Conflicts Attorney

Job Overview

A law firm seeks a Conflicts Attorney to join their team in Santa Ana, CA. This role involves working closely with attorneys and business professionals to identify, analyze, and resolve conflicts of interest related to new business intake, client engagements, and lateral hiring initiatives.

Duties

• Review and analyze electronic information regarding new engagements and hires to identify potential conflicts.
• Conduct electronic research to resolve conflict and ethics-related issues.
• Prepare and review engagement letters, outside counsel guidelines, and ethical screens.
• Communicate with firm attorneys and business professionals to resolve conflicts.
• Assist in developing training programs for staff on conflict of interest issues.
• Close client or matter accounts according to firm policy.

Requirements

• JD degree and at least three years of legal experience in a law firm.
• Active bar license in good standing strongly preferred.
• Experience with electronic research and familiarity with Intapp conflicts software preferred.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications and conflicts-related programs.
• Knowledge of the Rules of Professional Conduct and legal ethics.
• Strong analytical, research, and writing skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong project management and organizational skills.

Education

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree

Certifications

• Active bar license preferred

Skills

• Analytical and critical thinking
• Legal research and writing
• Communication and interpersonal skills
• Project management and organizational skills

Benefits

• Paid parental leave
• Health insurance
• 401(k) matching
• Paid time off
• Vision and dental insurance
• Life insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Disability insurance
• Profit sharing