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Fisher Phillips · 3 days ago

Conflicts Attorney

United States

Full-time

Remote

Entry, Mid Level

$102K/yr - $150K/yr

2+ years exp

Fisher Phillips is a premier international labor and employment law firm seeking an experienced Conflicts Attorney to join their New Business Intake team. This role involves evaluating and resolving potential conflicts related to new business, lateral hires, and RFPs, while collaborating closely with the General Counsel’s Office and attorneys across the firm.

ConsultingLaw EnforcementLegal

Responsibilities

Analyze complex conflict reports and exercise independent judgment to identify potential conflict of interest issues with new business, legal hires, and requests for proposal

Conduct research to gather information and/or clarification on potential issues. Including researching the appropriate jurisdictional conflict and/or ethical rules and opinions to assist in determining specific conflict resolution strategies

Collaborate with attorneys, paralegals, and support staff to gather necessary information for conflict analysis

Take initiative to analyze and resolve conflicts independently

Prepare clear and concise communications to attorneys, identifying all potential issues found in the conflict report in order to provide recommendations to attorneys and facilitate conflict resolution

Request and maintain all necessary supporting documentation to clear actual or potential conflict issues

Draft consents and conflicts waivers, ensuring compliance with legal and ethical standards

Provide assistance in managing client guidelines related to conflicts of interest, confidentiality, and ethical obligations

Prepare and implement ethical walls

Assist in developing and implementing conflicts policies and procedures

Provide guidance to New Business Intake Analysts with the goal of ensuring accuracy and consistency in preparation and analysis of conflict reports

Assist in training of New Business Intake staff and Firm administrative staff

Maintain knowledge of trends and developments involving legal and ethical rules related to conflicts of interest, confidentiality, and professional responsibility

Coordinate with the conflicts team to update and maintain the conflicts database and ensure accurate conflict reporting

Respond promptly to conflicts-related inquiries from attorneys and staff

Maintain strict confidentiality and handle sensitive information with the utmost discretion

Qualification

Juris Doctor (J.D.)Conflicts analysisConflicts of interest rulesIntapp OpenIntapp WallsAnalytical skillsProfessionalismProblem-solving skillsAttention to detailOrganizational skillsWritten communicationVerbal communication

Required

Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited law school

Active membership in good standing with the bar association of the relevant jurisdiction

Minimum of 2 years of hands-on conflicts experience in a law firm environment (e.g., Conflicts Attorney, Conflicts Analyst, Risk Management Attorney, or Professional Responsibility role)

In-depth knowledge of conflicts of interest rules, legal ethics, and professional responsibility

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to assess complex legal scenarios

Excellent attention to detail and exceptional organizational skills

Outstanding written and verbal communication skills

Ability to handle multiple priorities and work under tight deadlines

Proficiency in using Intapp Open and Intapp Walls software and other relevant legal technology tools

Demonstrated ability to work independently as well as collaboratively in a team-oriented environment

High level of professionalism, integrity, and ethical conduct