Blank Rome LLP · 1 day ago
Conflicts Attorney
United States
Full-time
Remote
Mid, Senior Level
$150K/yr - $170K/yr
3+ years expBlank Rome LLP is an Am Law 100 firm with a strong commitment to diversity and inclusion, providing comprehensive legal services. The Conflicts Attorney will review and analyze conflict of interest reports, draft waivers, and implement ethical walls to resolve potential conflicts of interest for clients and matters.
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Hiring Manager
Ashley Grace Velazquez
Responsibilities
Review and analyze conflict of interest reports, identify potential conflicts of interest, and assist in resolving them
Review and analyze lateral materials and conflict of interest reports and identify potential conflicts of interest; assist Partners and firm management in resolving same
Provide clear and concise summaries of potential conflict issues and steps required for conflict resolution
Conduct online research and use web-based research tools, company websites and/or public databases to identify relevant information about potential representations
Discuss conflict and loss prevention issues with Partners, Associates, New Business Intake Analysts, and others at the firm to identify and resolve potential conflicts of interest
Exercise discretion and professional independent judgment with respect to the identification and resolution of potential conflicts of interest
Draft engagement and waiver letters, as necessary, and follow up to ensure waivers are obtained before new clients/matters are opened
Review language in Partner/Associate drafted waiver letters and non-standard engagement letters to ensure that they are acceptable and adequately address conflict concerns and related risk issues
Review outside counsel guidelines to identify deviations from the firm’s engagement policies; work with relevant attorneys to appropriately address deviations
Identify the need for ethical walls to screen individuals from particular clients and matters; manage and maintain the firm’s processes for implementing walls
Maintain up-to-date knowledge of the American Bar Association (ABA) Model Rules of Professional Conduct as adopted in each state in which Blank Rome maintains offices, and jurisdictional differences in all states and practice areas in which Blank Rome conducts business
Perform legal research as needed to identify and resolve potential conflicts of interest
Train new conflicts team members in conflicts processes and procedures as needed
Maintain the integrity of the firm’s conflicts database
Assist with special projects relating to risk management and compliance as they may arise
Perform other tasks and responsibilities as assigned
Work additional hours as needed to fulfill job requirements
Qualification
Required
3+ years of law firm experience, preferably in risk management or corporate compliance
Law degree from an accredited law school
Active bar licensure in at least one state and in good standing
Experience in conflicts identification and clearance at a large law firm
Experience with researching jurisdiction-specific rules as they relate to conflicts of interest
Experience with iManage or other document management/document retention software used by major law firms
Experience performing legal research and corporate family/affiliate research (Hoovers, Dun & Bradstreet, Lexis/Westlaw, etc.)
Experience with Intapp Open, Walls, Terms and Elite or other computerized conflicts systems
Ability to supervise Conflicts Analysts and train on system use, workflow and procedure
Strong communication skills (verbal and written) with the ability to develop positive working relationships (in-person and virtually)
Meticulous attention to detail and accuracy
Ability to manage multiple tasks with effective organizational skills
Proven problem solving, critical thinking, and decision-making skills
Unquestioned integrity and professionalism
Strong, functional knowledge of the Rules of Professional Responsibility
Proficient in Microsoft Suite (Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Outlook, Teams) and Adobe
Proficient in web-based conference call/web-sharing applications
Must have and maintain internet access and ability to work remotely after hours as needed
Benefits
Medical, dental, and vision insurance
Life, accident, and disability insurance plans
401(k) retirement benefits
Commuter benefits
Well-being programs
Company
Blank Rome LLP
Blank Rome is an Am Law 100 firm with 16 offices and 800 attorneys and principals who provide comprehensive legal and advocacy services to clients operating in the United States and around the world.
1001-5000 employees
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