Perkins Coie
Job Title
Conflicts Attorney
at Perkins Coie Perkins Coie is looking for a dynamic, qualified individual to fill a Conflicts Attorney position performing conflicts analysis on new business and firm lateral hires, and advising firm lawyers on conflicts of interest issues. The Conflicts Attorney will independently review, research, and resolve conflicts issues related to firm new business and staff personnel and ensure compliance with ethical standards in all jurisdictions as well as firm policies. For purposes of complying with Export Control laws, candidates must be U.S. citizens or lawful permanent residents. Responsibilities
Analyze conflicts of interest on new business and firm lateral hires. Resolve issues that arise in such matters, including when drafting waivers/consents and advising on ethical issues relating to withdrawal and screening. Act as a legal advisor to firm lawyers on conflicts-of-interest issues. Perform legal research and prepare legal memoranda in response to requests from the General Counsel, firm lawyers, managers, and various firm committees. Assist management in handling sensitive and confidential issues related to practice management and firm ethics. Provide training on conflict issues. Analyze complex factual situations and spot potential problematic issues. Draft complex waivers/consents, engagement letters, and joint representation letters in final format. Negotiate between lawyers in resolving disputes over conflicts and waivers. Other related legal work as needed. Qualifications
Education and Experience
Qualified candidates must have a Juris Doctorate and a minimum of 3 years of legal practice experience. Active bar membership in good standing in any jurisdiction and strong working knowledge of relevant topics, legal issues, and the rules governing professional responsibility. Applicants must be licensed and in good standing to practice law in the state of the office they would be based out of. Ability to provide demonstrated success in a stressful environment. Specific Skills Required
Knowledge of the Rules of Professional Conduct and their application to the practice of law. Solid understanding of jurisdictional differences in the application of different rules and principles in making a choice-of-law analysis. Ability to cope with change; can decide and act without having the total picture. Thorough understanding of a wide range of areas of law, including business organizations and financing concepts as well as litigation principles and procedures (depositions, subpoenas, roles of co-defendants, and comparative fault). Strong legal research and writing skills, including the ability to compile and analyze complex data and furnish detailed information clearly and concisely. Strong eye for detail and critical thinking skills; ability to spot problems and propose creative solutions. Project management skills, including issue spotting, time management, prioritization, adaptability, and meeting multiple deadlines. Ability to work with minimal supervision and collaborate with others within the department and firm. Well-developed interpersonal skills; ability to interact and communicate effectively with people at all organizational levels of the firm, both orally and in writing. Proficiency with MS Office. Specific Skills Preferred
Understanding of litigation practice and working knowledge of law firm processes. Ability to detect procedural problems and determine appropriate relationships. Familiarity with Intapp products (Conflicts, Intake, Walls, Terms) and Elite 3E. Experience clearing firm lateral hires and working cross-departmentally with on-boarding efforts. Compensation and Location
Compensation ranges are listed by location and may vary based on experience, skills, market conditions, and internal equity. Colorado: $134,380 - $212,460; Illinois: $141,820 - $224,220; New York: $155,930 - $246,520; Washington: $141,750 - $224,110; Washington, D.C.: $153,090 - $242,040. Office location details may apply.
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Conflicts Attorney
at Perkins Coie Perkins Coie is looking for a dynamic, qualified individual to fill a Conflicts Attorney position performing conflicts analysis on new business and firm lateral hires, and advising firm lawyers on conflicts of interest issues. The Conflicts Attorney will independently review, research, and resolve conflicts issues related to firm new business and staff personnel and ensure compliance with ethical standards in all jurisdictions as well as firm policies. For purposes of complying with Export Control laws, candidates must be U.S. citizens or lawful permanent residents. Responsibilities
Analyze conflicts of interest on new business and firm lateral hires. Resolve issues that arise in such matters, including when drafting waivers/consents and advising on ethical issues relating to withdrawal and screening. Act as a legal advisor to firm lawyers on conflicts-of-interest issues. Perform legal research and prepare legal memoranda in response to requests from the General Counsel, firm lawyers, managers, and various firm committees. Assist management in handling sensitive and confidential issues related to practice management and firm ethics. Provide training on conflict issues. Analyze complex factual situations and spot potential problematic issues. Draft complex waivers/consents, engagement letters, and joint representation letters in final format. Negotiate between lawyers in resolving disputes over conflicts and waivers. Other related legal work as needed. Qualifications
Education and Experience
Qualified candidates must have a Juris Doctorate and a minimum of 3 years of legal practice experience. Active bar membership in good standing in any jurisdiction and strong working knowledge of relevant topics, legal issues, and the rules governing professional responsibility. Applicants must be licensed and in good standing to practice law in the state of the office they would be based out of. Ability to provide demonstrated success in a stressful environment. Specific Skills Required
Knowledge of the Rules of Professional Conduct and their application to the practice of law. Solid understanding of jurisdictional differences in the application of different rules and principles in making a choice-of-law analysis. Ability to cope with change; can decide and act without having the total picture. Thorough understanding of a wide range of areas of law, including business organizations and financing concepts as well as litigation principles and procedures (depositions, subpoenas, roles of co-defendants, and comparative fault). Strong legal research and writing skills, including the ability to compile and analyze complex data and furnish detailed information clearly and concisely. Strong eye for detail and critical thinking skills; ability to spot problems and propose creative solutions. Project management skills, including issue spotting, time management, prioritization, adaptability, and meeting multiple deadlines. Ability to work with minimal supervision and collaborate with others within the department and firm. Well-developed interpersonal skills; ability to interact and communicate effectively with people at all organizational levels of the firm, both orally and in writing. Proficiency with MS Office. Specific Skills Preferred
Understanding of litigation practice and working knowledge of law firm processes. Ability to detect procedural problems and determine appropriate relationships. Familiarity with Intapp products (Conflicts, Intake, Walls, Terms) and Elite 3E. Experience clearing firm lateral hires and working cross-departmentally with on-boarding efforts. Compensation and Location
Compensation ranges are listed by location and may vary based on experience, skills, market conditions, and internal equity. Colorado: $134,380 - $212,460; Illinois: $141,820 - $224,220; New York: $155,930 - $246,520; Washington: $141,750 - $224,110; Washington, D.C.: $153,090 - $242,040. Office location details may apply.
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