Conflicts Attorney (Fully Remote - NY/CA or DC Bar Required)

OverviewPosition: Conflicts Attorney (Fully Remote - NY/CA or DC Bar Required)Company: Global AM 100 Law FirmLocation: Fully RemoteBase pay range: $185,000.00/yr - $200,000.00/yrThis range is provided by Kay Search Group. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.SummaryThe Conflicts Attorney is a valued member of the Firm's Risk team and provides support to the Firm's global offices. The Conflicts Attorney is responsible for reviewing conflict check reports prepared by risk analysts in connection with the business intake and new hire processes, preparing analyses identifying legal and possible business conflicts, and managing the resolution of any such conflicts. This person will work directly with partners and counsel as well as other members of Firm leadership.ResponsibilitiesReview conflict reports prepared in connection with the global business intake process. Identify potential legal and business conflicts of interest issues, and provide detailed analysis and adviceDraft conflict waivers, facilitate requests and coordinate tracking waivers in firm systemsReview conflict reports prepared in connection with the new hire process; provide detailed analysis and advice firm partners as well as advising new hires on conflict issuesErect and maintain ethical walls and other legal screensAssist in drafting standard engagement letters and editing letters drafted by othersAnswer queries from attorneys and professional staff across the firm, concerning business intake policies and procedures, conflicts of interest, and other firm policiesAssist in maintaining thorough, accurate and current records of all conflicts resolutions in database to ensure integrityQualificationsRequires a JD and at least 2+ years relevant lateral conflicts at a top-tier law firmAdmission in NY, DC or CA requiredExperience analyzing and advising on U.S. conflicts rulesStrong communication skills (written and verbal) and excellent client-facing and interpersonal skillsMust possess strict attention to detail and be accustomed to working to very high standards of accuracy and efficiency, with strong project management skills and the ability to manage priorities in a fast-paced environmentRequires excellent judgment, ability to make risk-based assessments and capability of solving problems and making smart decisions in the face of ambiguitySenioritiesMid-Senior levelEmployment typeFull-timeJob functionOtherIndustriesLegal Services and Law PracticeNote: This description omits non-core postings and extraneous job board references. EEO information is not altered from the original context.#J-18808-Ljbffr