Overview
This role involves managing the new business intake process with a focus on conflicts of interest and ethical compliance within a large law firm environment. The attorney will conduct conflicts analyses, advise on ethical obligations, and support the firm’s business intake procedures to ensure adherence to professional responsibility rules.
Responsibilities
- Facilitate the new business intake process, ensuring thorough evaluation of potential clients and matters.
- Conduct detailed conflicts of interest analyses using internal and external databases.
- Draft and implement conflicts waivers and ethical walls as needed to resolve potential conflicts.
- Advise attorneys and staff on ethical obligations and compliance with Rules of Professional Conduct.
- Provide guidance and training on conflicts and business intake policies and procedures.
- Participate in after-hours, weekend, and holiday on-call rotation for emergency conflicts checks and inquiries.
- Maintain effective interpersonal, written, and verbal communication to support collaborative work relationships.
- Manage firm resources responsibly and comply with operational policies and procedures.
- Perform other related duties as assigned.
Requirements
- Juris Doctor degree from an accredited law school and admission to the Bar.
- Minimum of 3 years of relevant experience in conflicts management, ethical compliance, or related fields within a large law firm.
- Demonstrated knowledge of professional responsibility rules and strong ethical judgment.
- Excellent analytical, research, and communication skills with attention to detail.
- Ability to manage complex information and make informed decisions promptly.
- Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
- Proficiency with PC and Windows applications; ability to learn new software and operating systems.
- Ability to handle multiple projects, shifting priorities, and sensitive matters with confidentiality.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.
- Flexibility to adjust work hours as needed and willingness to travel if applicable.
Preferred Skills
- Experience with firm-specific software such as Outlook, Excel, and PowerPoint.
- Effective organizational, troubleshooting, and planning skills.
- Ability to exercise discretion and sound independent judgment.
Compensation and Benefits
- Salary range: $170,000 to $225,000 annually, based on skills and experience.
- Eligibility for a discretionary year-end bonus.
- Benefits include medical, dental, disability, and life insurance; 401(k) plan; bar registration fees; continuing legal education opportunities; four weeks of paid vacation; and parental leave.
Location and Work Model
- Position based in Los Angeles or Palo Alto.
- Hybrid work model: Monday through Thursday in the office, with consideration for remote work from states where the firm has offices, provided the candidate works Pacific Coast Time.
- Opportunities for remote work during specified periods throughout the year.