Conflicts Attorney (Hybrid or Remote) (#997) - Minneapolis, MN; Denver, CO; Salt Lake City, UT; Seattle, WA; Phoenix, AZ

Overview

A law firm is seeking a Conflicts Attorney to join their team responsible for researching, reviewing, and resolving conflict of interest issues related to new business and lateral attorney hires. This role involves collaboration with the Conflicts team, Ethics Counsel, Claims Counsel, Lawyer Recruiting, and attorneys firm-wide to assist with matter openings, new hires, and ongoing maintenance. The position can be fully remote but is based out of one of the following offices: Minneapolis, Denver, Seattle, Phoenix, or Salt Lake City.

Responsibilities

• Research, review, and analyze conflicts reports to accurately identify potential legal conflicts and business issues.
• Assist attorneys in addressing or resolving conflicts.
• Identify potential conflicts of interest to ensure compliance with conflict and risk management policies and applicable professional conduct rules.
• Consult and advise firm attorneys regarding conflicts clearance status and ensure timely matter opening.
• Use specialized software and databases to review and clear potential conflicts.
• Document conflict resolution steps and maintain up-to-date outside counsel documentation.
• Enter relevant information into the conflicts system.
• Assist with drafting conflicts waivers and establishing ethics walls as needed.
• Review engagement letters and assist with revisions to address conflicts and ethics requirements.
• Respond to attorney inquiries regarding conflicts of interest, waivers, and new business intake policies.
• Review client outside counsel guidelines and assess compliance capability.
• Stay current with laws and rules related to conflicts of interest.
• Assist in preparing and delivering training and orientation on conflicts, professional responsibility, and matter opening topics.
• Perform special projects and other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an ABA-accredited law school.
• Active bar membership in one or more states.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience clearing conflicts, drafting waiver letters, reviewing and implementing outside counsel guidelines, and establishing ethical walls at a large law firm.
• At least 2 years of experience with Intapp Conflicts software.
• At least 2 years of experience reviewing, clearing, and opening matters for lateral-hire attorneys at a large law firm.
• Highly developed interpersonal skills with the ability to work effectively across various levels and locations.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Exceptional tact, diligence, and analytical rigor.
• Advanced interpretation and problem-solving abilities.
• Knowledge of rules of professional responsibility.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to manage time effectively and prioritize multiple projects with competing deadlines.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working in a large law firm environment.
• Familiarity with conflict clearance processes and ethical compliance.

Compensation & Benefits

• Annual salary range for Minneapolis, Denver, or Seattle locations: $100,000 to $160,000.
• Actual compensation depends on experience, qualifications, skills, and location.
• Competitive pay and excellent benefits including:
  • Comprehensive medical insurance covering infertility, gender-affirming care, behavioral health, and virtual providers.
  • Dental and vision insurance.
  • 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer contribution.
  • Basic and optional life insurance.
  • Short and long-term disability coverage.
  • Paid time off and paid holidays.
  • Up to 8 weeks of paid parental leave plus additional paid short-term disability for birth parents.
  • Paid volunteer day.
  • Discretionary bonuses (if eligible).
  • Adoption assistance.
  • Pre-tax reimbursement accounts for healthcare, dependent care, and transportation.
  • Backup child and elder care program.
  • Education and college advising programs.
  • Virtual tutoring.
  • Wellbeing programs and activities.
  • Mass transit program (in certain offices).
  • Travel assistance program.
  • 24/7 employee assistance program with confidential counseling visits.

Location

• Minneapolis, MN
• Denver, CO
• Salt Lake City, UT
• Seattle, WA
• Phoenix, AZ

Additional Information

• The employer is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for disabilities, religious practices, menopause, pregnancy, or lactation.
• The application deadline is estimated to be January 9, 2026.
• The employer is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer and considers all qualified applicants without regard to legally protected status.
• Participation in E-Verify is maintained.
• Search firm submissions are not being accepted for this opening.