Conflicts Attorney & Ethics Risk Advisor

Haynes and Boone, LLP; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Haynes and Boone, LLP in Dallas seeks an attorney with strong conflicts of interest expertise to analyze and resolve issues for new client matters, lateral hires, and potential mergers. You will draft waivers and ethical walls and advise lawyers on professional conduct obligations.

The role requires independent judgment, solid legal research, and the ability to manage multiple conflicts checks, including after-hours coverage.

Qualifications

• JD and bar admission in US jurisdiction required.
• Familiarity with the Rules of Professional Conduct and ethics opinions required.
• Experience with legal research and writing preferred.

Responsibilities

• Analyze conflicts of interest issues independently relating to new firm business, lateral attorneys, new staff, and potential merger candidates.
• Draft conflict waivers and ethical walls as needed to resolve potential conflicts of interest.
• Advise attorneys regarding ethical obligations relating to conflicts of interest and other issues covered by the Rules of Professional Conduct.
• Conduct background research on new clients.
• Perform legal research and prepare memoranda relating to professional responsibility and risk management.
• Perform after-hours, weekend, and holiday conflicts checks as assigned.

Skills

Attention to detail

Independent worker

Legal research

Communication skills

Time management

Education

Juris Doctor (JD)

Tools

Westlaw

LexisNexis

Job description

Haynes and Boone, LLP in Dallas seeks an attorney with strong conflicts of interest expertise to analyze and resolve issues for new client matters, lateral hires, and potential mergers. You will draft waivers and ethical walls and advise lawyers on professional conduct obligations.

The role requires independent judgment, solid legal research, and the ability to manage multiple conflicts checks, including after-hours coverage.