Polsinelli · 23 hours ago
Conflicts Counsel
Los Angeles, CA
Full-time
Hybrid
Entry, Mid Level
$140K/yr - $175K/yr
2+ years expPolsinelli is a law firm that emphasizes creativity and professional passion in the workplace. They are seeking a Conflicts Counsel to support the firm by reviewing legal conflicts for new business and managing outside counsel guidelines, ensuring compliance with ethical standards and firm policies.
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Responsibilities
Review legal conflicts for new business
Be the primary point of contact for outside counsel guidelines (OCGs) received from clients and work with partners and administrative stakeholders to prepare responses to clients that align with firm engagement policies
Maintain up-to-date knowledge of the American Bar Association (ABA) Model Rules of Professional Conduct as adopted in each state in which Polsinelli maintains offices, and jurisdictional differences in all states and practice areas in which Polsinelli conducts business
Monitor ABA and jurisdictional rules for changes; suggest modifications in firm policy to the Director of Conflicts Counsel for approval
Review language in waiver and engagement letters to ensure that they adequately address conflicts and various engagement issues, including scope of work and fee arrangements
Discuss conflict of interest and other risk issues with Attorneys, New Business Intake (NBI) staff and the Director of Conflicts Counsel to identify and resolve potential conflicts of interest, while maintaining objectivity and professional independence
Provide clear documentation regarding resolutions of conflicts to the Attorneys and NBI Coordinators; provide clear waiver language as may be necessary and obtain waivers before files are opened
Provide clear documentation regarding resolution of OCGs and work with Attorneys to appropriate address deviations from normal firm engagement policies
Confirm need for ethical walls to screen individuals from particular clients and matters
Participate in professional organizations that promote the ongoing education and development of professional ethics in the legal industry
Assist with special projects as requested by NBI, Director of Conflicts Counsel, the General Counsel or Chief Legal Officer
Other duties as assigned by the Director of Conflicts Counsel, General Counsel, Chief Legal Officer or other members of Polsinelli leadership
Qualification
Required
Detail oriented
Strong computer skills
Strong oral and written communication skills
Critical thinking skills
Ability to perform well under pressure
Active bar membership in good standing
At least two years' experience in conflicts clearance and the review of outside counsel guidelines in a large law firm
Preferred
Prior experience with InTapp Open and Terms
Proficiency in Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Adobe and Database Management
Benefits
Paid time off
Sick time off
A referral program
Medical insurance and benefits
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Life insurance
AD&D insurance
ID Theft insurance
Long-term disability benefits
Short-term disability benefits
Parking/Transit reimbursement (varies depending on location)
401(k) benefits
Employee assistance benefits
Company
Polsinelli
Polsinelli is an Am Law 100 firm with more than 1,000 attorneys in 22 offices.
1001-5000 employees
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