Legal Staff Other in Des Moines, IA

Law Firm

Des Moines, IA

Legal Staff Other in Des Moines, IA

Legal Staff

Min 3 yrs required

No

Job Title:
Conflicts Analyst

Job Responsibilities:
- Ensure accurate entry of parties into the conflicts database, including corporate family structures.
- Conduct corporate research using multiple tools to assess conflicts for new business intake and other matters.
- Prepare and deliver thorough written and verbal conflict analyses.
- Analyze new business intake reports, lateral hire conflicts, RFPs, and other materials with a critical lens.
- Assist in managing attorney and staff requests, providing prompt and clear guidance.
- Support lateral candidate conflict reviews and engagement letter/conflict waiver processes.
- Conduct conflict searches and reviews independently, escalating only complex issues as needed.
- Maintain professional and efficient communication at all times.

Education and Experience Information:
- A minimum of 3 years of experience in a large law firm setting.
- Knowledge of conflicts rules under the Rules of Professional Conduct.
- Associate’s degree or equivalent experience; bachelor’s degree or paralegal certificate strongly preferred.
- Familiarity with conflicts software such as InTapp-Open, Elite, and legal research tools like Dun & Bradstreet Family Tree Portal.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Outlook, Word, and Excel.
- Strong analytical, written, and verbal communication skills.
- Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Ability to manage confidential information and interact effectively with legal professionals at all levels.
- Understanding of conflict resolution methods such as waivers and ethical screens.

Salary Information:
The compensation offered will be dependent on the candidate’s experience, skills, education, professional background, overall qualifications, and geographic market location.

Benefits:
- Comprehensive benefits options include medical, dental, vision, basic and supplemental life insurance, short-and long-term disability.
- Employee resource benefits inclusive of counseling, coaching, and care-giving guidance.
- Paid-parental leave and parenting classes.
- Pre-tax parking and transportation options.
- Retirement plan includes financial planning, Social Security/Medicare planning, 401k/Roth investment options, and a firm-paid profit-sharing contribution.
- Benefits are subject to eligibility requirements and other terms and conditions.

Legal Terminology:
The candidate must have a strong understanding of conflict rules and legal risk analysis, as well as familiarity with the Rules of Professional Conduct. The role involves managing confidential information and interacting effectively with legal professionals at all levels. An understanding of conflict resolution methods such as waivers and ethical screens is also required.