Conflicts Counsel

Day Pitney LLP; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 160,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work environment

Remote arrangements considered

Job summary

Day Pitney LLP is seeking a skilled Conflicts Counsel to join the New Business Intake and Conflicts team within the General Counsel's Office. You will review new business intake, lateral hires, and potential conflicts to protect the firm’s ethics and compliance standards.

The role reports to the Deputy General Counsel and General Counsel, with a hybrid work arrangement allowing remote work two days per week. Flexible in-office locations available; remote arrangements may be considered.

Qualifications

• J.D. from an accredited law school is required.
• Bar admission in good standing where Day Pitney operates.
• 2–5 years of conflicts management, risk assessment, or compliance experience.
• Knowledge of conflict of interest rules and legal ethics; experience with conflict-checking systems preferred.
• Excellent communication skills with attorneys and staff.
• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail; able to handle multiple tasks.

Responsibilities

• Conflict Identification & Resolution: review conflict reports to identify conflicts and resolve with attorneys.
• Advisory Role: provide guidance on conflict resolution and firm policies.
• Document Preparation and Review: draft and edit conflict waivers and engagement letters.
• Research & Database Management: search client histories and conflicts; maintain records.
• Collaboration: work with NBI, Conflicts team, CELPC, and leadership.
• Risk Management: stay updated on conduct rules and participate in ethics training.

Skills

Conflict rules knowledge

Legal ethics

Strong communication

Analytical thinking

Detail orientation

Collaboration

Independent work

Education

Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school

Bar admission in good standing

Tools

Intapp

iManage

Job description

This position is not open to recruiters at this time.

Day Pitney LLP is seeking a skilled and dedicated Conflicts Counsel to join our New Business Intake (NBI) and Conflicts team as part of the General Counsel's Office. In this role, you will play a pivotal role in ensuring the firm's compliance with the Rules of Professional Responsibility and maintaining high ethical standards across all firm engagements. Your expertise will support the review of new business intake, lateral hires, and other potential conflict matters to protect the firm's legal and ethical standing. This position will report to the firm's Deputy General Counsel and General Counsel. This position may be based in any of Day Pitney's offices in New Jersey (preferred), Connecticut, Florida, Massachusetts, New York, Rhode Island, or Washington, D.C. Remote arrangements will also be considered.

Key Responsibilities:

• Conflict Identification & Resolution: Conduct thorough reviews of conflict reports, engagement terms, and client matter data to identify any business or ethical conflicts of interest. Consult with the matter responsible attorney and other firm attorneys to obtain clarification and resolution to conflicts.


• Advisory Role: Provide clear and actionable advice to attorneys and staff on conflict resolution strategies, firm policies, and the rules of professional conduct.


• Document Preparation and Review: Draft, review, and edit conflict waiver letters, engagement letters, and other legal documentation to ensure compliance with ethical standards and firm policies.


• Research & Database Management: Utilize internal and external databases to conduct research on client and matter histories, corporate relationships, and potential conflicts. Maintain accurate and detailed records of conflict checks and resolutions in automated workflow.


• Collaboration: Work closely with attorneys, staff, NBI and Conflicts team, General Counsel, Conflicts Ethics Loss Prevention Committee (CELPC) and firm leadership to address conflict-related issues. Assist in educating attorneys and staff on conflict-checking processes and firm protocols.


• Risk Management: Support the firm's risk management initiatives by staying up to date on professional conduct rules and by participating in ongoing firm training related to ethics and compliance.
  

Day Pitney recognizes the value of flexible working arrangements alongside the benefits of in-office collaboration. To support both, the firm offers a hybrid work environment that provides the ability to work remotely two days per week. Remote arrangements will also be considered.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school is required.


• Bar admission in good standing in a state where Day Pitney operates an office.


• 2-5 years of legal experience in conflicts management, risk assessment, or compliance.


• Strong knowledge of conflict of interest rules and legal ethics, with prior experience working with conflict-checking systems (e.g., Intapp, iManage) preferred.


• Excellent communication skills with the ability to clearly explain complex legal and ethical concepts to attorneys and staff.


• Exceptional analytical skills, attention to detail, and the ability to handle multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.


• Ability to work independently as well as part of a collaborative team.
  

About Day Pitney

Day Pitney, an East Coast-based law firm with national and international reach, has approximately 330 attorneys in 13 offices in Connecticut, Florida, Massachusetts, New Jersey, New York, Rhode Island and Washington, DC. Day Pitney's Corporate, Litigation, and Trusts and Estates attorneys represent a variety of clients from individuals to Fortune 500companies. Since 1902, Day Pitney has been working collaboratively and effectively with clients in a wide range of industries, including Energy and Utilities; Financial Services; Healthcare and Life Sciences; Insurance and Reinsurance; Intellectual Property and Technology; Family Office Practice; Real Estate and Environmental; and Tax Exempt Organizations and Charitable Giving. Day Pitney's lawyers provide deep bench knowledge and experience and work seamlessly across disciplines to guide our clients through the evolving legal landscape. For more information on Day Pitney, visit www.daypitney.com .

Day Pitney is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

The anticipated base annual salary range for this position is $160,000 - $190,000. The actual salary offered will be determined based on a variety of factors, including the candidate's experience, qualifications, skills, office location, and other job-related factors. Attorneys may also be eligible for a discretionary year-end merit bonus in accordance with the Firm's applicable bonus program.

Day Pitney offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance; a 401(k) retirement plan; and paid time off, subject to the terms and eligibility requirements of the Firm's benefit plans.