Conflicts Analyst

Cooley LLP; New York (NY); On-site; USD 72,000 - 98,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Conflicts Analyst to join their Business Intake and Conflicts team. This role is crucial for ensuring that all firm engagements are ethically sound and conflict-free. You will analyze conflict requests, conduct corporate research, and communicate with attorneys to resolve issues. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in legal research and excellent communication skills. With a commitment to fair employment practices, this innovative firm offers competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package, making it an attractive opportunity for professionals looking to make an impact in the legal field.

Benefits

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Flexible Spending Accounts

Life Insurance

PTO

Parental Leave

Fertility Benefits

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in legal conflicts or law firm settings.
• Proficiency in legal and corporate research methodologies.
• Knowledge of ABA and California State Bar Rules.

Responsibilities

• Analyze conflict requests to ensure ethical compliance.
• Conduct corporate research to verify identities and conflicts.
• Draft conflict waivers and engagement letters as needed.

Skills

Microsoft Office

iManage

IntApp Open

Contract Express

Legal Research

Analytical Skills

Communication Skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree

JD (Juris Doctor)

Paralegal Certification

Tools

iManage

IntApp Open

Contract Express

Job description

Conflicts Analyst

Cooley is seeking a Conflicts Analyst to join the Business Intake and Conflicts team.

Position summary: The Conflicts Analyst is responsible for the identification, analysis, and resolution of conflicts requests, using independent judgment and demonstrating a thorough understanding of business needs when clearing incoming work and candidates. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

Position responsibilities:

• Analyze and process conflict requests to ensure firm engagements and hires are clear from a business and ethical perspective.
• Prepare database search terms and create conflicts reports for related parties, including high-volume and bulk searches.
• Conduct corporate research to verify the identity of related parties and address potential conflicts or high-profile issues.
• Identify existing and potential conflicts by reviewing conflicts reports and supporting documents.
• Interpret database results and conflicts reports for firm partners, counsel, attorneys, and staff.
• Draft concise descriptions of potential conflicts based on professional conduct rules.
• Communicate regularly with partners via email and phone to investigate issues and propose solutions.
• Update attorneys and staff on conflicts clearance statuses.
• Maintain records of conflicts resolutions and responses.
• Request waivers where necessary and confirm conflict resolutions.
• Draft conflict waivers and engagement letters as needed.
• Advise attorneys on complex conflict requests.
• Implement ethical screens as required.
• Stay informed on legal trends and conduct legal ethics and case law research.
• Provide conflicts training to staff as needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills and experience:

Required:

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, iManage, and firm applications after orientation.
• Availability for overtime, including weekends if necessary.
• Experience with IntApp Open, Contract Express or similar programs.
• At least 2 years of relevant experience, such as in a law firm or legal conflicts department.
• Knowledge of ABA and California State Bar Rules of Professional Conduct.
• Understanding of corporate law practice.
• Experience in legal and corporate research.

Preferred:

• Bachelor's Degree; JD preferred. Strong conflicts resolution experience preferred.
• Paralegal certification or ethics course completion in a paralegal program.
• Prior paralegal or legal research experience in a law firm.

Competencies:

• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Strong judgment, analytical, and critical thinking skills.
• Organizational skills with attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks.
• Comfortable in a fast-paced environment.
• Professional communication with attorneys, directors, and managers.
• Ability to handle time-sensitive and ethical legal matters.
• Excellent customer service skills.

Cooley offers competitive compensation, excellent benefits, and is committed to fair employment practices. EOE.

The hourly pay range is $35.00 - $47.00 for a 40-hour workweek, equating to approximately $72,800 - $97,760 annually. Final offer depends on location, experience, and skills.

Benefits include medical, dental, vision, flexible spending accounts, pre-tax commuter benefits, life insurance, AD&D, LTD, PTO, holidays, parental leave, fertility benefits, and more. Employees attend a detailed benefits orientation upon hire.