Conflicts Attorney’s

Step into a pivotal legal role where precision, analytical strength, and sound judgment shape the foundation of a firm’s client relationships and risk management strategy. We’re seeking a sharp, detail-driven Conflicts Attorney to join a high-performing national team that supports offices across the country. If you enjoy complex problem-solving, researching nuanced legal scenarios, and providing clear guidance to senior leadership—this is an opportunity to make a measurable impact every day.

As a Conflicts Attorney, you will be a crucial part of the firm’s intake and risk management process. You’ll review conflict reports, analyze potential legal and business conflicts, work closely with partners and leadership on conflict resolution, and ensure the firm’s compliance with ethical and professional responsibility standards. This role sits at the intersection of legal research, compliance, firm operations, and partner-facing advisory work.

What You’ll Do:
• Review and interpret conflict check reports related to new business intake, client onboarding, and firm hiring
• Identify potential legal, ethical, and business conflicts, offering clear written and verbal analyses to partners and firm leaders
• Draft conflict waivers and manage the waiver request/approval process
• Implement and maintain ethical walls and screening procedures
• Assist with conflict checks on new hires, providing detailed analysis and working directly with the recruiting team and incoming attorneys
• Provide oversight and guidance to a team of specialists preparing conflict reports, including corporate family research and data verification
• Assist in drafting and editing engagement letters
• Respond to inquiries regarding intake policies, conflicts rules, and firm procedures
• Take on periodic special projects related to risk management and operational improvement
• Remain available for time-sensitive matters, including occasional evening or weekend support

What You Bring:
• Juris Doctor degree and active bar membership in good standing
• 1–6 years of conflicts, compliance, or related experience within a corporate law firm
• Experience with conflicts systems (Intapp preferred; Aderant a plus)
• Strong research skills and comfort working with databases and analytical tools
• Excellent communication skills—clear, concise, and partner-facing
• Ability to manage details meticulously while meeting strict deadlines
• Strong judgment, discretion, and the ability to mentor or guide junior staff when