Remote Conflicts Attorney - Compliance & Risk Analysis

Energy Jobline ZR; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 140,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Unknown firm seeks an experienced Conflicts Attorney to be based in Chicago. Requires a JD and at least three years of conflicts practice, with licensing in CA/IL/DC/NY and ability to supervise analysts. Role is primarily remote with occasional onsite work in Chicago.

Responsibilities include reviewing conflicts reports, drafting waivers, and ensuring compliance with risk policies. Salary targets are around $140–170K with comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctorate (JD) required.
• Licensed in CA, IL, DC or NY; Chicago-based with remote work.
• At least three years of Conflicts Attorney experience.
• Ability to supervise Conflicts Analysts.
• Familiarity with conflicts software and document management tools.

Responsibilities

• Review and analyze conflicts, identify potential conflicts of interest.
• Draft conflict waivers and ensure approvals before openings.
• Conduct conflict analyses on lateral hires and new matters.
• Review engagement letters and outside counsel guidelines.
• Prepare audit letters and perform backup conflict searches.

Skills

Strong communication

Organizational skills

Analytical skills

Deadline-driven

Confidential information handling

Education

Juris Doctorate (JD)

Tools

iManage

Aderant

Capital IQ

Job description

Unknown firm seeks an experienced Conflicts Attorney to be based in Chicago. Requires a JD and at least three years of conflicts practice, with licensing in CA/IL/DC/NY and ability to supervise analysts. Role is primarily remote with occasional onsite work in Chicago.

Responsibilities include reviewing conflicts reports, drafting waivers, and ensuring compliance with risk policies. Salary targets are around $140–170K with comprehensive benefits.