Conflicts Counsel - Hybrid/Remote Compliance Expert

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

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.