Conflicts Attorney: Ethical Advisory & Compliance Lead

Ashurst Perkins Coie Group; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 161,000 - 255,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual discretionary bonus

401(k) plan

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Accrued paid time off 20 days annually

Parental leave

Ten paid holidays

Family care benefits

Job summary

Ashurst Perkins Coie is seeking a qualified Conflicts Attorney to analyze conflicts for new business and lateral hires, advise on ethical issues, and draft waivers. The role requires JD and 3+ years of practice, with strong research and writing skills and knowledge of professional responsibility rules. The position supports attorneys across U.S.

and international offices, ensuring compliance with ethical standards and firm policies. Candidates must be U.S.

Qualifications

• JD required with minimum 3 years of legal practice.
• Active bar admission in any U.S. jurisdiction.
• Strong knowledge of professional responsibility rules.
• Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Analyze conflicts of interest for new matters and lateral hires.
• Draft waivers and engagement letters.
• Advise lawyers on conflicts-of-interest issues.
• Research and prepare memoranda for General Counsel and firm committees.
• Coordinate with international offices as needed.

Skills

Conflicts analysis

Legal research

Draft waivers

Client advisory

Cross-office collab

Ethics compliance

Attention to detail

Time management

MS Office

Education

Juris Doctorate

Bar admission in good standing

Tools

Westlaw

LexisNexis

MS Office

Job description

Ashurst Perkins Coie is seeking a qualified Conflicts Attorney to analyze conflicts for new business and lateral hires, advise on ethical issues, and draft waivers. The role requires JD and 3+ years of practice, with strong research and writing skills and knowledge of professional responsibility rules. The position supports attorneys across U.S.

and international offices, ensuring compliance with ethical standards and firm policies. Candidates must be U.S.