Goodwin · 2 months ago
Business Intake and Conflicts Attorney
United States
Full-time
Remote
Mid Level
$128K/yr - $171K/yr
3+ years expGoodwin Procter LLP is a leading law firm known for its innovative approach in various industries. The Business Intake and Conflicts Attorney will be responsible for reviewing and managing client engagement and waiver documentation, ensuring compliance with firm policies, and conducting conflicts clearance reviews. This role involves collaboration with attorneys and administrators to resolve potential conflicts and facilitate the onboarding of new business.
Intellectual PropertyLaw EnforcementLegalLife ScienceReal Estate
Responsibilities
Escalate any non-compliance issues to Department administrators and the Office of General Counsel, as necessary, to resolve issues
Review and advise partners and secretaries regarding any necessary revisions and follow up to ensure final and timely resolution. Assist in the drafting of engagement and waiver letters
Review and analyze conflicting engagement terms in multiple engagement documentation for particular clients and work with Department administrators, and partners, to resolve open issues
Monitor, research and troubleshoot outstanding WIP and communicate with firm personnel to ensure compliance with firm policies and procedures and facilitate timely matter opening and billing
Code engagement documentation and waivers in Intapp and document all approvals and methods of resolution of any issues
Oversee collection and maintenance of engagement and waiver documentation to comply with risk management requirements related to client/matter intake and comprehensive recordkeeping on all new engagements
Work with Department administrators to prepare annual engagement letter audit for Office of General Counsel
Assist Department Manager with the design, testing, and roll out of Department software enhancements and upgrades
Conduct legal research on conflict-of-interest to assist in determining conflict resolution strategy
Create and analyze complex conflict reports and exercise independent judgment to identify potential conflict of interest issues with legal hires, new business and marketing initiatives. Conduct research to gather information and/or clarification on potential issues. Take the initiative to analyze and resolve conflicts independently
Prepare communications to attorneys, clearly identifying all potential issues found in conflict report. Assist attorneys in resolving conflict issues. Work directly with attorneys, Department administrators, and the Ethics Advisory Committee, as necessary, to assist and facilitate conflict resolution
Provide guidance to Conflicts staff relative to conflict research and analysis and corporate family tree research with the goal of ensuring accuracy and consistency in preparation and analysis of conflict reports. Assist in development and implementation of training programs for Conflict Analysts and Specialists
Research appropriate jurisdictional conflict and/or ethical rules and/or opinions to assist in determining specific conflict resolution strategies
Request and maintain all necessary supporting documentation to clear actual or potential conflict issues
Prepare and implement ethical walls
Participate in providing coverage for conflict checking and analysis via on-call rotation on scheduled weekends
Maintain knowledge of trends, developments and new technologies impacting the Business Intake and Conflicts group
Qualification
Required
JD degree required
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills; strong customer service skills and ability to interact effectively with a broad range of people in a professional manner
Strong research skills; strong analytical and problem solving skills, strong attention to detail
Organize and prioritize multiple assignments in a fast-paced environment; work under pressure and complete job assignments in an accurate and timely manner; respond appropriately to shifting demands
Work independently, but able to escalate and communicate issues in a timely and effective manner
Preferred
Prior experience using automated conflicts and/or workflow system preferred
3 years experience with law firm conflicts and/or new business department preferred
Knowledge of InTapp conflict checking, ethical wall and business intake software a plus
Benefits
Flexible work arrangements and hybrid work schedule
Health, dental, and vision insurance
Life and disability insurance
Retirement & Savings Plan
Emergency back-up child and adult care
Paid vacation, sick time off, and holidays
Professional development and career advancement opportunities
Employee recognition and reward programs
Employee wellness and assistance programs
Employee discounts and perks
Company
Goodwin
Goodwin is a global law firm with more than 1,800 lawyers in its offices located in the United States, Europe and Asia.
5001-10000 employees
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