Lateral Conflicts Attorney - Compliance & Waivers

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

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.