Temporary Conflicts Attorney

Trustpoint.One; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 140,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

Trustpoint.One is seeking an experienced Temporary Conflicts Attorney in Washington to join a leading global law firm. You will advise on conflicts and risk management, partnering with partners and the conflicts team, and oversee junior analysts in a collaborative, high-caliber environment.

The role requires a JD and Washington bar admission, with a minimum of 3 years' practice, strong ethics knowledge, and excellent communication.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor (JD) and active bar membership in Washington.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience practicing law.
• Strong working knowledge of U.S. conflicts of interest rules and legal ethics principles.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Experience working effectively within a multicultural, collaborative environment.
• Ability to build relationships and communicate confidently with professionals at all levels of a law firm.

Responsibilities

• Advise partners, attorneys, and the conflicts team on conflicts identification, analysis and resolution.
• Supervise the workflow and development of at least two Compliance Analysts.
• Collaborate with attorneys and leadership on conflicts and risk related to new matter intake and growth opportunities.
• Manage an active docket of approximately 15 to 30 conflict matters at any given time.

Skills

Conflicts law

Risk management

Legal ethics

Communication

Team supervision

Education

Juris Doctor (JD)

Job description

Trustpoint.One is excited to partner with a prestigious global law firm in its search for an experienced Temporary Conflicts Attorney. This is an excellent opportunity for an attorney with a strong understanding of legal conflicts and risk management to join a collaborative, high-performing team within a leading international firm.

The ideal candidate will be licensed to practice law and located in Washington.

Key Responsibilities

As a Conflicts Attorney, you will play a critical role in identifying, analyzing, and resolving complex conflicts issues across the firm's global practice. Responsibilities include:

• Advising partners, attorneys, and the conflicts team on the identification, analysis, and resolution of potential conflicts of interest
• Supervising the workflow and professional development of at least two Compliance Analysts
• Collaborating with attorneys and firm leadership to address conflicts and risk issues related to:
  • New matter intake
  • Practice growth opportunities
• Managing an active docket of approximately 15 to 30 conflict matters at any given time

Qualifications

The successful candidate will possess:

• Juris Doctor (JD) and active bar membership in Washington.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience practicing law
• Strong working knowledge of U.S. conflicts of interest rules and legal ethics principles
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Experience working effectively within a multicultural, collaborative environment
• Ability to build relationships and communicate confidently with professionals at all levels of a law firm

Why Apply?

This opportunity offers the chance to join a highly respected global law firm where you will have meaningful exposure to firmwide risk and compliance matters, work closely with attorneys and leadership across multiple offices, and contribute to the firm's strategic growth initiatives.

Physical Requirements

• Physical Requirements: Must be able to perform essential duties satisfactorily with reasonable accommodations
• Work is generally performed sitting, talking, hearing, and typing
• This is a high-volume screen-based role, requiring constant, prolonged computer usage, including but not limited to: reviewing documents, managing visual content, and attending virtual meetings
• Visual acuity required for computer use, data analysis, and extended reading
• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer
• Frequent use of hands and fingers for typing and document handling
• Occasional standing, walking, bending, and reaching
• Ability to lift and carry items weighting up to 30 pounds

Remote Work & Information Security Requirements

Employees in this role are expected to maintain a work environment that supports the protection of confidential, proprietary, and client-sensitive information, consistent with Company policies and applicable legal and regulatory requirements.

• To support these obligations, individuals in this role should be able to: Maintain a secure and reliable internet connection capable of supporting required systems and applications
• Utilize company-issued or approved technology, including compliance with required security tools (e.g., VPN, multi-factor authentication, endpoint protection)
• Conduct work in a manner that protects the confidentiality of information, including taking reasonable steps to prevent unauthorized access, viewing, or disclosure of sensitive materials
• Follow all applicable information security, data privacy, and acceptable use policies as communicated by the Company
• Promptly report any suspected security incidents, breaches, or system vulnerabilities in accordance with Company protocols

Workplace Monitoring & Data Use Notice

To protect client and Company systems, data, and confidential information, Trustpoint may implement reasonable administrative, technical, and physical safeguards, which may include monitoring of Company-provided systems, devices, and networks, consistent with applicable law.

In certain roles, individuals may perform work within client-controlled environments, including client systems, platforms, or physical worksites. In such cases, work activities may also be subject to the client’s applicable policies, procedures, and monitoring practices.

Trustpoint does not control client monitoring practices but expects that any such practices will be conducted in accordance with applicable laws and contractual obligations. Additional information regarding applicable policies will be provided during the onboarding process or prior to assignment, as appropriate.

Client Specific Requirements Notice

Certain roles may be subject to additional client-specific screening, compliance, or credentialing requirements. Any such requirements will be communicated at the appropriate stage of the hiring process and will be administered in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.

Pay Transparency Notice

Pursuant to applicable law, this position includes a good-faith salary or hourly range at the time of posting. The final compensation offered will be determined based on factors including, but not limited to, relevant experience, skills, education, geographic location, and business needs.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Trustpoint provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type. Employment decisions are made without regard to any protected characteristic under applicable federal, state, or local law