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Jackson Walker LLP · 3 hours ago

Director of Conflicts Analysis and Resolution

Dallas, TX

Full-time

Onsite

Director/Executive

8+ years exp

Jackson Walker LLP is a law firm seeking a Director of Conflicts Analysis and Resolution to lead their firmwide conflicts program. This role involves ensuring the identification, analysis, and resolution of conflicts of interest while managing the conflicts team and collaborating with various departments to maintain ethical compliance and support business processes.

ConsultingLegalProfessional Services

Responsibilities

Oversee the end-to-end conflicts review workflow for new clients, new matters, and firmwide business intake

Evaluate conflict reports, perform legal and factual analysis, and provide clear recommendations to attorneys and leadership regarding potential conflicts and resolution paths

Analyze complex conflict scenarios requiring interpretation of ethical rules, case law, waivers, and screening requirements

Facilitate discussions between attorneys when conflict issues arise and support timely, practical resolution

Draft or support drafting of conflict waivers and screening notices as needed

Lead conflicts analysis for all lateral attorney candidates and groups

Review conflict reports prepared by analysts and ensure accurate, thorough evaluation of incoming matters and prior representations

In consultation with the General Counsel, determine whether waivers, consents, ethical walls, or withdrawals are needed

Advise Recruiting and Practice Group Leaders on conflict-related onboarding considerations

Ensure compliance with professional responsibility rules, firm policies, applicable laws, and regulatory requirements related to conflicts of interest and ethical screens

Partner with the General Counsel to design, refine, and implement conflicts policies, procedures, and best practices

Monitor changes in ethics rules and industry standards and update internal protocols accordingly

Maintain expert-level knowledge of the applicable Rules of Professional Conduct, including multijurisdictional considerations

Lead, coach, and develop the conflicts team, promoting accuracy, responsiveness, risk awareness, and continuous improvement

Collaborate with Business Intake, Recruiting, Practice Group Leaders, IT, and other operational teams to ensure seamless conflict clearance processes

Develop and deliver training to attorneys and staff on conflicts awareness, ethical compliance, and best practices

Build and maintain strong working relationships across offices to support a consistent and efficient conflicts program

Oversee conflicts software platforms, ensuring data integrity, functionality, and optimal use of technology

Partner with IT and vendors to evaluate enhancements, implement system upgrades, streamline workflows, and adopt emerging tools

Generate reports and dashboards that provide insights into conflicts trends, clearance times, risk indicators, and team performance

Support the firm in strategic planning by identifying conflict-related risks and opportunities for process improvement

Qualification

Conflicts analysisRisk managementLegal ethicsAnalytical skillsConflicts software systemsTeam leadershipCommunication skillsCollaboration

Required

Bachelor's degree required; J.D. preferred with license to practice law in the United States and in good standing with the Texas Bar

Minimum of 8 years' experience in conflicts, risk management, professional responsibility, or compliance within a law firm or professional services environment

Deep understanding of conflicts of interest rules, legal ethics, and professional responsibility frameworks

Proven leadership experience in managing teams and driving decisions in high-pressure, time-sensitive environments

Strong analytical and communication skills with the ability to synthesize complex information and advise senior leadership

Experience with conflicts software systems, legal research tools, and business intake processes

Demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively across departments and offices