Burr & Forman
Burr & Forman has an opening for a Conflicts Attorney located in Birmingham, Columbia, or Tampa. This position supports the firm’s risk management efforts with a focus on new matter intake; lateral hire screening; client background screening; resolution of conflicts of interest including waivers as needed; engagement letters; and Outside Counsel Guidelines. The Conflicts Attorney will work closely with the Risk Management team, attorneys, and legal support across the firm.
Responsibilities
Assist in supervision of conflicts of interest and new client and new matter intake processes and support department personnel who carry out these functions
Develop expertise on conflicts rules and approaches in specific practice areas
Serve as Subject Matter Expert (SME) on the firm’s conflicts and new business intake system, as well as client due diligence research
Facilitate the timely resolution of potential conflicts for attorneys across the firm
Respond to conflict inquiries; interface with professionals and legal assistants at all levels to confirm the status of existing or pending transactions and resolve identified conflict issues
Assist in preparation and follow-up of engagement letters and waiver letters
Advise attorneys and staff on the Rules of Professional Conduct, including conflicts, and assist in adherence to such rules and firm policies when drafting, reviewing, and coordinating client engagement and conflict waiver letters
Assist in reviewing terms of engagement, including outside counsel guidelines, for conflicts and business issues
Assist with communicating firm policies and procedures relating to conflicts and intake and make recommendations for changes when appropriate
Assist in building and tracking a database of identified business conflicts and other applicable data
Essentials
J.D. degree from an accredited law school and member in good standing of the state bar
3+ years of legal experience working with conflicts and knowledge of conflict rules
Experience with InTapp is a plus
Highly organized, detail-oriented, proactive with a desire to take ownership
Ability to balance competing priorities and work effectively in a fast-paced environment, maintaining professionalism during stressful situations
Ability to work independently and with a team
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Ability to maintain effective relationships with a diverse group of attorneys, staff, clients, and outside contacts
Some travel may be required
Additional Information Burr & Forman’s experienced legal team serves clients with local, national, and international legal needs. Our attorneys draw from diverse backgrounds and experience to serve as trusted business advisors and legal counsel. The firm’s success reflects forward-thinking solutions for challenging situations and a diverse, creative, and future-focused approach that enables us to achieve results that matter. To learn more, visit burr.com.
Burr & Forman LLP provides a wide range of benefits including comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance, group term life and disability insurance, a 401(k) retirement plan, paid time off, and wellness and mental health services among others.
The salary range for this position is a reasonable estimate and actual compensation is based on factors such as education, experience, location, and market considerations.
Equal Opportunity Employer: Burr & Forman is committed to recruiting, hiring, developing, and promoting lawyers and staff without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, national origin, sexual orientation, military or veteran status, disability, or any other protected characteristic. Please view Equal Employment Opportunity posters at burr.com/careers/working-at-burr.
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Responsibilities
Assist in supervision of conflicts of interest and new client and new matter intake processes and support department personnel who carry out these functions
Develop expertise on conflicts rules and approaches in specific practice areas
Serve as Subject Matter Expert (SME) on the firm’s conflicts and new business intake system, as well as client due diligence research
Facilitate the timely resolution of potential conflicts for attorneys across the firm
Respond to conflict inquiries; interface with professionals and legal assistants at all levels to confirm the status of existing or pending transactions and resolve identified conflict issues
Assist in preparation and follow-up of engagement letters and waiver letters
Advise attorneys and staff on the Rules of Professional Conduct, including conflicts, and assist in adherence to such rules and firm policies when drafting, reviewing, and coordinating client engagement and conflict waiver letters
Assist in reviewing terms of engagement, including outside counsel guidelines, for conflicts and business issues
Assist with communicating firm policies and procedures relating to conflicts and intake and make recommendations for changes when appropriate
Assist in building and tracking a database of identified business conflicts and other applicable data
Essentials
J.D. degree from an accredited law school and member in good standing of the state bar
3+ years of legal experience working with conflicts and knowledge of conflict rules
Experience with InTapp is a plus
Highly organized, detail-oriented, proactive with a desire to take ownership
Ability to balance competing priorities and work effectively in a fast-paced environment, maintaining professionalism during stressful situations
Ability to work independently and with a team
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Ability to maintain effective relationships with a diverse group of attorneys, staff, clients, and outside contacts
Some travel may be required
Additional Information Burr & Forman’s experienced legal team serves clients with local, national, and international legal needs. Our attorneys draw from diverse backgrounds and experience to serve as trusted business advisors and legal counsel. The firm’s success reflects forward-thinking solutions for challenging situations and a diverse, creative, and future-focused approach that enables us to achieve results that matter. To learn more, visit burr.com.
Burr & Forman LLP provides a wide range of benefits including comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance, group term life and disability insurance, a 401(k) retirement plan, paid time off, and wellness and mental health services among others.
The salary range for this position is a reasonable estimate and actual compensation is based on factors such as education, experience, location, and market considerations.
Equal Opportunity Employer: Burr & Forman is committed to recruiting, hiring, developing, and promoting lawyers and staff without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, national origin, sexual orientation, military or veteran status, disability, or any other protected characteristic. Please view Equal Employment Opportunity posters at burr.com/careers/working-at-burr.
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