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Litigation Attorney in Seattle, WA

Davis Wright Tremaine LLP Aug 29,2016 Jul 16,2016 Location Seattle WA
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Law Firm

Attorney

Litigation

Litigation - Foreclosure (Lender-side)

Min 1 yrs required

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Conflicts Staff Attorney The candidate will report to Managing Staff Attorney Conflicts Department. responsible for performing a variety of tasks related to the screening of potential client engagements in accordance with the firm’s risk management procedures and policies. Undertake and analyze conflicts database searches with respect to new matters for prospective and existing clients, to highlight potential conflict issues for attorneys initiating new clients and new matters for existing clients. Assist intake attorneys in clearing potential conflicts that may exist based on analysis of the firm’s conflict system through contact with firm attorneys who are responsible for prior matters identified as presenting potential conflict issues. Assist in identification of conflicts of interest, and assist in drafting waivers with respect to those conflicts that a client or a former client may waive under the applicable Rules of Professional Conduct. Participate in training sessions for attorneys and staff regarding the firm’s conflict screening and new client/new matter intake processes. Update department training materials on conflict and new business intake issues. Run special searches as needed (i.e. prior relations of new attorneys, potential merger, etc.) to identify potential conflict issues. Participate in special projects involving new business intake best practices and risk management initiatives. Assist with other administrative tasks, and/or support as assigned.

Qualification and Experience

The candidate should have Juris Doctorate Degree; licensed to practice in one or more United States jurisdictions. Must have experience with Microsoft Office; experience with Elite Records Management System is preferred. Demonstrated knowledge of conflict of interest rules under the Rule of Professional Conduct required; prior experience with conflict analysis in a large law firm environment is ideal. Strong communication skills, verbal and written, required. Ability to build relationships with other attorneys to gain confidence in the conflicts analysis and approval process required. Attention to detail, analysis and organizational skills required. Strong interpersonal skills, team player able to work in a fast-paced environment required. Strong customer service skills, including understanding and responding quickly to a variety of inquiries, are required. Ability to work under pressure and meet project deadlines is required.

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