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BRB Risk Jobs Board — Conflicts Attorney (Ashurst Perkins Coie)

Posted Dan Bressler

In this BRB jobs update, I’m pleased to spotlight an open position at Ashurst Perkins Coie: “Conflicts Attorney” —

  • Lead Legal Support. Drive Exceptional Client Service.
  • Ashurst Perkins Coie US LLP is looking for a dynamic, qualified individual to fill a Conflicts Attorney position performing conflicts analysis on new business and firm lateral hires and advising firm lawyers on conflicts of interest issues.
  • The Conflicts Attorney will independently review, research, and resolve conflicts issues related to firm new business and staff personnel and ensure compliance with ethical standards in all jurisdictions, as well as firm policies.
  • For purposes of complying with Export Control laws, candidates must be U.S. citizens or lawful permanent residents.
  • Locations: Phoenix, AZ; Palo Alto, CA; Los Angeles, CA; San Francisco, CA; Chicago, IL; Washington, D.C.; San Diego, CA; Portland, OR; Denver, CO; Dallas, TX; Boise, ID; Austin, TX; Seattle, WA

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

  • Analyze conflicts of interest on new business and lateral hires. Resolve issues that arise in such matters, including drafting of waivers and advising on ethical issues relating to withdrawal and screening.
  • Act as a legal advisor to firm lawyers on conflicts-of-interest issues.
  • Perform legal research and prepare legal memoranda in response to requests from General Counsel, firm lawyers, managers, claims counsel and various firm committees.
  • Analyze complex factual situations and spot issues where problems might occur.
  • Draft waivers and engagement and joint representation letters in final format.
  • Negotiate between lawyers in resolving disputes over conflicts and waivers. Other related legal work as needed.
  • Be present at work during regularly scheduled working hours and as needed in the job position, consistent with the Firm’s attendance expectations.


SPECIFIC SKILLS REQUIRED

  • Knowledge of the Rules of Professional Conduct and their application to the practice of law.
  • Solid understanding of jurisdictional differences in the application of different rules and principles in making a choice-of-law analysis.
  • Effectively cope with change; can decide and act without having the total picture.
  • Thorough understanding of a wide range of areas of law, including being able to identify the roles of parties in matters, and possess a solid understanding of business organizations and financing concepts as well as litigation principles and procedures, such as depositions, subpoenas, roles of codefendants and comparative fault.
  • Strong legal research and writing skills, including the ability to compile and analyze complex data and furnish detailed information clearly and concisely.
  • Strong eye for detail and critical thinking skills; ability to spot problems and propose creative solutions.
  • Project management skills, including the ability to spot issues, manage time well, prioritize effectively, adapt to quick changes and handle multiple deadlines.
  • Ability to work with minimal supervision.
  • Ability to collaborate with others within the department and firm, including with personnel in international offices.
  • Well-developed and professional interpersonal skills; ability to interact and communicate effectively with people at all organizational levels of the firm across the firm’s U.S. and international offices, both orally and in writing, consistent with communication best practices.
  • Proficiency with MS Office.


SPECIFIC SKILLS PREFERRED

  • Understanding of litigation practice and working knowledge of law firm processes.
  • Ability to detect procedural problems and determine appropriate relationships.
  • Experience with legal research and writing, ability to independently manage multiple tasks of varying importance.


EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

  • Qualified candidates must have a Juris Doctorate and a minimum of three (3) years of legal practice experience.
  • Active member in good standing in any jurisdiction.
  • Strong working knowledge of relevant topics, legal issues, and the rules governing professional responsibility required.
  • Demonstrated success in a stressful environment.

 

Why Join Ashurst Perkins Coie?

Join a sophisticated legal team where you’ll provide trusted guidance on complex conflicts and professional responsibility matters. This role offers the opportunity to work closely with attorneys and firm leadership while helping protect the firm’s ethical standards and support strategic business decisions.


About Ashurst Perkins Coie

  • Our business services professionals are at the forefront of delivering value and innovation for the firm and our clients.
  • Our teams are full of creative individuals who are passionate about high performance. It is this collective drive and ambition that makes our culture worth being part of. You don’t need extensive experience in professional services—we value experience gained in other sectors too. You’ll be someone who can work with others towards a common goal and support your colleagues with openness and respect. You’ll bring an instinct for problem solving and be able to anticipate our clients’ needs. What’s more, you’ll share our approach to innovation, whatever your background.
  • We’ve witnessed a period of unprecedented change and development over the past five years, made possible through the knowledge of our business services professionals globally.

 

See their careers site for more on the firm and work environment, see the complete job posting for more details on the position and to apply.


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