Conflicts & Ethics Analyst

Freeman, Mathis & Gary Law; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401K plan with employer contribution

Generous PTO policy

Year-end bonuses

Job summary

Freeman, Mathis & Gary Law is hiring a Conflicts and Ethics Analyst in Atlanta, GA. This role involves conducting internal conflict research and collaborating with partners to resolve any conflicts. The candidate should have excellent communication skills, a high school diploma, and proficiency in Microsoft Office.

Successful candidates will maintain a professional demeanor while managing tasks in a fast-paced setting. Attractive benefits include competitive compensation, comprehensive healthcare packages, and a generous PTO policy.

Qualifications

• Understanding of legal conflicts and applicable ethics rules.
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment.
• Must maintain a courteous and professional demeanor.

Responsibilities

• Conduct internal conflicts research on potential new clients.
• Document conflicts information and maintain related records.
• Collaborate with attorneys to resolve conflicts.

Skills

Attention to detail

Multi-tasking

Proficiency in Microsoft Office

Excellent communication skills

Education

High School Diploma

College Degree or 4 years' experience

Tools

Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel)

Online databases

Job description

Freeman Mathis and Gary, LLP is a rapidly growing, national specialty litigation firm seeking an Conflicts and Ethics Analyst to join our Atlanta office. The Analyst conducts internal conflict research on all potential and new cases and works with partners to ensure any conflicts are cleared or waived. An additional essential function of the position includes assisting in the opening of new client matters in firm software.

The following set of success factors describe the characteristics of those who are successful in our Firm:

• Organized, Timely, Confidential, Responsive (within 24 hours)

Duties and Responsibilities

• Conduct internal conflicts research and comprehensive corporate research on all potential new clients and cases using various electronic databases
• Document processes and maintain records of conflicts related information from the conflicts reporting analysis, follow‑up responses received and other relevant data from conversations with firm attorneys
• Review and resolve any legal or business conflicts including resolving any actual or potential conflicts identified
• Work collaboratively with firm attorneys and the Conflicts Team aiding in conflicts resolution; provide excellent customer service to legal assistants and firm attorneys
• Submit new matters for the opening new clients and affiliated matters in firm software system
• Enter and update all matter‑related information and firm contacts
• Enter client maintenance and matter maintenance requests, as needed
• Run conflicts on potential lateral matters and business development for the firm
• Other duties as assigned

Education, Experience, and Skills

• Understanding of legal conflicts and applicable ethics rules
• Accuracy and attention to detail a must
• Ability to multi‑task
• Proficiency in data entry and processing and following up with tasks
• Excellent working knowledge of Microsoft Office
• Ability to work efficiently in an extremely fast‑paced environment with strict deadlines
• Must maintain courteous and professional demeanor, with a positive attitude
• Exceptional written and communication skills a must
• Ability to work with and maintain confidential and sensitive information
• Ability to work effectively in a team atmosphere
• High School Diploma Required
• College Degree desired, or minimum 4 years’ experience in legal or insurance field
• Experience with Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, etc.) required
• Knowledge of other business software and online databases preferred

What we offer you

• Competitive compensation
• Comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision
• HSA and FSA plans available for employees and dependents
• Work‑life balance
• Generous PTO policy
• 401K plan including a 3% Employer Safe Harbor contribution
• Firm paid life insurance and long‑term disability
• Employee Assistance Program
• Year‑end bonuses and referral fee programs

Freeman Mathis & Gary, LLP (FMG) is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees by maintaining a workplace free of discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or any other protected status as provided by law. FMG complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws. This position is subject to our drug‑free workplace policy, which includes the ability to pass a pre‑employment drug screen. Employees may be subject to reasonable‑suspicion drug testing in accordance with Firm policies outlined in the Employee Handbook.

Equal Opportunity Employer. This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.