Weil, Gotshal & Manges LLP · 1 week ago
Conflicts Attorney
New York
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid Level
$175K/yr - $195K/yr
2+ years expWeil, Gotshal & Manges LLP is a leading law firm seeking a Conflicts Attorney to support their global offices. The role involves reviewing and clearing conflicts related to lateral hires and business intake, while collaborating with attorneys and firm leadership to manage conflict resolutions.
ConsultingLegalProfessional Services
Responsibilities
Review and analyze conflict reports related to lateral and new hire process; provide guidance to Firm partners as well as advising new and lateral hires on conflict issues, including screens, consents, waivers, and notice letters
Establish and maintain ethical walls and other legal screens
Provide guidance and oversight to non-lawyer analysts supporting the new and lateral hire process, including best practices for corporate family research, and preparation of conflict check reports
Review conflict reports associated with the global business intake process. Identify potential conflicts of interest issues, provide guided analysis to partners, collaborate with members of the firm to resolve conflict issues, and assist the Firm’s EU offices with conflicts clearance involving U.S. client matters
Respond to queries from attorneys and professional staff across the Firm, concerning lateral, new hire, and business intake policies and procedures, conflicts of interest, and other firm policies
Work on ad hoc projects as they arise
Be available for urgent matters, which may occasionally require evening and/or weekend availability
Any additional responsibilities as required by management
Qualification
Required
2+ years of experience in a highly regarded commercial law firm dealing with conflicts
Excellent communication and strong interpersonal skills, both verbal and written
Ability to work efficiently, give clear and commercial advice and understand the significance of matters in the wider context of the firm's business
Strong analytical and organizational skills, with a focus on attention to detail and the highest standards of accuracy and efficiency
Ability to manage a workload comprised of day-to-day queries as well as longer-term projects
Ability to effectively liaise with all levels of both legal and professional staff to assist with the resolution of issues
Should be resourceful, possess initiative and be able to work autonomously with a high personal motivation
Must be able to prioritize, multi-task, show confidence and the ability to remain calm under pressure
J.D. from an accredited law school and admission to practice in New York in good standing
Preferred
Emphasis on lateral hire conflicts a plus
Emphasis on lateral conflict rules a plus
Knowledge of iManage conflict checking system a plus
Benefits
Medical
Dental
Vision
Disability coverage
Life insurance
Flexible spending plan
401K plan
Generous paid time off
Holidays
Company
Weil, Gotshal & Manges LLP
Weil is premised upon a commitment to deliver sound judgment to its clients on their most difficult and important matters.
1001-5000 employees
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Michael Vitiello
Chief Operating Officer, Corporate Department
Christopher Machera
Partner
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