Conflicts Attorney Job at Wilson, Sonsini, Goodrich & Rosati (Palo Alto)

Conflicts Analyst

The Conflicts Analyst plays a critical role in ensuring the firm’s compliance wi...

Location

United States , New York

Salary:

90000.00 - 140000.00 USD / Year

Jameson Legal

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Minimum of 5 years of experience in conflicts management within a law firm
Bachelor’s degree required
JD or LL.M degree preferred
Knowledge of the Rules of Professional Conduct governing conflicts of interest and authorities interpreting those rules
Strong understanding of legal ethics, professional responsibility rules, and risk management
Experience with conflicts software
Proven leadership and team management experience

Job Responsibility

Managing the firm’s conflicts process to ensure compliance with internal and external standards
Acting as primary point of contact for all conflicts-related matters, engaging with the initiating attorney to address questions and providing guidance on the conflicts analysis process
Administering the firm’s conflicts platform, including recommending and implementing necessary changes, upgrades, and enhancements to improve functionality and efficiency
Developing and implementing policies and procedures to improve conflicts processes and mitigate risk
Collaborating on audits and internal reviews related to conflicts and risk management
Assisting the Office of the General Counsel in determining when screening or conflicts waivers are necessary to ensure all decisions align with ethical and regulatory requirements
Entering conflict data into the conflicts program to generate reports, conducting applicable research, and presenting findings to attorneys for review of conflict results
Leading periodic conflicts training sessions for attorneys and staff
Supervising the conflicts team and ensuring timely and accurate conflicts checks

Fulltime

Senior Conflicts Attorney

McCarter & English is seeking a Senior Conflicts Attorney. The position may be r...

Location

United States

Salary:

160000.00 - 180000.00 USD / Year

McCarter & English

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Working knowledge of conflict reports produced from Intapp Open as well as basic knowledge of legal software such as D&B/Hoovers, other Intapp products (e.g., Walls)
CapIQ, WorldCheck
JD and active bar license required in the state where Senior Conflict Attorney will work
5+ years experience working in conflicts department in a mid- to large-sized law firm
Knowledge and understanding of professional responsibility and legal ethics rules
Database searching experience and knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint and Word)
Close attention to detail, fast thinker and ability to work under pressure to meet deadlines
Strong interpersonal skills to facilitate communication over multiple medias (e.g., in -person, phone, Microsoft Teams, etc.) to a broad range of personality types
Demonstrated ability to handle confidential client information with the appropriate discretion/sensitivity
Experience in directly interfacing with clients is preferred

Job Responsibility

Review conflict reports prepared in connection with the business intake process. Identify potential legal and business conflicts of interest issues, and provide detailed analysis and advice directly to partners, and collaborate with members of the firm to resolve conflict issues
Assist in drafting and approving engagement letters and editing letters drafted by others
Draft conflict waivers and facilitate waiver requests
Review conflict reports prepared in connection with the new hire process
provide detailed analysis and advice directly to the HR Department, Strategic Growth Committee, and firm leadership as well as advising new hires on conflict issues
Oversee implementation and maintenance of ethical walls and other legal screens
Provide guidance to team of Conflict Analysts and New Business Analysts in support of the business intake process, including best practices on corporate family research, and other aspects of the preparation of conflict reports
Answer queries from attorneys and professional staff across the firm, concerning business intake policies and procedures, conflicts of interest, related ethical considerations, and other firm policies
Work on ad hoc projects of the Office of General Counsel that arise from time to time
Must have ability and willingness to work outside of normal business hours as needed.

What we offer

Eligibility for discretionary bonus
Firm-Paid: Basic life and accidental death and dismemberment (AD&D) insurance and short-term (ST) and long-term (LT) disability benefits
Health & Wellness: Comprehensive medical/prescription drug coverage (the Firm pays a share of the cost), including a high deductible health plan with an annual Firm health savings account (HSA) contribution
Employee-Paid Voluntary Benefits: Dental and vision coverage, supplemental health plans (accident, cancer and critical illness), flexible spending accounts, optional life and AD&D insurance (supplemental employee, spouse and child) and supplemental STD coverage
Retirement: 401(k) plan offering three types of contributions: pre-tax, Roth and after-tax contributions
Time Off: Paid Time Off (PTO), paid holidays, and leaves of absence to support work-life balance (e.g. parental leave)
Free and confidential employee assistance program (EAP) and behavioral health services program
Firm-paid back-up child/elder care, academic support and pet care program
Tax-advantaged college savings 529 Plan
Employee discounts through Working Advantage

Fulltime

Conflicts Administrator

Beacon Hill Legal is staffing a contract Conflicts Administrator position for an...

Location

United States , Washington

Salary:

Not provided

Beacon Hill

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

5+ years of experience with researching and analyzing complex business relationships to identify potential legal conflicts
5+ years of experience with partnering closely with attorneys and staff, conducting in‑depth conflict checks, and ensuring the accuracy and integrity of the firm's conflicts database

Job Responsibility

Researching and analyzing complex business relationships to identify potential legal conflicts
Partnering closely with attorneys and staff, conducting in‑depth conflict checks, and ensuring the accuracy and integrity of the firm's conflicts database

Fulltime