Conflicts Attorney (Remote)

Overview

An opportunity is available for a Conflicts Attorney with experience in conflicts, intake, ethics, or professional responsibility. This role involves substantive, advisory-focused work within a national law firm environment, emphasizing evaluation of complex legal relationships, identification of ethical and business risks, and development of practical compliance solutions.

Licensure Requirement: Candidates must be actively licensed in Illinois or licensed in a jurisdiction with Illinois reciprocity and eligible for admission in Illinois.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate and resolve conflicts issues related to new business intake, matter openings, client updates, and lateral attorney onboarding
• Conduct in-depth research into corporate structures, affiliates, and client relationships using internal and external databases
• Develop conflict-resolution strategies, including ethical screens, disclosures, waivers, and consent agreements
• Draft and maintain conflict waivers, disclosures, engagement language, and supporting documentation
• Review Outside Counsel Guidelines and engagement terms for conflicts-related provisions, restrictions, and required safeguards
• Collaborate with firm leadership and stakeholders to clear conflicts and facilitate attorney onboarding
• Advise attorneys and staff regarding ethical obligations, client relationships, and intake procedures
• Educate legal professionals on conflicts policies, procedures, and professional responsibility considerations

Requirements

• Active licensure in Illinois or eligibility for admission through reciprocity
• Minimum of three years of conflicts or professional responsibility experience within a mid-to-large law firm setting
• Strong analytical skills and experience navigating complex business relationships and ethical issues
• Experience providing attorney-facing advisory services

Compensation & Benefits

• Salary range: $145,000 to $180,000, depending on experience
• Benefits include medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance
• Flexible spending and healthcare savings accounts
• 401(k) plan with firm profit sharing
• Paid time off and firm-paid holidays
• Wellness and personal advocacy programs
• Family planning resources and leave programs
• Tuition reimbursement and additional employee support offerings

Location

• Exceptional candidates may be considered for fully remote work, offering flexibility while engaging in sophisticated attorney-facing responsibilities.