Jim Shoemaker, Chief Legal Operations Officer at Miles & Stockbridge, connected to call out a new risk opening as the firm looks to grow its small, but highly innovative business intake and conflicts team: “Conflicts Attorney” —

• As a Conflicts Attorney, you will be responsible for identifying, analyzing and resolving potential conflicts of interest to ensure compliance with professional, ethical and legal requirements.
• Your primary objective will be to protect the firm’s reputation by conducting thorough and accurate conflicts searches and providing recommendations on potential conflicts.
• The ideal candidate will possess a strong legal background, exceptional attention to detail, and excellent analytical and communication skills.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Conduct comprehensive conflicts searches and analysis using the firm’s conflicts database and other resources.
• Identify potential conflicts of interest arising from new client matters, lateral hires, and other internal and external factors.
• Evaluate conflicts reports and related materials to determine the nature and extent of conflicts.
• Draft consents and conflicts waivers, ensuring compliance with legal and ethical standards.
• Provide guidance and assistance in managing client guidelines related to conflicts of interest, confidentiality, and ethical obligations.
• Collaborate with attorneys, paralegals, and support staff to gather necessary information for conflict analysis.
• Provide clear and concise conflict clearance recommendations to firm management and attorneys.
• Assist in developing and implementing conflicts policies and procedures.
• Stay updated on legal and ethical rules related to conflicts of interest, confidentiality, and professional responsibility.
• Coordinate with the conflicts team to update and maintain the conflicts database and ensure accurate conflict reporting.
• Conduct conflicts training sessions for attorneys and staff members.
• Respond promptly to conflicts-related inquiries from attorneys and staff.
• Monitor and track conflicts clearance process to ensure timely resolution.
• Maintain strict confidentiality and handle sensitive information with the utmost discretion.

Education, Experience & Requirements:

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited law school.
• Active membership in good standing with the bar association of the relevant jurisdiction.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience as a conflicts attorney or in a related legal role.
• In-depth knowledge of conflicts of interest rules, legal ethics, and professional responsibility.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to assess complex legal scenarios.
• Excellent attention to detail and exceptional organizational skills.
• Outstanding written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to handle multiple priorities and work under tight deadlines.
• Proficiency in using conflicts database software and other relevant legal technology tools.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently as well as collaboratively in a team-oriented environment.
• High level of professionalism, integrity, and ethical conduct.
• Familiarity with various practice areas and an understanding of law firm operations is advantageous.

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