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Akerman LLP · 1 week ago

Conflicts Counsel

positionTexas, United States
timeFull-time
remoteHybrid
seniorityMid Level
date3+ years exp

Akerman LLP is recognized as one of the country’s premier law firms, and they are seeking a Conflicts Counsel to assist the firm's General Counsel's Office with conflict of interest and risk management matters. The Conflicts Counsel will be responsible for reviewing, analyzing, and resolving conflicts related to new clients and matters, and will interface with the General Counsel and attorneys regarding approvals.

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Responsibilities

Daily review, analysis and resolution of conflicts and other issues related to firm acceptance of new clients and new matters
Analysis of conflict of interest reports for all new firm representations to identify potential conflict problems
Resolution of conflict of interest issues (including drafting necessary waivers and other documents) related to new clients and new matters
Review of client outside counsel guidelines and assisting with assessment of firm’s ability to comply
Handle additional assignments from the firm’s General Counsel’s office and firm administration, as needed

Qualification

Juris Doctor degreeBar membershipConflict of interest lawAnalytical skillsOrganizational skillsWritten communicationOral communicationProfessional responsibility knowledgeHandling confidential matters

Required

Juris Doctor degree from an ABA accredited law school
Bar membership
3+ years of practice experience as a lawyer in a mid to large-sized law firm
Basic knowledge of conflict-of-interest principles under professional responsibility rules
Excellent analytical skills
Excellent organizational skills
Excellent written communication skills
Excellent oral communication skills
Availability to handle urgent and confidential matters and situations, including nights and weekends, as needed

Preferred

Experience in the area of conflict of interest law and/or professional responsibility

Company

Akerman LLP

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Founded in 1920, Akerman is recognized as one of the country’s premier law firms, with more than 700 lawyers throughout the United States.
dateFounded in 1920
location
Miami, Florida, USA
people-size1001-5000 employees
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https://www.akerman.com/

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