Role details
This is an exciting opportunity to work for one of the top law firms in the U.S. Davis Wright Tremaine LLP is looking for a Conflicts Staff Attorney to join our team in our New York or Washington D.C. offices. This position offers the flexibility to be fully remote while working within reasonable commuting distance from either of our offices. The Conflicts Staff Attorney is responsible for performing tasks related to the screening of potential client engagements in accordance with the firm’s risk management procedures and policies. On a typical day you will:
- Undertake and analyze conflicts database searches with respect to new matters for prospective and existing clients to highlight potential conflict issues
- Assist intake attorneys in clearing potential conflicts by contacting attorneys responsible for prior matters identified as potential conflict issues
- Identify conflicts of interest and assist in drafting waivers with respect to conflicts that a client or former client may waive under the applicable Rules of Professional Conduct
- Participate in training sessions regarding 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 (e.g., prior relations of new attorneys, potential merger)
- Participate in special projects involving new business intake best practices and risk management initiatives
- Assist with other administrative tasks and/or support as assigned Join us if you have: - 3+ years prior experience as an attorney conducting conflict analysis in a large law firm environment is highly desirable
- JD required
- 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)
- Ability to build relationships with attorneys to gain confidence in the conflicts analysis and approval process
- Attention to detail, analysis, and organizational skills
- Strong interpersonal skills; team player able to work in a fast-paced environment
- Customer service skills and ability to respond quickly to inquiries
- Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines
- Microsoft Office required; experience with Intapp Open (or related products) preferred Compensation and benefits include health and vision insurance choices, paid volunteer days (qualifying community service), dental plan, fertility and adoption benefit, paid sabbatical after 13 years, tuition reimbursement, commuter benefits, retirement contribution, and other listed benefits.