Conflicts Staff Attorney

Sidley Austin LLP; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 146,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

Sidley Austin LLP seeks a Conflicts Staff Attorney to assist in reviewing and resolving conflicts related to lateral hires. You will identify potential conflicts from search results and draft comprehensive summaries for sponsor partners and management.

You will work closely with senior staff and firm counsel to implement screening, waivers, and efficient workflows while maintaining confidentiality and professional responsibility standards.

Qualifications

• J.D. from ABA-accredited law school.
• Admission in good standing to the bar of at least one U.S. jurisdiction.
• Knowledge of rules of professional responsibility (preferred)

Responsibilities

• Review search results and identify potential conflicts of interest for lateral hires.
• Communicate with Firm partners to resolve potential conflicts.
• Prepare a comprehensive Conflicts Summary listing clients, matters, potential conflicts and necessary screens.
• Communicate with lateral candidates for clarifications.
• Participate in discussions to streamline the lateral hire clearing process and IT enhancements.
• Collaborate with lawyers and Directors to implement screening requirements, obtain waivers and answer inquiries.

Skills

Attention to detail

Strong organizational skills

Excellent communication

Analytical/problem-solving

Discretion/confidentiality

Work under pressure

Project management

Education

J.D. from ABA-accredited law school

Job description

The Conflicts Staff Attorney will be responsible for assisting with the review, identification, and resolution of potential conflicts issues related to lateral hires. This position will report to the Lateral Conflicts Associate Director and will work closely with the Senior Director of Conflicts / Operations, Conflicts and New Business, the Office of General Counsel, and Firm partners.

Duties And Responsibilities

• Review search results generated by the Conflicts Analysts and identify potential conflicts of interest with respect to all lateral hires.
• Communicate with Firm partners to resolve potential conflicts of interest that are identified in the search results.
• Prepare a comprehensive Conflicts Summary for lateral partner candidates that lists all current clients and matters on which the partner candidate is working and identifying all potential conflicts and screens that will be necessary. This report will be reviewed by sponsoring partners and Firm management.
• Communicate with lateral candidates with additional questions or requesting clarifications.
• Participate in discussions on how to streamline the lateral hire clearing process, including IT enhancements.
• Work closely with Firm lawyers, Senior Director of Operations, and Lateral Conflicts Associate Director to implement screening requirements, obtain waivers and answer other conflicts inquiries as required.
• Draft waivers and screens as needed.
• Participate in weekly meetings of the Conflicts Staff Attorneys (New Business and Lateral)
• Assist with onboarding laterals as needed.
• Study and stay current with laws and rules pertaining to conflicts of interest with respect to each jurisdiction in which the Firm maintains offices.
• Perform various special projects and duties as assigned.

Required

Education and/or Experience

• J.D. from an ABA-accredited law school and admission in good standing to the bar of at least one U.S. jurisdiction.

Preferred

• Knowledge of rules of professional responsibility
• Conflicts clearance experience at large law firm

Other Skills And Abilities

• Strong organizational skills
• Strong attention to detail
• Good judgment
• Strong interpersonal communication skills
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Able to work harmoniously and effectively with others
• Able to preserve confidentiality and exercise discretion
• Able to work under pressure
• Able to manage multiple projects with competing deadlines and priorities

The Target Salary Range For This Role Is

$145,700 - $200,350 if located in Illinois or Washington, D.C.

Salaries vary by location and are based on numerous factors, including, but not limited to, the relevant market, skills, experience, and education of the selected candidate. Our compensation package also includes bonus eligibility and a comprehensive benefits program. Benefits information can be found at Sidley.com/Benefits.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform the Duties and Responsibilities above satisfactorily and meet the requirements. The requirements listed above are representative of the minimum knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job. If you need such an accommodation, please email [e-mail] (current employees should contact Human Resources).

Sidley Austin LLP is an Equal Opportunity Employer.