Conflicts & Risk Management Attorney

Overview

This is a non-traditional legal position within the Business Intake Group focused on conflicts and risk management. The primary responsibility is the accurate and timely analysis and resolution of legal and ethical conflicts of interest. The role involves evaluating new business using internal databases and external research to determine if conflicts exist and facilitating their resolution. Strong knowledge of professional responsibility rules across multiple jurisdictions, as well as strong research and writing skills, are required. This position is part of a team environment with no billable hour requirement.

Responsibilities

• Analyze conflict reports, draft detailed analyses, and facilitate resolution or avoidance of conflicts of interest based on matter-specific requirements
• Draft conflict waivers, engagement letters, and related documents or memos
• Conduct electronic research on legal issues, corporate affiliations, SEC filings, public records, sanctions, and more
• Utilize internal and external databases to gather relevant information
• Construct Ethical Walls as needed
• Analyze conflicts of interest related to lateral hires
• Review and negotiate vendor contracts
• Assist the Director of Business Intake with matters related to business intake and conflicts of interest
• Support Conflict Specialists with conflict searches as required
• Assist in evaluating new technologies for the Business Intake Group
• Identify and advise on inconsistent data within databases
• Respond to inquiries regarding new business and lateral hire processes
• Provide conflict of interest guidance to internal clients
• Help maintain updated procedures for the Business Intake Group
• Develop emergency procedures for equipment failure and downtimes
• Provide off-hours and weekend coverage as needed

Job duties may be supplemented as necessary.

Requirements

Education:

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree
• Bar Admission required

Experience:

• Experience with conflict analysis preferred

Skills:

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Professional demeanor when interacting with clients, attorneys, paralegals, and staff
• Strong analytical skills to collect, compile, and analyze large data sets
• Ability to organize, prioritize workload, and make sound decisions to meet deadlines
• Ability to follow detailed instructions
• Effective time management and productive use of working hours
• Proficiency with PC and Windows applications
• Knowledge of Intapp Risk applications is a plus

Additional Information

Supervisory Responsibilities: None

Equipment Used: Personal computer and standard office equipment (telephone, calculator, copier, scanner, etc.)

Essential Job Functions:

• Ability to sit or stand for prolonged periods
• Extensive use of eyes, fingers, hands, and wrists for computer work
• Ability to use technology including computers and telecommunication devices
• Ability to read and interpret written documents and visual displays accurately
• Ability to hear and understand verbal communication for effective collaboration

Working Conditions:

• Remote work with occasional requests for extended hours
• Potential in-office work requests; proximity to office locations is important

Compensation & Benefits

Salary Range:

• Pittsburgh, Houston, Dallas, Denver: $120,000 - $145,000 (actual pay may vary based on location and experience)

Benefits Include:

• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Virtual Health Services
• Accident, Hospital Indemnity, and Critical Illness Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Coverage
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• Employee Assistance Program
• Paid Family Leave (for eligible staff)
• Transportation Benefit
• Back-up Child Care Services
• College Coach Program
• Pet Insurance
• Paid Sick Time (for exempt staff)
• Paid Time Off (for full-time, non-temporary employees)

Location

Positions available in Pittsburgh, Houston, Dallas, and Denver. Remote work is standard with occasional in-office requirements.