Conflicts & Compliance Attorney

Cooley LLP; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 145,000 - 210,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

HSA (Health Savings Account)

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

FSA (Flex spending)

Commuter benefits

Life insurance

AD&D

Job summary

Cooley LLP is seeking a Conflicts Staff Attorney to join the Business Intake and Conflicts team in Washington, DC. The role focuses on ensuring compliance with ethical rules, managing conflicts of interest, and supporting risk management in onboarding new clients and matters.

The candidate will work under Associate Directors, draft and review screens and waivers, and conduct advanced research on corporate affiliations. JD required and bar admission in relevant jurisdictions is expected.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of conflicts resolution experience or 5+ years as a practicing attorney, preferably with a large law firm.
• JD degree from an accredited law school and active bar admission in applicable jurisdictions.

Responsibilities

• Maintain knowledge of ABA Model Rules and jurisdictional rules across states and offices.
• Monitor rule changes and suggest policy updates for approval.
• Analyze and resolve conflicts of interest related to new business and hires.
• Collaborate with Managers, Directors, and firm attorneys to gather information for conflict determinations.
• Draft and review ethical screens, conflict waivers, and risk management provisions.
• Assist with client engagement terms and outside counsel guideline reviews.
• Conduct research on conflicts of interest and corporate affiliations.

Skills

Conflict resolution

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Travel flexibility

Weekend hours availability

MS Office proficiency

iManage familiarity

Education

JD degree

Tools

MS Office

iManage

Job description

Cooley LLP is seeking a Conflicts Staff Attorney to join the Business Intake and Conflicts team in Washington, DC. The role focuses on ensuring compliance with ethical rules, managing conflicts of interest, and supporting risk management in onboarding new clients and matters.

The candidate will work under Associate Directors, draft and review screens and waivers, and conduct advanced research on corporate affiliations. JD required and bar admission in relevant jurisdictions is expected.