Conflicts Attorney

Lewis Brisbois Bisgaard & Smith LLP; Lancaster (CA); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Lewis Brisbois Bisgaard & Smith LLP seeks a Conflicts Attorney to join the Conflicts Department within the Office of General Counsel. The role reviews conflicts check reports for new matters, lateral hires, and staff hires, and identifies and resolves conflicts of interest.

The ideal candidate will hold a JD with active bar admission and have at least three years of experience in a large firm, with familiarity with Aderant Expert. Hybrid work with remote options is available.

Qualifications

• JD and active bar admission in good standing
• At least three (3) years of Conflicts Attorney experience in a large law firm
• Experience with lateral hire conflicts checks preferred, not required

Responsibilities

• Review and analyze conflicts check reports for new matters, lateral hires, and staff hires.
• Identify potential conflicts issues and communicate resolutions with firm attorneys and staff.
• Resolve conflicts of interest and clear conflicts using the established processes.
• Operate with discretion when handling confidential information and sensitive data.

Skills

Communication skills

Analytical abilities

Discretion

Attention to detail

Collaborative

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. This position is hybrid; fully remote opportunities are available.

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
• 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 $120,000.00/Yr.

Maximum Salary

USD $140,000.00/Yr.