As part of our Women’s History Month series celebrating the remarkable women who help shape CDS and the broader legal technology community, we’re proud to spotlight Casey Nunez, Senior Project Manager at Complete Discovery Source.
Throughout March, CDS is highlighting five outstanding professionals whose leadership, expertise, and perspective continue to drive innovation in legal tech and eDiscovery. The series recognizes the impact of women across the organization, leaders who are not only delivering results for clients but also helping mentor the next generation of professionals in a fast-evolving industry.
Let us introduce you to our third spotlight: Casey Nunez, Senior Project Manager at CDS. With more than a decade in eDiscovery, Casey is known for her collaborative leadership style, steady guidance under pressure, and ability to help legal teams navigate complex matters with clarity and confidence. She shares her unexpected path into legal tech, the perspective she brings as a woman in the industry, and the experiences that continue to shape her approach to client service and teamwork. Get to know Casey.
What led you into eDiscovery, and what surprised you most when you first started working with legal teams?
I fell into eDiscovery quite by accident. In 2013, I moved from California to New York City with nothing but a dream of living in New York—I didn’t have a job, but I did have a background as a paralegal. I took the first job that was offered, as an assistant to the Director of eDiscovery at a law firm. It turned out to be one of many strokes of luck I would have in the city. The work was intriguing and ever-changing. My boss was encouraging and, eventually as part of the Litigation Support team, we navigated the evolving world of eDiscovery with multiple legal teams across a multitude of matters. What was probably most surprising was the collaborative aspect of the job. Rather than just “order taking” or flying solo, everyone’s opinion felt valued and we worked together to achieve the best results.
As a woman in a male-dominated field, what perspective or strength has helped you navigate challenges and earn client trust?
I’ve found I earn client trust through knowledge and results. To be frank, I have a unisex name and a very soft-spoken voice to boot. I’m sure it’s been a surprise to many clients when they finally speak to me. However, speaking with authority on a subject, or even just knowing who on the team to talk to reach the end goal, has inspired trust in my work product and fostered many relationships in this industry.
After years in this fast-moving industry, how has your leadership style evolved and how does that help your clients today?
My leadership style has changed over time as I’ve developed more self-assurance. Specifically, I think the past four years of motherhood helped on that front. The constant reminder that you actually have very little control has put a lot of things into perspective. While parenthood is fraught with imposter syndrome, I can say, with the utmost humility, that I am good at what I do at work. While I am by no means perfect, I am able to speak with clarity, conviction, and with the confidence that my experience brings something valuable to the table.
Can you share an example of a matter where your strategy made a measurable difference?
As we’re all aware, eDiscovery is a field fraught with ever-changing deadlines and, in our roles, we’re usually the last to know. I’ve been left scrambling to meet midnight deadlines more times than I can count, and in response I’ve constructed teams out of thin air, roping in not only live bodies but also consulting internally across teams and departments to find the best ways to work smarter, not harder.
What do you wish you had known earlier in your career, and what advice would you give women entering legal tech today?
Refuse to be railroaded. Speak up, even if your voice shakes. Bring your own chair to the table and build that seat on a foundation of knowledge. They’ll have no choice but to listen. Faking it ‘til you make it aside, though, I have found that most people you’ll work with are generally kind. Everyone has bad days and sometimes they take it out on the wrong people. Try not to take it too personally and keep persevering. Lastly, know your worth. Nolite te bastardes carborundorum.
We hoped you enjoyed getting to know our Senior Project Manager Casey Nunez for our Women’s History Month series spotlighting our female tech experts. Stick around to meet more women driving real results at CDS.
