Conflicts Attorney

Overview

• Serve as a Conflicts Attorney within a leading law firm, ensuring compliance with professional standards and ethical obligations.
• Analyze and resolve complex conflicts of interest, contributing to risk management and firm integrity.
• Collaborate with partners and stakeholders to refine conflicts policies and training programs.
• Engage in research and analysis of corporate structures and transactional relationships.
• Support lateral recruitment processes and client matter onboarding with precision and expertise.
• Work closely with the General Counsel on legal expertise-related tasks and initiatives.
• Contribute to firm-wide risk management initiatives across various departments.
• Enhance professional standards through proactive conflict resolution strategies.

Key Responsibilities & Duties

• Conduct and analyze conflict checks for new client matters and lateral hires with meticulous attention to detail.
• Perform detailed research to identify and address potential conflicts of interest.
• Draft and review conflict waivers, engagement terms, and related documentation.
• Implement and maintain ethical screens to safeguard confidential information.
• Advise on compliance with outside counsel guidelines and client requirements.
• Mentor and train junior team members in conflicts resolution processes.
• Support attorney transitions and manage records efficiently.
• Collaborate on refining conflicts policies and best practices to enhance firm operations.

Job Requirements

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school with active bar admission.
• Minimum of 4 years of experience in law firm conflicts or related roles.
• Strong understanding of Rules of Professional Conduct across jurisdictions.
• Proficiency in conflicts and intake systems and document management processes.
• Exceptional judgment and ability to balance legal risk with business priorities.
• Highly organized and detail-oriented with excellent communication skills.
• Experience drafting conflict waivers and advising on ethical screens.
• Ability to manage high volumes of time-sensitive matters effectively.