Conflicts Specialist

LHH; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with employer contribution

Life & Disability Insurance

Professional development and growth机会

Job summary

LHH is seeking an experienced Legal Conflicts Analyst in Chicago to play a pivotal role in the new business intake and conflicts process. You will analyze complex information, identify potential ethical conflicts, and collaborate with attorneys to ensure compliance and effective risk management.

The role involves conducting conflict searches, reviewing engagement letters, and producing timely conflict reports.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of law firm conflicts experience required.
• Experience with legal conflicts databases and new matter intake processes.
• Strong analytical, research, and problem-solving skills.
• Exceptional attention to detail and ability to manage competing priorities.
• Professional communication skills and sound judgment.

Responsibilities

• Perform conflict searches and analyze results for new matters.
• Review and monitor engagement letters and conflict waivers.
• Partner with attorneys and General Counsel to resolve conflict issues.
• Conduct independent research using public databases.
• Maintain the integrity of conflicts and new matter intake systems.
• Serve as a key resource for attorneys by providing timely conflict reports and guidance.

Skills

Conflict analysis

Attention to detail

Analytical thinking

Research skills

Communication skills

Tools

Legal conflicts databases

Job description

Are you an experienced Legal Conflicts Analyst looking for your next opportunity with a respected law firm?

I'm partnering with a firm seeking a detail-oriented professional to play a critical role in the new business intake and conflicts process. This position is ideal for someone who thrives on analyzing complex information, identifying potential ethical conflicts, and collaborating with attorneys to ensure compliance and risk management.

Responsibilities

• Perform conflict searches and analyze results for new matters
• Review and monitor engagement letters and conflict waivers
• Partner with attorneys and General Counsel to resolve conflict issues
• Conduct independent research using public databases
• Maintain the integrity of conflicts and new matter intake systems
• Serve as a key resource for attorneys by providing timely conflict reports and guidance

What we're looking for:

• 3+ years of law firm conflicts experience required
• Experience with legal conflicts databases and new matter intake processes
• Strong analytical, research, and problem-solving skills
• Exceptional attention to detail and ability to manage competing priorities
• Professional communication skills and sound judgment

Comprehensive benefits package including:

• 401(k) with employer contribution
• Life & Disability Insurance
• Professional development and growth opportunities

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• Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers