holland and knight
Description
We are seeking a Conflicts Attorney within the conflicts clearing team. Under the oversight of the firm’s Professional Standards Partner, the Conflicts Attorney will assist in managing the conflict resolution process related to new business intake, while protecting the firm and its clients from adversity and risk. Periodic in-person presence is required for annual or bi-annual weekend team-building events. Attendance at in-person quarterly meetings may also be required, depending on location. This position can be based within a reasonable commuting distance of any of our U.S. offices.
Key Responsibilities Include:
Process the intake of prospective new clients and matters for firm attorneys.
Perform conflicts checks, review conflict reports, and identify potential conflicts of interest.
Communicate with affected attorneys to resolve conflicts.
Obtain accurate due diligence for processing new clients and matters.
Draft and analyze engagement or scope letters.
Draft waiver letters as needed to clear conflicts of interest.
Ensure correct processing of new clients and matters.
Consult with Finance or Legal teams when necessary for new business requests.
Answer questions related to conflicts of interest, business intake, and firm policies.
Establish and maintain ethical walls and legal screens as required.
Monitor changes in ethics rules, opinions, and case law regarding conflicts of interest.
Monitor client mergers and acquisitions to identify and resolve conflicts.
Assist in keeping shared documents current and accurate.
Perform special projects and additional duties as assigned.
Skills Required:
Ability to organize and prioritize work in a dynamic, complex environment to meet deadlines and manage workload.
Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills.
Ability to work independently and effectively under pressure with minimal supervision.
Discretion in escalating and communicating issues.
Ability to analyze and interpret information from various sources.
Critical and creative thinking skills, with strong attention to detail for developing solutions to complex problems.
Strong research, computer, and database skills.
Knowledge of conflicts of interest principles under the Rules of Professional Conduct.
Qualifications:
Juris Doctorate from an accredited law school and U.S. bar admission, preferably in a jurisdiction with an office of the firm.
Minimum Education:
5+ years of legal experience, preferably with a large law firm in conflicts of interest or professional responsibility.
Benefits:
Our goal is to promote a work environment supporting professional and personal well-being, including resources that encourage health and wellness. Some of the benefits offered include comprehensive medical (PPO and HDHPs), dental, and vision plans including coverage for domestic partners; life and AD&D insurance; short and long-term disability insurance; tax-advantaged accounts for health care and dependent care; health advocacy; behavioral health and counseling resources; 401(k); profit sharing; pre-tax transit and parking; backup dependent care; senior care planning; resources for individuals with disabilities and caregivers; and paid holidays and leave, including for new parents.
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Our goal is to promote a work environment supporting professional and personal well-being, including resources that encourage health and wellness. Some of the benefits offered include comprehensive medical (PPO and HDHPs), dental, and vision plans including coverage for domestic partners; life and AD&D insurance; short and long-term disability insurance; tax-advantaged accounts for health care and dependent care; health advocacy; behavioral health and counseling resources; 401(k); profit sharing; pre-tax transit and parking; backup dependent care; senior care planning; resources for individuals with disabilities and caregivers; and paid holidays and leave, including for new parents.
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