Professional Responsibility Counsel: Ethics & Risk Mgmt

Oculus Group; Washington (District of Columbia); Hybrid; USD 150,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

Oculus Legal Search represents a prominent national law firm in search of a Professional Responsibility Counsel. The role focuses on ethics, conflicts of interest, and professional responsibility to guide leadership, oversee compliance, and shape internal policies within the firm’s Office of General Counsel.

You will supervise ethics inquiries, advise partners, and help implement risk controls across multiple offices, fostering a culture of compliance and sound judgment.

Qualifications

• Legal ethics and risk management understanding.
• Ability to advise on conflicts and professional responsibility.
• Strong judgment, confidentiality, and practical guidance.

Responsibilities

• Advise on professional responsibility obligations and ethics rules.
• Evaluate conflicts involving clients, matters, and hires; recommend resolutions.
• Review engagement letters, outside counsel guidelines, waivers, and related provisions.
• Provide practical guidance to partners and leaders on ethics and risk matters.
• Assist in developing and improving firm policies and controls.
• Lead training for conflicts analysts and firm personnel.

Skills

Legal ethics knowledge

Conflicts management

Policy development

Training & mentoring

Legal research

Drafting & communication

Education

Juris Doctor (JD)

Bar admission in employing jurisdiction

Job description

Oculus Legal Search represents a prominent national law firm in search of a Professional Responsibility Counsel. The role focuses on ethics, conflicts of interest, and professional responsibility to guide leadership, oversee compliance, and shape internal policies within the firm’s Office of General Counsel.

You will supervise ethics inquiries, advise partners, and help implement risk controls across multiple offices, fostering a culture of compliance and sound judgment.