Chris Johnson
About Chris Johnson
Chris Johnson serves as the Director of Hosted Services at KLDiscovery, where he has worked since 2022. With a background in legal support and project coordination, he has over 15 years of experience in managing cross-border litigation cases for multinational corporations.
Current Role at KLDiscovery
Chris Johnson currently serves as the Director of Hosted Services at KLDiscovery, a position he has held since 2022. In this role, he oversees various hosted services, focusing on the management of complex legal projects. His responsibilities include ensuring the efficient delivery of services to clients, particularly in the context of cross-border litigation cases. Johnson's leadership in this capacity is informed by his extensive background in legal support and technology.
Previous Experience at KLDiscovery
Before his current role, Chris Johnson worked at KLDiscovery as a Client Services Manager from 2014 to 2023. During his nine years in this position, he was based in Böblingen, Germany, where he managed client relationships and coordinated legal support services. His tenure at KLDiscovery allowed him to develop a deep understanding of client needs and the intricacies of legal technology.
Legal Support Career Background
Chris Johnson has a diverse background in legal support, having held various positions across multiple firms. He worked as a Litigation Support Specialist at Keats McFarland & Wilson LLP for one year and as a Senior Litigation Support Coordinator at WilmerHale for another year. Additionally, he served as a Manager of Legal Technologies Services at Kroll Ontrack UK from 2011 to 2014. His experience also includes three years as a Discovery and Data Management Analyst at Debevoise & Plimpton.
Education and Certifications
Chris Johnson earned a Bachelor of Arts in English from the University of Delaware, where he studied from 1995 to 2000. He also pursued further education at UCLA Extension, obtaining a certification in Legal Support & Paralegal in 2005. Additionally, he completed a Graduate Diploma in Environmental Law at the University of Sydney in 2004. His educational background complements his professional experience in the legal field.
Expertise in Legal Technology and Project Coordination
Chris Johnson specializes in managing large-scale legal projects, particularly those involving multi-million document collections, processing, and reporting. His expertise extends to project coordination and data analysis, which are critical skills in the legal support industry. Johnson's ability to manage cross-border litigation cases for multinational corporations highlights his proficiency in navigating complex legal environments.