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Katten Muchin Rosenman LLP · 21 hours ago

Conflicts Analyst

Katten Muchin Rosenman LLP is a full-service law firm providing sophisticated legal services across various domains. The Conflicts Analyst is responsible for maintaining Conflicts databases, producing reports, and ensuring accuracy in conflict searches while supporting the Conflicts Department's operations.

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Responsibilities

Define complex conflict search strategies using Boolean logic. Analyze result set by filtering hits to ensure that anticipated results reflect potential conflicts and that false hits are eliminated from the results
Perform data entry to maintain Conflicts database. Duties include, but are not limited to, initial setup and on-going maintenance of all party information in the database with correct position/relationship codes
Review new matters and revision requests to ensure party positions and relationships, area of law codes, and matter descriptions appear accurate and that appropriate approvals have been obtained
Perform corporate research using electronic databases to determine lineage and other corporate information
Establish and maintain ethical walls to screen individuals from particular clients and matters as part of the conflict clearing process
Participate in the development and mentoring of Conflict Department peers, including training on conflict database software, Firm policies and procedures
Efficiently prepare and distribute Departmental reports with an acute attention to detail
Consistently maintain pre-established quantity and quality measures of performance
Act as back-up to compliance coordinators in the assistance and preparation of Audit Letters
Develop proficiency in completing bankruptcy disclosures and assist with live requests on an as-needed basis
Ensure exceptional client service levels are achieved in delivery of services to Legal Executive Assistants, Legal Administrative Assistants, Paralegals and Attorneys
Responsible for reviewing and processing new matter and revision requests and prioritizing workflow as necessary
Communicate issues with clarity utilizing strong problem-solving skills and escalate when necessary
Work on a weekly rotating task force to handle Conflicts requests and complete department projects both individually and with other members of the Conflicts Department
Learn and apply procedure changes quickly and effectively, working well under pressure
Participate in cross training as needed with the goal of improving processes and procedures as well as enhancing operational efficiency within the department
Show growth in understanding of Conflicts policies and how they impact the Firm
Must have and maintain internet access and ability to work remotely after hours as business needs dictate
Assist with initiatives aimed at improving the quality and quantity of information provided to Attorneys taking on new clients and matters
Assist with special projects as requested by the Conflicts Manager and flexibility to work on a variety of rotating Conflicts tasks as assigned
Ability to travel occasionally to the Chicago office for training

Qualification

Conflict search strategiesRelational databasesData entry accuracyMicrosoft Office proficiencyLegal researchProblem-solving skillsInterpersonal skillsOrganizational skillsCommunication skillsTeam player

Required

Bachelor's degree required
A minimum of one to three years of professional work experience in a legal environment with demonstrated research and complex problem-solving skills are preferred
Proficiency with Microsoft programs including Outlook, Word, and Excel, and the ability to learn new software programs are required
Knowledge of and proficiency in relational databases are highly desired
Data entry skills with 85% accuracy and keyboarding skills of 30 wpm are strongly preferred
Ability to learn and utilize specialized internal conflict checking software and multiple software applications and workflow processes of various departments
Issue tracking, follow-up, and resolution skills are essential
Ability to articulate an understanding of legal relationships and the nature of representations undertaken is essential to meet the minimum performance standards of this position
Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills
Ability to communicate with courtesy and diplomacy and respond effectively to the most sensitive conflict inquiries or complaints; provide information; and maintain effective relationships with management, a diverse group of attorneys, clients, staff, and outside contacts
Ability to apply both logical and common sense understanding to carry out a variety of instructions furnished in written, verbal, and diagram forms
Ability to handle and resolve problems involving concrete variables in standardized situations
Exhibit high degree of initiative and analytical skills requiring an aptitude for detail and accuracy in order to conduct detailed analysis of source documentation utilizing excellent judgment and decision-making skills
Excellent organizational skills with proven ability to provide an accurate and efficient work product in a high-volume environment are necessary
Dependable team player who works collaboratively and cooperatively with others in a team-oriented environment
Ability to act independently and make decisions within scope of the position's responsibilities
Excellent follow-through skills with the ability to handle multiple functions in a fast-paced, detail-oriented work environment
Ability to adapt to changes in workflow, processes, and procedures
Possess excellent knowledge of reading, writing, grammar, spelling, punctuation, proofreading, and formatting in order to interpret source data, perform data entry, proofread material for grammatical, typographical, and spelling errors, and perform file maintenance
Ability to perform detailed mathematical calculations and apply mathematical concepts when computing, reconciling balances, verifying numerical data, and preparing various conflicts reports
Ability to operate standard office equipment including computer, telephone, photocopier, scanner, calculator, facsimile, etc
Ability to occasionally retrieve and distribute files, written documentation, or office supplies weighing up to 20 pounds
Work occasionally requires more than 37.5 hours per week to perform the essential duties of the position

Benefits

Medical/dental/vision
401k with employer contribution
Parental leave
Transportation fringe benefit program
Back-up care option
Generous paid time off policy
Long-term and short-term disability policies

Company

Katten Muchin Rosenman LLP

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Katten is a full-service law firm with nearly 650 attorneys in locations across the United States and in London and Shanghai.

Funding

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Late Stage

Leadership Team

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Julia Mosse
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Maximilien Maisonrouge
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