Conflicts Attorney

McDermott Will & Schulte LLP; New York (NY); On-site; USD 152,000 - 194,000; Full time

Job summary

McDermott Will & Schulte LLP in New York seeks a Conflicts Attorney to identify, analyze, and resolve potential conflicts of interest for new matters and lateral hires across all offices. The role ensures compliance with conflicts and risk management policies and involves minimal supervision.

The position requires a JD, New York license, and at least two years of related experience. Strong research, writing, and organizational skills are essential in this demanding risk-management role.

Qualifications

• JD required and NY license to practice law.
• At least two years of related experience.
• Knowledge of conflict databases and time-entry systems.
• Proven ability to review engagement letters and outside counsel guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Conduct conflict analysis on new business and lateral hires.
• Prepare, audit, and present conflict reports to attorneys.
• Coordinate with partners and compliance committees for ethical waivers and screening.

Skills

Conflict analysis

Legal research tools

Attention to deadlines

Strong communication

Education

Juris Doctorate (JD)

Licensed in New York

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Build your big career with the firm that does Big Law, Better. McDermott Will & Schulte is a leading global law firm that brings together more than 1,700+ lawyers and 1,400 business professionals. We celebrate excellence, collaboration, and community and have been recognized as a top workplace by USA Today, Fortune, The American Lawyer, Vault and others. We are also certified by Great Place to Work. At McDermott, we don’t just invest in your future, we accelerate your career – wherever it may lead. That includes supporting you both in and outside of the office.

With us, you’ll find: A firm where everyone belongs: Our award-winning culture prioritizes warmth and authenticity — we encourage you to be yourself! Enthusiasm for all perspectives: We’re smarter and stronger when everyone has a voice and a seat at the table. We welcome unique viewpoints and ideas, and we make opportunities for you and your career to thrive. Support to feel your best and do your best: Wellness is integral to building a successful career and a rich life. That’s why our benefits program supports your physical, emotional, mental, and financial health, with an emphasis on work-life balance. Real rewards for real work: We offer generous compensation packages that recognize hard work and excellence.

Job Description:

The Conflicts Attorney identifies, analyzes, and resolves potential conflicts of interest related to the Firm’s new business acquisition and lateral hiring for all Firm offices. This position ensures new matters and attorney hires are compliant with the Firm’s conflicts and risk management policies and procedures. The Conflicts Attorney works under minimal supervision and relies on experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities:

• Conduct conflict analysis on new Firm business and lateral hires
• Prepare, audit, and present conflict reports to attorneys to resolve issues in a timely manner
• Consult with partners, General Counsel’s office, and Professional Responsibility Committee to create and maintain effective screening restrictions and ensure appropriate ethical waivers are in place
• Review engagement letters and outside counsel guidelines to ensure Firm-wide compliance and assist the New Business Committee
• Perform legal research, including review of case law and jurisdictional issues related to conflicts clearance, lateral hiring, ethical walls, and related issues

Job Specifications:

• Juris Doctorate (JD) Licensed in New York
• At least two (2) years of related work experience
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, and Word)
• Knowledge of time entry and conflict of interest databases
• Familiarity with legal research tools and databases
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Strong organizational and analytical skills
• Ability to work under tight deadlines and prioritize responsibilities
• Ability to handle and maintain confidential information
• Ability to learn new concepts and skills quickly

Successful candidates will be provided with outstanding career opportunities and will receive a competitive total rewards package with the opportunity to earn performance-based bonuses. Target Hiring Range $152,000 - $194,000 Please note that quoted salary ranges are not guarantees of what final salary offers may be. Base pay is based on market location and may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and geographic location. Base pay is only one part of the Total Rewards that MWS provides to compensate and recognize our staff professionals for their work. Full time positions are eligible for a discretionary bonus and a comprehensive benefits package.

Physical Demands and Work Environment: The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Physical Demands: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to sit, use hands, reach with hands and arms, stoop, talk and hear Employee must occasionally lift up to twenty (20) pounds

Work Environment: Typical indoor office environment Disclaimer: The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of the work being performed by people within this classification. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of employees assigned to this job.

Build your big career with the Firm that does Big Law, Better. We don’t just invest in your future, we accelerate your career – wherever it may lead. That includes supporting you both in and outside of the office. Bringing together more than 1,700+ lawyers and 1,400 business professionals, we celebrate excellence, collaboration, and community and have been recognized as a top workplace by USA Today, Fortune, The American Lawyer, Vault and others. We are also certified by Great Place to Work.