

Computer Engineer

●Prepared design calculations, specifications and engineering drawings for load monitoring and data acquisition system.

●Designed the load monitoring system utilizing temperature compensated (TC) type strain gauges.

●Developed and installed data acquisition system using interfacing modems and communicating through a complete Ethernet network consisting of 6784 Nodes.

●Monitored the whole system through a C++ program including Assembly Objects developed to interpret and download digital signals into charts and spreadsheets.

EDUCATION: New Jersey Institute of Technology - Newark, New Jersey

MS Computer Engineering

Alexandria University - Alexandria, Egypt

BS Electrical Engineering - Telecommunications & Electro physics Major

HONORS/EXAMS: Dean's list, undergraduate and graduate

Part A of the Professional Engineering License of NY State (FE)

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