Conflicts Analyst - Hybrid, Ethics & Compliance

ABA Search, Inc.; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

ABA Search, Inc. seeks a Conflicts Analyst to own the conflicts clearance process in a hybrid role across Boston, Chicago, New York, or Washington, DC. You’ll manage database searches, waivers, engagement letters, and ethical screens to ensure compliant new engagements and hires.

You will analyze high-volume requests, prepare reports, and communicate findings to partners and attorneys. The role offers overtime eligibility and a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of direct conflicts experience in law firm or legal environment.
• Proficiency in Intapp Open and Contract Express.
• Knowledge of ABA Model Rules of Professional Conduct and California Rules of Professional Conduct.
• Experience performing legal and corporate research.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office; ability to learn iManage.
• Availability to work overtime, including weekends.

Responsibilities

• Analyze and process conflicts requests for new business and new hires.
• Prepare searches, reports, and interpret results for partners and staff.
• Conduct corporate research to confirm related parties and conflicts.
• Draft clear descriptions of conflicts landscape under conduct rules.
• Work with partners by email/phone to investigate issues and provide updates.
• Request waivers and maintain resolution notes for each request.
• Draft conflict waivers, engagement letters, and ethical screens.
• Perform conflicts case law and ethics research and stay current on trends.
• Provide conflicts training to assistants and staff.

Skills

Conflicts management

Strong communication

Analytical thinking

Organizational skills

Legal research

Independent work

Education

Bachelor's degree or JD preferred

Tools

Intapp Open

Contract Express

iManage

Microsoft Office

Job description

ABA Search, Inc. seeks a Conflicts Analyst to own the conflicts clearance process in a hybrid role across Boston, Chicago, New York, or Washington, DC. You’ll manage database searches, waivers, engagement letters, and ethical screens to ensure compliant new engagements and hires.

You will analyze high-volume requests, prepare reports, and communicate findings to partners and attorneys. The role offers overtime eligibility and a comprehensive benefits package.