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Corporate Attorney in Chicago, IL

Katten Muchin Rosenman LLP. May 12,2017 Apr 06,2017 Location USA Chicago IL
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Law Firm

Attorney

Corporate

Litigation - Foreclosure (Lender-side)

Min 2 yrs required

Profile

Conflicts Attorney Responsibilities : The candidate will be responsible for clearing conflicts for all new clients, new matters, and additional party submissions. Duties include but not limited to: analyzing conflict reports, identifying potential conflict situations, oral and written communication with Firm attorneys, and coordination, proposal, and documentation of resolutions. Procure, review, and draft waiver letters and engagement letters from appropriate attorneys as deemed necessary in each jurisdiction. Confirm need and establish ethical walls to screen individuals from particular clients and matters as part of conflict clearing process. Liaise with General Counsel and other Firm attorneys to identify business conflicts issues and review and approve conflicts forms as necessary. Occasional assistance may be needed to cover urgent conflict issues that arise outside normal hours of the department.

Qualification and Experience

Requirements : The candidate should have a Juris Doctorate (J.D.). License to practice law in the United States required. Requires a minimum of two(2) years of professional work experience preferably in a legal environment with demonstrated research and complex problem-solving skills. Knowledge of and proficiency in relational databases such as MS SQL, LegalKEY, and CMS Open are highly desired. Proficiency with Microsoft programs including Outlook, Word, and Excel, and the ability to learn new software programs are required. 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 analyze legal conflict of interest situations, articulate potential issues, and suggest resolutions to attorneys is required. In addition, 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. Exhibit high degree of initiative in exercising independent judgment and making decisions in order to handle multiple functions in a fast-paced, detail-oriented work environment, and adapt to changes in workflow, processes, and procedures. Excellent troubleshooting, time management and follow-through skills. Must have and maintain internet access and ability to work remotely after hours as business needs dictate.

Additional info

Submit a resume; cover letter describing the reason of interest. Also include salary requirements.

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