Conflicts Attorney - Dallas

Basic Function

This position will be responsible for analyzing, resolving, and documenting conflicts of interest issues and conducting new client background research.

Essential Duties

• Analyze conflicts of interest issues relating to new firm business, lateral attorneys, new staff, and potential mergers.
• Draft conflicts waivers and ethical walls as needed to resolve potential conflicts of interest.
• Advise attorneys regarding ethical obligations relating to conflicts of interest and other issues covered by the Rules of Professional Conduct.
• Conduct background research on new clients.
• Perform legal research and prepare memoranda relating to professional responsibility and risk management.
• Perform after-hours, weekend, and holiday emergency checks as assigned.
• Perform related duties as assigned.

Reporting Relationship

Position reports directly to Chief Risk Management Officer – position has no subordinate staff.

Qualifications

Education

JD from accredited law school and current license to practice law in US jurisdiction required.

Knowledge/Experience

• Position requires a working understanding of large law firm processes and procedures as well as a general familiarity with various practice areas handled by the firm.  A working understanding of the Rules of Professional Conduct and ethics law and opinions relating to conflicts of interest is critical.
• 2+ years of conflicts experience preferred.

Skills

• Attention to detail, and ability to work with autonomy while making sound judgments.
• Effective time management and the ability to independently manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Effective communication skills within a professional office environment.
• Experience with legal writing and research.
• Collaborative service-oriented mindset and the ability to work as part of a larger team.

               Physical Demands

Proficiency with computers and other office machinery – position requires constant communication and exchange of information with firm attorneys, clients and staff.

Working Conditions

Office Environment; Working additional hours beyond normal schedule may be required to meet firm or client demands.