Conflicts Attorney

Lewis Brisbois; Costa Mesa (CA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

401(k) with employer match

Professional growth opportunities

Job summary

Lewis Brisbois, based in Costa Mesa, CA, is looking for a Conflicts Attorney for its Office of General Counsel. The role involves reviewing conflicts check reports, identifying potential issues, and collaborating with attorneys to resolve conflicts. Candidates should have a Juris Doctor (JD) and experience preferred in conflicts checks within law firms. This position offers a competitive salary ranging from $110,000 to $140,000 annually, along with a comprehensive benefits package including health insurance and a 401(k) plan.

Qualifications

• Active membership in good standing with any state bar.
• 3+ years as a Conflicts Attorney in a large law firm preferred.
• 1+ year conducting lateral hire conflicts checks preferred.
• Experience in handling confidential and sensitive information.

Responsibilities

• Review and analyze conflicts check reports for new matters.
• Identify potential conflicts issues and resolve them.
• Collaborate with firm attorneys and staff.

Skills

Confidential information handling

Verbal and written communication

Organizational abilities

Analytical abilities

Attention to detail

Education

Juris Doctor (JD)

Tools

Aderant Expert

Job description

Overview

Lewis Brisbois, a full-service AmLaw 100 firm, is seeking a Conflicts Attorney to join the Conflicts Department within the Office of General Counsel. This role is responsible for reviewing and analyzing conflicts check reports for new firm matters, lateral attorney hires, and legal support staff hires. The Conflicts Attorney will identify potential conflicts issues and work closely with firm attorneys and staff to resolve and clear conflicts of interest. The conflicts resolution process is supported by Aderant Expert software. This position has no billable hour requirement.

We offer competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and a 401(k) with employer match. Lewis Brisbois also provides excellent opportunities for professional growth and advancement within a collaborative team environment.

Responsibilities

Position Requirements

• Juris Doctor (JD) and active membership, in good standing, with any state bar
• At least three (3) years of experience as a Conflicts Attorney in a large law firm environment is preferred but not required
• At least one (1) year of cumulative experience conducting lateral hire conflicts checks is preferred
• Ability to handle confidential and sensitive information with discretion
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, with excellent organizational and analytical abilities
• High attention to detail, self-motivated, collaborative, and able to work efficiently under pressure to meet deadlines
• Experience with Aderant Expert is preferred but not required

Minimum Salary

USD $110,000.00/Yr.

Maximum Salary

USD $140,000.00/Yr.