This large international New York law firm founded in 1934 has established a full-service presence. Clients include large corporations and individuals as well as small and medium-sized businesses. The firm represents a wide range of industrial, financial and commercial enterprises, both publicly and privately held. Firm lawyers represent clients in every state as well as numerous foreign jurisdictions. The firm is organized by legal specialization: corporate, e-commerce, employee benefits, estate planning, government and regulatory affairs, health law, intellectual property, international, litigation and tax. This firm offers competitive salaries and many firm lawyers also practice interdepartmentally distinguishing them from many other large law firms.
Conflicts Attorney The candidate will conduct conflict analysis on new Firm business and lateral hires. Prepare, audit, and present conflict reports to attorneys to resolve issues in a timely manner. Consult with partners, General Counsel's office, and Professional Responsibility Committee to create and maintain effective screening restrictions and ensure appropriate ethical waivers are in place. Review engagement letters and outside counsel guidelines to ensure Firm-wide compliance. Perform legal research, including review of case law and jurisdictional issues related to conflict clearance, lateral hiring, ethical walls, and related issues. Should have a Juris Doctorate (JD) and 3 years of related work experience. Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, and Word). Knowledge of time entry and conflict of interest databases. Familiarity with legal research tools and databases. Strong written and verbal communication skills. Strong organizational and analytical skills. Ability to work under tight deadlines and prioritize responsibilities. Ability to handle and maintain confidential information. Ability to learn new concepts and skills.
