Conflicts Attorney
Core
Analyze and resolve conflicts of interest issues, conduct new client background research, and advise attorneys on ethical obligations.
Role type
Conflicts Attorney (Legal Professional)
Builds
Conflict waivers, ethical walls, and legal memoranda on professional responsibility.
Domain
Law / Legal Ethics / Risk Management
Deliverable
client delivery
Required skills
Legal research, legal writing, knowledge of Rules of Professional Conduct, conflict of interest analysis, independent judgment, time management
Preferred skills
Familiarity with large law firm processes, understanding of various practice areas
Technologies
Office productivity machines (computers, fax, copier, printer)
Responsibilities
Analyze conflicts of interest for new business, lateral attorneys, staff, and merger candidates; Draft conflict waivers and ethical walls; Advise attorneys on ethical obligations; Conduct background research on new clients; Perform legal research and prepare memoranda on professional responsibility and risk management.
Seniority
Individual Contributor (IC), Mid-to-Senior level
