Conflicts Attorney

We are seeking a Conflicts Attorney to join our Legal Risk Management department, supporting the clearance of conflicts of interest for client matters across our global offices. This role is based in Chicago and involves direct collaboration with lawyers worldwide to analyze and resolve potential ethical and business conflicts.

• Review, identify, and resolve potential ethical and business conflicts of interest with respect to clients, matters, new business, and incoming lawyers.
• Conduct thorough reviews of conflicts of interest reports and resolve issues in a timely manner.
• Work closely with members of the Conflicts and New Business Intake Departments.
• Coordinate search requests and communicate with attorneys across the firm.
• Assist firm lawyers with engagement letters and waivers.
• Stay current on ethics and conflicts best practices and rules across jurisdictions in which the firm has offices.
• Undertake special projects as needed.

Skills and Attributes:

• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to work with new software systems.
• Strong interpersonal skills.
• Good attention to detail; analytical rigor and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to digest large volumes of information.
• Work independently, efficiently, and handle multiple assignments.

A U.S. law degree and a law license in good standing are required. Prior experience in conflicts or legal risk management is preferred. Candidates should possess strong analytical, communication, and organizational skills.