Conflicts Attorney

Jobtailor

Arizona

On-site

USD 120,000 - 180,000

Full time

7 days ago

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Job summary

Jobtailor seeks an attorney to manage conflicts of interest for new business and lateral hires. The role includes drafting waivers, advising on withdrawal and screening, and supporting firm lawyers on COI issues.

The candidate should have a Juris Doctorate, a minimum of three years of practice, and strong knowledge of the Rules of Professional Conduct, with the ability to work independently and collaborate across international offices. Proficiency in MS Office is expected.

Qualifications

Juris Doctorate required.
Minimum of three (3) years of legal practice experience.
Active member in good standing in any jurisdiction.
Knowledge of the Rules of Professional Conduct.
Ability to work with minimal supervision.
Strong legal research and writing skills.
Ability to collaborate with personnel in international offices.
Proficiency with MS Office.

Responsibilities

Analyze conflicts of interest on new business and lateral hires
Resolve conflicts issues, including drafting waivers and advising on withdrawal and screening
Advise firm lawyers on conflicts-of-interest issues
Perform legal research and prepare legal memoranda for General Counsel, firm lawyers, managers, claims counsel, and firm committees
Analyze complex factual situations and identify potential problems
Draft waivers, engagement letters, and joint representation letters in final format
Negotiate disputes over conflicts and waivers between lawyers
Be present during regularly scheduled working hours and as needed, consistent with Firm attendance expectations

Skills

Legal Research

Conflict Resolution

Attention to Detail

Project Management

Collaboration

Communication Skills

Independent Work

Legal Writing

Education

Juris Doctorate

Tools

MS Office

Job description

• Analyze conflicts of interest on new business and lateral hires
• Resolve conflicts issues, including drafting waivers and advising on withdrawal and screening
• Advise firm lawyers on conflicts-of-interest issues
• Perform legal research and prepare legal memoranda for General Counsel, firm lawyers, managers, claims counsel, and firm committees
• Analyze complex factual situations and identify potential problems
• Draft waivers, engagement letters, and joint representation letters in final format
• Negotiate disputes over conflicts and waivers between lawyers
• Perform other related legal work as needed
• Be present during regularly scheduled working hours and as needed, consistent with Firm attendance expectations

Requirements

Candidates must be U.S. citizens or lawful permanent residents
Knowledge of the Rules of Professional Conduct and their application to the practice of law
Solid understanding of jurisdictional differences and choice-of-law analysis
Thorough understanding of a wide range of areas of law, including business organizations, financing concepts, and litigation principles and procedures
Strong legal research and writing skills
Strong attention to detail and critical thinking skills
Project management skills
Ability to work with minimal supervision
Ability to collaborate with personnel in international offices
Professional interpersonal and communication skills
Proficiency with MS Office
Understanding of litigation practice and law firm processes
Juris Doctorate required
Minimum of three (3) years of legal practice experience
Active member in good standing in any jurisdiction
Strong working knowledge of relevant legal topics, issues, and professional responsibility rules
Demonstrated success in a stressful environment

Core Competencies

Demonstrates expertise in legal research, conflict resolution, and drafting legal documents, with a strong understanding of the Rules of Professional Conduct and litigation practices. Proven ability to manage projects and collaborate effectively in a legal environment.

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