Conflicts Attorney Job at Beacon Hill (Chicago)

Conflicts Attorney

A respected, mid-to-large law firm is seeking a Conflicts Attorney to join its C...

Location

United States , Chicago

Salary:

130000.00 - 150000.00 USD / Year

Robert Half

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Juris Doctor required
2+ years of experience in a conflicts department at a mid- to large-sized law firm
Strong working knowledge of legal ethics and responsibility rules related to conflicts
Intapp experience strongly preferred
Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, high-volume environment
Excellent judgment, analytical, problem-solving, and time management skills
Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills, with the ability to explain complex issues clearly
Proven ability to work independently while thriving in a collaborative, team-oriented environment
Exceptional attention to detail and adaptability to changing workflows

Job Responsibility

Review, analyze, and clearly articulate conflicts search results for new matters and lateral attorneys
Identify potential ethical conflicts and business issues and advise on appropriate resolution strategies
Collaborate with Conflicts Counsel, General Counsel, attorneys, and conflicts team members to resolve conflicts efficiently
Support lateral attorney integration, including drafting engagement letters and conflict waivers
Draft and distribute ethical screen memoranda and establish/manage ethical walls using firm software
Identify opportunities to streamline conflicts processes to reduce risk and improve efficiency
Assist with training and development of conflicts department staff
Participate in large-scale review and clean-up of client/matter data and conflicts databases
Provide responsive, high-level customer service to attorneys and legal support staff
Travel to firm offices within the U.S. as needed

What we offer

Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
Life and disability coverage
401(k) with firm match
Generous paid parental leave
Backup childcare and eldercare benefits
PTO and firm-recognized holidays
Potential bonus based on firm performance
Strong emphasis on work-life balance and employee wellbeing
Very flexible WFH

Fulltime

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 Attorney

Wilson Sonsini is seeking a Conflicts Attorney to support the review, identifica...

Location

United States , Palo Alto; San Francisco; San Diego; Century City; Seattle

Salary:

105400.00 - 158125.00 USD / Year

Wilson, Sonsini, Goodrich & Rosati

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Juris Doctor (JD) degree required
bar license preferred
Prior experience in conflicts, professional responsibility, or law firm compliance is a plus
Prior experience with intake systems, legal research tools, and standard technology platforms is a plus
Strong understanding of legal ethics and conflicts of interest principles
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Proven ability to exercise sound judgment and make well-reasoned recommendations
Detail-oriented, organized, and able to manage multiple competing priorities
Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work effectively both independently and collaboratively

Job Responsibility

Review and provide thorough and timely analysis of all Firm new business to identify ethical and business conflicts of interest
Utilize internal and external databases and communicate with Partners, attorneys, and business services professionals to resolve conflicts efficiently
Apply professional responsibility rules, Firm policies, and applicable laws to assess risk and determine appropriate conflict resolution strategies
Proactively communicate with department leadership on complex conflicts questions and other compliance issues
Maintain accurate and current documentation of conflicts analyses and resolutions
Provide guidance to Executive Assistants, attorneys, and staff regarding the Firm’s new matter intake, conflicts, Anti-Money Laundering (AML), and related compliance procedures

What we offer

Highly competitive salary and benefits package
Discretionary year-end merit bonus based on performance

Fulltime

Assistant Conflicts Counsel

A prominent, full-service law firm is seeking a highly experienced Assistant Con...

Location

United States , Chicago

Salary:

195000.00 - 235000.00 USD / Year

Robert Half

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

J.D. required
10+ years of conflicts experience in a mid- to large-sized law firm
Advanced proficiency with Intapp Conflicts, Intake, and Walls
Strong experience handling conflicts related to law firm mergers and lateral onboarding
Deep knowledge of legal ethics, responsibility, and conflicts rules
Exceptional analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills
Ability to manage multiple priorities with accuracy and discretion
Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to translate complex issues for diverse audiences
Proven ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team-oriented environment

Job Responsibility

Partner with Conflicts Counsel to help manage and mentor a team of Conflicts Attorneys and Analysts in a fast-paced, high-volume environment
Lead law firm merger conflicts from inception through resolution, including conflicts analysis, waiver coordination, ethical wall implementation, and stakeholder communication
Run, analyze, and resolve complex conflicts searches for new matters and lateral hires using Intapp Conflicts, Intake, and Walls
Identify and resolve ethical conflicts and business issues in collaboration with firm attorneys, General Counsel, and internal stakeholders
Draft and negotiate engagement letters, complex conflict waivers, and ethical screen memoranda
Establish, monitor, and maintain ethical walls using firm systems
Drive process improvement initiatives to enhance efficiency, reduce risk, and support firm growth
Assist with training and development of new Conflicts Attorneys
Provide exceptional client service to attorneys and legal support staff
Travel to U.S. offices as needed and support matters outside of standard business hours when required

What we offer

Medical, dental, and vision insurance
Life and disability coverage
401(k) with firm match
Generous PTO and paid parental leave
Backup childcare and eldercare benefits
Performance-based bonus opportunities

Fulltime

Conflicts Attorney

Beacon Hill's client, an Am Law 200 national law firm, is seeking a Conflicts At...

Location

United States , Washington

Salary:

Not provided

Beacon Hill

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

10+ years of experience handling conflicts and governance matters within Big Law
Active and good-standing bar membership required in California or DC
Extensive experience supporting law firm Governance functions
Of Counsel Guidelines (OCGs)
Drafting and reviewing: Engagement letters, Audit letters, Ethical waivers, Conflict waivers
Establishing and maintaining ethical walls/information barriers
New Business Intake (NBI) review and analysis
Managing conflicts for: Incoming attorneys and professionals, Lateral hires

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

Conflicts Attorney

Robert Half is seeking an experienced Conflicts Attorney to join our client, a l...

Location

United States , Minneapolis

Salary:

Not provided

Robert Half

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Juris Doctor degree and active bar license from at least one jurisdiction (Montana license not accepted)
3+ years of experience in conflicts/new business or law firm risk management, preferably at a mid to large-sized law firm
Thorough understanding of a wide range of areas of law
Knowledge of the Rules of Professional Conduct and their application
Understanding of jurisdictional differences in legal principles and choice of law analysis
Proficiency in Intapp Open is strongly preferred
Ability work effectively in a hybrid environment
Strong analytical reasoning and research skills
Effectively cope with change
can decide and act without having the total picture

Job Responsibility

Review new business conflict submissions for clarity and completeness
Analyze conflicts reports to identify potential conflicts, risk management issues, anti-money laundering concerns, and client relationship issues
Facilitate the resolution of complex former client and material limitation conflicts
Prepare detailed disclosure reports and communicate potential conflicts to requesting attorneys
Draft waivers and consents and advise on ethical issues related to withdrawal and screening
Negotiate with lawyers to resolve disputes over conflicts and waivers
Act as a legal advisor on conflicts of interest issues
Elevate significant conflicts to the Ethics Counsel as needed
Collaborate with Intapp consultants and stakeholders to improve the user experience and maintain database accuracy
Participate in vendor user groups and demonstrations to explore new processing methods and potential vendors

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