Conflict/File Specialist

Overview

A law firm is seeking a Conflicts/File Opening Clerk to work closely with attorneys and members of the Accounting Department. This position reports to the Accounting Manager and requires strong attention to detail, accuracy, organizational skills, and research capabilities. The role involves maintaining high standards of quality, consistency, thoroughness, and customer service.

Responsibilities

• Review, research, and prepare new client and matter conflict reports.
• Review, research, and prepare lateral conflict reports.
• Review and process new client and matter intake documents.
• Input client and matter information into the client/matter database.
• Review and process client/matter updates, including matter closures, reactivations, add party requests, and relationship partner updates.
• Perform other tasks as assigned.

Requirements

• Minimum 1 year of legal conflicts experience.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Experience with Aderant preferred.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to respond calmly and positively to time-critical and complex situations.
• Extremely detail-oriented, organized, and strong follow-through skills.
• Strong ethics and compliance aptitude with the ability to identify and resolve issues.
• Solutions-focused with proven initiative, pro-active approach, and independent thought.
• Ability to work well under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to maintain strict confidentiality.
• Ability to carefully follow instructions and adhere to established procedures.
• Full-time, non-exempt position.
• This position can be 100% remote or based at any of the firm's current locations.

Compensation & Benefits

• Compensation commensurate with experience and skill set.
• Comprehensive benefits package including health, life, short-term and long-term disability insurance.
• 401(k) plan with a generous vested match.
• Flexible work options.
• Paid time off.