Bressler Risk Blog

In this BRB jobs update, I’m pleased to highlight an open role at Norton Rose Fulbright: “Compliance (Conflicts) Lawyer” —

• Norton Rose Fulbright is seeking an experienced lawyer with conflict review experience to join the US Compliance team.
• The Compliance (Conflicts) Lawyer directly protects the firm by ensuring ethical, regulatory, and commercial risks are identified and mitigated before new matters, lateral hires, or business initiatives proceed.
• This team enables partners and other personnel to move forward confidently with client work while maintaining compliance with U.S. and global practice standards.
• The US Compliance Team consists, at present, of the Deputy General Counsel, two Assistant Deputy General Counsels, three Counsel and Senior Managers, as well as a team of Compliance Lawyers, Senior Compliance Analysts, Compliance Analysts and Client/Matter Intake Analysts. The US Compliance Team, works daily with Norton Rose Fulbright Compliance Teams in Australia, Canada, Europe, the Middle East and Asia.
• This role may be performed remotely from any state where the firm maintains an office (Texas, California, Colorado, Illinois, Minnesota, Missouri, New York, and the District of Columbia). Employees must also be able to attend the office at the request of their supervisor as needed.
• This position requires a commitment to work outside of regular business hours and includes a rotating on-call schedule (weekends and holidays, distributed across the team).

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Advise partners, lawyers, and the Global Compliance Team regarding the identification and resolution of potential conflicts of interests, including the relevant legal and ethical considerations and commercial concerns.
• Collaborate with a team of analysts to ensure consistent workflow and timely production, which includes specifically supervising the workflows and work products of at least two Compliance Analysts.
• Interact with all levels of Norton Rose Fulbright US LLP Management to resolve potential conflict of interest issues or commercial concerns in the context of new matter intake, lateral hires, business development, and practice development projects.
• Drive any conflict issues to full resolution and manage a docket of between 15 and 30 outstanding conflict matters at any given time.
• Assist with enforcement and other issues related to Norton Rose Fulbright’s Global Practice Standards addressing stock and share dealings, external appointments, prohibitions on bribery, corruption and discrimination, economic sanctions, anti-money laundering requirements, and (to some extent) cyber security considerations.
• Liaise and interact with the Compliance Teams at Norton Rose Fulbright Australia, Norton Rose Fulbright Canada, and Norton Rose Fulbright LLP on a daily basis.
• Analyze conflict issues surrounding directorships and trusteeships in order to maintain databases.
• Review client relationship letters to identify contractual obligations to consider in the resolution of conflicts.
• Deal with questions and concerns related to our policies related to share dealing.

Other duties

• Please note this job description does not cover or contain all activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Qualifications and experience:

• Licensed to practice law in one or more States in which Norton Rose Fulbright US LLP has an office (particularly Texas, California, Colorado, New York, Missouri, Illinois, Minnesota, and the District of Columbia).
• Experience working as a lawyer.
• A thorough acquaintance with and working knowledge of US conflicts rules highly preferred.
• Highly intelligent with excellent commercial judgment.
• Strong written and oral communication skills and experience operating in a multi-cultural environment.
• Sufficient maturity and judgment to work successfully and confidently with all levels including senior management and partners.
• Be sufficiently confident to exercise risk-based judgment calls on a daily basis.
• Be fully familiar with a lawyer’s duties regarding confidentiality, privilege and client care.
• Highly analytical with an ability to anticipate potential problems and creatively propose/implement solutions.
• Ability to effectively supervise the work product and daily workflow of two analysts; prior supervisory experience is preferred.

About Norton Rose Fulbright

At Norton Rose Fulbright, people thrive because of a shared commitment to quality, unity and integrity. The highly regarded law firm consistently receives recognition from Great Place to Work and Top Workplaces, two companies that specialize in assessing organizational culture. Teams collaborate across regions, value new ideas and deliver meaningful client solutions, supported by a culture that embraces ambition, development and shared success. With more than 3,000 lawyers and 3,000 business services professionals working together across 50 offices worldwide, this global law firm provides a full range of legal services to leading corporations and financial institutions operating in key markets and sectors.

For more about the firm, see their careers page. And see the complete job posting for more details on the job and to apply for this position.

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

• The Conflicts Attorney will report to Director of Risk Management & Client Intake Services while also taking direction from other department leadership, Firm Counsel and the Business Review Committee.
• The position will work closely with other members of the Client Intake and Conflicts Department and assist in supervision of processes and personnel involved in carrying out key processes that support the Firm’s critical risk management function.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assists in clearing lateral attorney conflicts of interest.
• Assists in supervision of conflicts of interest and new client and new matter intake processes as well as department personnel carrying out these functions.
• Assists in the creation, implementation and maintaining of Ethical Walls as needed.
• Develops expertise on conflicts rules and approaches in specific practice areas and possess and maintains knowledge of conflicts rules.
• Assists in training other conflicts and intake staff, lateral attorneys or other firm personnel on conflicts rules and intake procedures, providing reference materials, ethics opinions and other articles on current developments in this area.
• Serves as Subject Matter Expert (SME) with regard to operation of conflicts and new matter intake technologies, in particular Intapp Open, Intapp Terms, and assists in the training of other department or firm personnel on the use of this system as well as external databases and resources as part of the conflicts and due diligence process.
• Serves as SME on the Firm’s conflicts and new business intake system, as well as client due diligence research.
• Facilitates timely resolution of potential conflicts problems for attorneys Firm wide.
• Responds to Partner Conflict inquiries on a Firm-wide basis; interface with professionals and legal assistants at all levels of seniority, including partners, to confirm the status of existing or pending transactions and resolve identified conflict issues.
• Assists in preparation and follow-up of both engagement letters and waiver letters.
• Advises attorneys and staff on the Rules of Professional Conduct, including conflicts, and assist in adherence to such rules and Firm policies when drafting, reviewing and coordinating client engagement and conflict waiver letters.
• Assists in tracking and building a database of Firm identified business conflicts or lists of other potential intake issues as directed, ensuring timely completion of all conflicts review projects undertaken within the Firm.
• Review the daily new matter list in advance of circulation, identifying potential conflict or other intake issues as necessary and circulate the matter report summarizing any issues for review on a daily basis.
• Participates in BRC Meetings and follow-up on assigned tasks daily.
• Sends daily matter approval status summary reports for matters with unresolved issues.
• Assists in reviewing terms of engagement, including outside counsel guidelines, for conflicts and business issues.
• Assists with communicating Firm policies and procedures relating to conflicts and intake and make recommendations for changes when appropriate.
• Able to plan, organize and carry out multiple projects.
• Other duties may be assigned by the Director and other senior members of the risk management team.

Job Requirements:

• Licensed attorney with knowledge of rules of professional conduct, as they relate to conflicts, in all states where the Firm practices.
• 2+ years’ experience practicing in a law firm, preferably a large or mid-size law firm, or prior experience in client intake and conflicts issues.
• Proficient knowledge of large firm practices and operations.
• Sound judgement and discretion necessary to appropriately evaluate and clear conflicts.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Accuracy, attention to detail and good organizational skills.
• Demonstrated good business judgment and analytical skills are essential.
• Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong time-management skills and ability to multi-task, adapt to changing priorities, meet deadlines and manage a heavy workload.
• Strong team focused attitude towards other members of the Client Intake & Conflicts Department, and strong customer service focus towards assisting firm attorneys and staff.
• Ability to work or respond to emergencies after normal business hours as needed. Including the ability to run an emergency conflicts search from start to finish reporting the results as requested and conducting new client due diligence if needed.
• Ability to travel (limited).

Why Join Bradley?

We offer more than just a job — we provide a place to build your career. Bradley offers:

• Competitive salaries, commensurate with experience.
• Comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and retirement.
• Professional development support, including CLE tracking and training programs.
• A collaborative, inclusive, and supportive culture

For more about the firm, see their careers page. And see the complete job posting for more details on the position, and to apply.

And if you’re interested in seeing your firm’s listings here, please feel free to reach out…

In this BRB jobs update, I’m pleased to spotlight an open position at Farella: “Conflicts Analyst” —

• The Conflicts Analyst supports the delivery of quality legal services to clients by ensuring that the full administrative process for the intake of new matters is completed, including conflict clearance through accurate and thorough searching of parties for potential conflicts of interest.
• This position is based in San Francisco, CA but may be a hybrid position or a fully remote position in CA.

The Day-to-Day

• Identifies and analyzes potential risk considerations associated with new client and matter openings.
• Reviews conflict requests for completeness and accuracy, conducting corporate structure research as needed to verify and supplement party information.
• Conducts conflict searches within the Firm’s databases in support of new business intake, lateral hiring, and business development initiatives.
• Collaborates with Conflicts Attorneys and Firm personnel to resolve questions and clarify client and party information.
• Maintains the conflicts database, ensuring accurate and complete documentation of legal and business conflicts.
• Reviews client engagement agreements to confirm compliance with Firm templates and standards and provides relevant information and analysis to support the Business Intake Committee in evaluating and approving new client and matter requests.
• Tracks, monitors and follows up on outstanding intake requests and documentation, including engagement letters, Outside Counsel Guidelines, and conflict waivers and ensures all intake documents are properly profiled in accordance with Firm procedures.
• Processes and manages requests to update or modify client and matter information, ensuring accuracy and completeness.

REQUIREMENTS

Experience: Conflicts Analysts are required to have a minimum of two (2) years prior law firm conflicts and new business intake experience.

Education: High school diploma or GED required. College degree desirable.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Solid understanding of the key elements of conflict clearance and law firm new business intake requirements.
• Proficient in the use of MS Office Suite software (Word and Outlook)
• Familiarity with automated law firm conflicts and risk management applications and ability to attain an advanced knowledge of programs used by the firm (Aderant Sierra, iManage Conflict Manager and iManage Security Policy Manager) and use of corporate research resources (including CapitalIQ).
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Ability to work effectively within a team environment and to work proactively.
• Strong time management skills and the ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment; ability to coordinate multiple tasks concurrently and meet deadlines.
• Strong organizational skills, interpersonal skills and attention to detail.
• Demonstrate sound judgment and ability to maintain strict confidentiality in handling sensitive information.

Who We Are:

Farella Braun + Martel is a leading Northern California law firm representing corporate and private clients in sophisticated business transactions and complex commercial, civil and criminal litigation. Clients seek our imaginative legal solutions and the dynamism and intellectual creativity of our lawyers. We are headquartered in San Francisco and maintain an office in the Napa Valley that is focused on the wine industry.

Farella’s commitment to supporting the industries of Northern California and our entrepreneurial responsiveness to the regional demands have driven our growth and evolution. Nimbleness and opportunistic management have propelled our success for over 60 years. From trial prowess in high-stakes litigation to utility-scale renewable energy project development and complex

For more about the firm, see their careers page. And see the complete job posting for more details on the position, and to apply.

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In this BRB jobs update, following the earlier posting for a “Conflicts Resolution Attorney,” I’m pleased to spotlight a second open position at MoFo: “Sr. Conflicts Resolution Analyst” —

• The Senior Conflicts Resolution Analyst supports department objectives and priorities by assisting the Firm’s Conflicts of Interest Attorneys in reviewing and resolving conflict of interest reports and other conflict-related issues.
• Proactively communicates with attorneys and others regarding conflicts matters; performs in-depth research; develops and documents recommendations for resolution.
• Ensures high levels of client service and satisfaction in all areas of responsibility.

Conflict Report Review and Resolution

• Review conflict reports to identify and analyze potential conflicts issues, including those involving lateral attorney and staff hires.
• Research entity affiliations and related information using commercial databases.
• Collaborate with attorneys to assess conflicting matters and develop resolution recommendations.
• Provide guidance on resolving conflicts issues in accordance with Firm policies and guidance from Conflicts Counsel and the Office of General Counsel.
• Document conflicts analyses and resolutions in a timely manner.
• Assist in drafting and reviewing conflicts waivers, engagement letters, and Outside Counsel Guidelines.
• Implement ethical walls in accordance with Firm policies.
• Escalate complex or high-risk conflicts matters to Conflicts Counsel or Conflicts Resolution Attorneys as appropriate.
• Support departmental operations through participation in a shared coverage model, including availability outside standard business hours as needed.

Professional Development

• Maintain current knowledge of conflicts, new business intake, and legal industry trends.
• Utilize relevant technology to improve collaboration, client service, and efficiency.
• Contribute to projects and initiatives that enhance services to clients, attorneys, and the Firm.
• Develop expertise in conflicts analysis, risk assessment, and professional judgment through increasingly complex matters.

ABOUT YOU

• Four-year college degree required.
• Minimum 5 years of relevant conflicts experience involving issue identification, research, and resolution recommendations; conflicts resolution experience preferred.
• Experience with Intapp Open Conflicts, ServiceNow, Dun & Bradstreet, LexisNexis, iManage, and/or SPM preferred.
• Strong communication, interpersonal, analytical, and research skills, with attention to detail and the ability to work effectively in time-sensitive situations.
• Knowledge of conflicts principles, procedures, and risk management practices, with sound independent judgment and appropriate escalation of risk issues.
• Ability to manage competing priorities, maintain confidentiality, and handle sensitive Firm information with discretion.

ABOUT MOFO

At MoFo, we collaborate as one firm, across borders, practice areas, and business functions and value fresh ideas and innovation over conformity and competition.

• About Us: https://www.mofo.com/about
• Inclusion + Engagement: https://www.mofo.com/community/we-at-mofo
• Commitment to Pro Bono: https://careers.mofo.com/careers-pro-bono
• The MoFo Foundation: https://www.mofo.com/culture/mofo-foundation

See the complete job posting for more details on the position and to apply.

And if you’re interested in seeing your firm’s listings here, please feel free to reach out…

In this BRB jobs update, I’m pleased to spotlight an open position at MoFo: “Conflicts Resolution Attorney“-

• The Conflicts Resolution Attorney aligns work with department objectives and priorities while adhering to guidelines and procedures established by the Firm’s conflicts counsel.
• Assists partners and conflicts attorneys in reviewing and resolving conflicts reports and addressing related conflicts of interest issues.
• Proactively communicates with attorneys, senior risk managers, and other stakeholders regarding conflicts matters.
• Conducts in-depth research, develops recommendations for resolution, drafts conflict waivers and related documentation, and records clearance determinations.
• Participates in risk management training and professional development initiatives. Ensures client service excellence and satisfaction in all aspects of the role.

Conflicts of Interest

• Expedite conflict report resolution by researching firm databases, identifying and prioritizing potential conflicts, collaborating with responsible attorneys to resolve issues, and documenting outcomes.
• Review and approve conflict reports resolved by Conflicts Resolution Analysts; advise on ethical wall matters.
• Draft and review conflicts waiver language for engagement letters, waivers, and Outside Counsel Guidelines.
• Support Conflicts Counsel and the Office of the General Counsel by participating in privileged discussions and advising attorneys and staff on conflicts issues, consistent with role and supervision.
• Analyze complex conflicts issues using systematic, practical approaches aligned with Firm business objectives and risk management guidelines.
• Assist with conflicts-related projects and provide backup support to Conflicts Counsel, as needed.
• Participate in a shared coverage model, including scheduled hours outside standard business hours as required.

Training and Development

• Advise and train Conflicts Analysts on identifying and resolving conflicts issues, aligning department objectives with Firm goals and client needs.
• Collaborate with the Assistant General Counsel & Director, Conflicts/New Business and Conflicts Counsel to enhance conflicts policies, procedures, and risk management strategies.
• Assist with firmwide and individual conflicts training initiatives, as needed.

Professional Development

• Assume increasing responsibility and leadership opportunities as experience and expertise grow.
• Stay current on industry trends and compliance developments related to conflicts of interest.
• Maintain proficiency in relevant technology to enhance teamwork, efficiency, and client service.
• Contribute to major, complex projects that enhance the value of Department services to the Firm and its clients.

ABOUT YOU

• J.D. required and admission in good standing in a U.S. jurisdiction (California or state of hiring office preferred).
• Minimum two years of relevant law firm or legal experience, including exposure to conflicts resolution, ethics, risk management, and/or compliance, with strong knowledge of conflicts of interest rules and conflict resolution processes.
• Proficiency in standard business software; familiarity with IntApp Conflicts, ServiceNow, iManage/SPM, and Sitescan preferred.
• Demonstrated ability to exercise sound independent judgment, conduct strong legal research and analysis, and interpret complex information accurately.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills, with the ability to present complex ideas clearly and succinctly.
• Strong leadership, collaboration, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build effective relationships in a client service–focused environment.
• Proactive, strategic, and highly organized, with a strong commitment to quality, continuous improvement, and the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines under pressure.

ABOUT MOFO

At MoFo, we collaborate as one firm, across borders, practice areas, and business functions and value fresh ideas and innovation over conformity and competition.

• About Us: https://www.mofo.com/about
• Inclusion + Engagement: https://www.mofo.com/community/we-at-mofo
• Commitment to Pro Bono: https://careers.mofo.com/careers-pro-bono
• The MoFo Foundation: https://www.mofo.com/culture/mofo-foundation

See the complete job posting for more details on the position and to apply.

And if you’re interested in seeing your firm’s listings here, please feel free to reach out…

In this BRB jobs update, I’m pleased to spotlight a single open position at Fredrikson that is open to either an “entry level” or a “Mid-Senior level” candidate: “Conflicts Counsel (Entry Level),” or “Conflicts Counsel (Mid-Senior Level)” —

• Mid-Senior Level Option: We are seeking an experienced Conflicts Attorney to join our firm. This role is essential for ensuring the highest standards of legal and business conflict resolution. The Conflicts Attorney will work closely with the Ethics Counsel and members of the Office of the General Counsel to identify and resolve potential conflicts, conduct due diligence on new clients, and ensure compliance with firm policies. This is a hybrid work position.
  • Key Responsibilities Include
    • Review new business conflict submissions for clarity and completeness.
    • Analyze conflicts reports to identify potential conflicts, risk management issues, anti-money laundering concerns, and client relationship issues.
    • Facilitate the resolution of complex former client and material limitation conflicts.
    • Prepare detailed disclosure reports and communicate potential conflicts to requesting attorneys.
    • Draft waivers and consents and advise on ethical issues related to withdrawal, ethical walls and screening.
    • Negotiate with lawyers to resolve disputes over conflicts and waivers.
    • Act as a legal advisor on conflicts of interest issues.
    • Elevate significant conflicts to the Ethics Counsel as needed.
    • Collaborate with Intapp consultants and stakeholders to improve the user experience and maintain database accuracy.
    • Participate in vendor user groups and demonstrations to explore new processing methods and potential vendors.
  • Qualifications
    • Juris Doctor degree and active bar license from at least one jurisdiction where Fredrikson operates.
    • Experience in conflicts/new business or law firm risk management, preferably at a mid-to-large sized law firm.
    • 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.
    • Knowledge of the Rules of Professional Conduct and their application.
    • Understanding of jurisdictional differences in legal principles and choice of law analysis.
    • Proficiency in Intapp Open, 3E is strongly preferred.
    • Ability work effectively in a hybrid environment.
    • Strong analytical reasoning and research skills.
    • Effectively cope with change; can decide and act without having the total picture.
    • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
    • Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
    • Ability to work independently and exercise sound judgment.
    • Collaborative, with a customer service-oriented approach.

• Entry Level Option: We are seeking a Junior Conflicts Counsel to join our risk management team. This role is ideal for a junior attorney interested in developing expertise in conflicts of interest, professional responsibility, and law firm operations. You will work closely with senior conflicts and ethics counsel to analyze conflicts issues, advise attorneys, and support the firm’s client intake and compliance processes.
  • Key Responsibilities Include
    • Analyze conflict reports and resolve conflicts of interest for new business intake
    • Identify potential and actual conflicts/ethics issues and escalate complex issues as needed
    • Prepare clear and concise communications to senior conflicts counsel identifying all potential issues found in the conflict report in order to provide recommendations to facilitate conflict resolution
    • Draft and review conflict waivers, engagement letter provisions, and related disclosures
    • Partner with conflicts analysts to ensure accurate data entry and timely matter opening
    • Assist with ethical screens and ongoing conflicts monitoring
    • Conduct legal research on professional responsibility issues
    • Support development of policies, procedures, and internal training materials
    • Coordinate with the conflicts team to update and maintain the conflicts database and ensure accurate conflict reporting.
  • Our Ideal Candidates Will Have
    • JD and active bar admission (or ability to obtain admission)
    • 1–4 years of legal experience (law firm experience preferred)
    • Strong analytical, research, and writing skills
    • Interest in legal ethics, conflicts, or risk management
    • Excellent attention to detail and sound judgment
    • Ability to communicate clearly with attorneys and professional staff
    • Experience with conflicts systems (e.g., Intapp) is a plus

Benefits

Our comprehensive benefits options include medical, dental, vision, basic and supplemental life insurance, short- and long-term disability, employee resource benefits (inclusive of counseling, coaching, and caregiving guidance), paid parental leave, parenting classes, pre-tax parking and transportation options, and much more! Our retirement plan includes financial planning, Social Security/Medicare planning, 401k/Roth investment options, and a firm-paid profit-sharing contribution. Benefits are subject to eligibility requirements and other terms and conditions.

About Fredrikson

With a reputation as the firm “where law and business meet,” our attorneys and staff bring business acumen and entrepreneurial thinking to operate as business advisors, strategic partners, and legal counselors to our clients. To best serve our clients, we provide innovative solutions to legal needs while reflecting inclusion and diversity as core values. We offer highly competitive salaries and comprehensive benefits in a collaborative work environment. The firm’s 400+ attorneys serve clients through our ten locations around the world: Minneapolis, Saint Paul, and Mankato, MN; Bismarck and Fargo, ND; Ames and Des Moines, IA; Madison, WI; Saltillo, Mexico; and Shanghai, China. Visit www.fredlaw.com for more information.

Fredrikson is an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply. Fredrikson does not discriminate in its recruiting, hiring or employment practices on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, age, sex, pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions, national origin, ancestry, marital status, familial status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, military or veteran status, genetic information, status with regard to public assistance, and any other characteristics protected by applicable local, state, and/or federal laws.

See their careers site for more on the company and work environment, see the completes job postings: “Conflicts Counsel (Entry Level),” or “Conflicts Counsel (Mid-Senior Level)” for more details on the position and to apply.

And if you’re interested in seeing your firm’s listings here, please feel free to reach out…

In this BRB jobs update, I’m pleased to spotlight an open position at Dentons US: “Outside Counsel Guidelines Attorney” —

• Dentons US LLP is recruiting for an Outside Counsel Guidelines Attorney to join the Conflicts and New Matter Intake team.
• This position will provide support to all levels of personnel throughout the Firm and US Region and will be responsible for review and analysis of client drafted terms or outside counsel guidelines, onboarding questionnaires, and related tasks and projects as necessary.
• This is a fully remote position and open to any Dentons US location.

Responsibilities

• Review and provide thorough and timely analysis of client terms/outside counsel guidelines in order to identify and advise on risk and contractual issues.
• Liaise with various business and legal teams firmwide regarding negotiation of client terms.
• Advise on responses to RFPs/pitches.
• Prepare responses to client audits/assessments with assistance from other firm departments.
• Assist the Office of the General Counsel with various projects related to client terms and other client engagement activities.
• Proactively communicate with firm leadership on complex client engagement issues and other related topics.
• Maintain thorough, accurate, and current records of all terms negotiations in order to ensure integrity of the database and assist in compliance with accepted terms.
• Other duties as may be assigned to fully meet the requirements of the position.

Experience & Qualifications

• Ideal candidate will be licensed to practice law with at least 2+ years of client terms review experience in a large law firm setting.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Able to work productively with firm personnel at all levels.
• Excellent customer/client facing skills.
• Strong analytical, interpersonal and organizational skills.
• Methodical approach to work with a focus on accuracy, attention to details, consistency and quality.
• Able to effectively negotiate with and influence colleagues and others to achieve a successful outcome.
• Able to maintain a sophisticated bank of knowledge on the firm’s approach to client term acceptance.
• Able to work under pressure with tight project deadlines.
• Adaptable to differing demands, able to prioritize tasks where appropriate and ensure complete ‘follow through’ on outstanding issues.
• Able to make recommendations to effectively resolve problems or issues by using judgment that is consistent with standards, practices, policies, procedures, regulation or government law.

About Dentons

• Our business service professionals play a significant role in the success of the firm and are key in providing support at all levels. Our staff members come to us with a variety of professional and industry backgrounds. We recruit individuals who have demonstrated a commitment to providing the highest level of service to our internal and external clients.
• We are committed to ensuring that all applicants receive an equal opportunity for employment. We take steps to attract applicants from all backgrounds. Recruitment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, ancestry, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, marital status, age (over 40), disability (including AIDS, and cancer-related medical condition), or veteran status.
• Prior law firm experience is a plus. However, we invite all qualified candidates to view our current business service professionals vacancies below.

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

And if you’re interested in seeing your firm’s listings here, please feel free to reach out…

In this BRB jobs update, I’m pleased to highlight an open role at McNees: “Conflicts Analyst” —

• McNees, Wallace & Nurick is actively seeking a Conflicts Analyst to join our New Business Intake & Research Department.
• At McNees, we believe our people are our greatest asset. We foster a culture of integrity, innovation, and collaboration – where your ideas matter, and your contributions make a real impact.
• This position supports the New Business Intake & Research Department and Firm Counsel in promptly responding to all new business requests submitted firm-wide, including requests related to existing and potential new clients as well as requests related to new hires and requests for proposal.
• The conflicts analyst is called upon to communicate complicated information, handle multiple complex situations, and produce high-quality work in a timely manner.
• The primary responsibility of the analyst is to provide analysis and guidance regarding conflicts of interest related to new business and lateral hires.

Responsibilities:

• Analyze conflict reports for new business and potential laterals, as well as RFPs, and communicate effectively and confidentially with internal clients to maintain a responsive and thorough conflicts onboarding process for new talent and new business.
• Work with other Department members by responding in a timely manner to requests.
• Incorporate information from emails, comments, and phone conversations to ensure that all known information about new business is fully incorporated in the analysis process.
• Correct inconsistent party information on requests as submitted.
• Assist with the identification of additional parties based on information from various sources.
• Handle the client intake process from beginning to end, including running diligence. Know when to escalate conflict issues.
• Identify and perform large-scale projects to reconcile party information in the conflicts database.
• Field questions from staff and attorney users regarding intake/conflicts software.
• Must have a curious and customer service oriented mindset, be comfortable communicating effectively and clearly with attorneys and legal assistants
• Recommend process/service improvements, solutions, policy changes and/or major variations from established policy to better meet the needs of both internal and external clients.
• Ensure that services are delivered effectively and efficiently; ensure compliance with Firm policies and procedures; assist in the development of office or department procedures and processes; attend regular staff meetings and training; work effectively with other departments and work groups, including timely follow-up and frequent communications.
• Exercise independent judgment and discretion.
• Assist with a wide range of research projects as necessary.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• Law firm and conflicts of interest analysis or related risk management initiatives.
• Familiarity with Upfront, Intapp, or other conflicts database software and diligence tools.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent interpersonal and conflict resolution skills.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Strong analytical, research, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently and take ownership of work within a team.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.
• Leverage firm and department resources to provide a timely and thorough response to all incoming inquiries.
• Production of quality work that upholds the expectations set by the goals of the Department.
• Listen and respond to all inquiries in a professional and sensitive manner and navigate various communication styles to effectively deliver analysis and give advice that is informed, objective, and succinct.
• Handle sensitive or difficult issues with confidence and professionalism.
• Leverage technology to maintain an appropriately lean operation and promote efficiency across the firm.

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

About McNees:

Joining McNees Wallace & Nurick LLC means becoming part of a team that values your voice, your growth, and your impact on clients, colleagues, and the communities we serve. Since 1935, McNees has been a trusted, client-focused law firm delivering practical, results-driven legal solutions with integrity and a client-first philosophy. We are a full-service firm with more than 150 attorneys and 300 professionals, committed to excellence across a wide range of practice areas and industries.

At McNees, we are guided by our core values of authentic relationships, excellence, growth, and balance to foster collaboration and innovation. We support your success through mentorship, leadership development, and continuous learning opportunities. Our commitment to community runs deep, with a strong tradition of stewardship through pro bono work, charitable initiatives, and civic engagement. We also prioritize flexibility and well-being with a family-focused culture, reasonable revenue hour expectations, and technology that drives efficiency.

If you’re looking for an opportunity to do meaningful work with people who value integrity and collaboration, you’ll feel at home at McNees.

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This week, I’m pleased to highlight an open role at Davis Wright Tremaine: “Conflicts Staff Attorney” —

• This is an exciting opportunity to work for one of the top law firms in the U.S.! Davis Wright Tremaine LLP is looking for a Conflicts Staff Attorney to join our team in our Seattle, Portland, Los Angeles, Culver City, or San Francisco offices.
• This position offers the flexibility to be fully remote while working within reasonable commuting distance from any of our offices.
• This position is responsible for performing a variety of tasks related to the screening of potential client engagements in accordance with the firm’s risk management procedures and policies.
• At Davis Wright Tremaine, you will find challenging assignments, opportunities for professional growth and community involvement, and a culture of inclusion. DWT fosters inclusiveness and authenticity. Regardless of position, everyone here has a voice and the support is unparalleled.

On a typical day you will:

• Undertake and analyze conflicts database searches with respect to new matters for prospective and existing clients, to highlight potential conflict issues for attorneys initiating new clients and new matters for existing clients
• Assist intake attorneys in clearing potential conflicts that may exist based on analysis of the firm’s conflict system through contact with firm attorneys who are responsible for prior matters identified as presenting potential conflict issues
• Assist in identification of conflicts of interest, and assist in drafting waivers with respect to those conflicts that a client or a former client may waive under the applicable Rules of Professional Conduct
• Participate in training sessions for attorneys and staff regarding the firm’s conflict screening and new client/new matter intake processes
• Update department training materials on conflict and new business intake issues
• Run special searches as needed (i.e. prior relations of new attorneys, potential merger, etc.) to identify potential conflict issues
• Participate in special projects involving new business intake best practices and risk management initiatives
• Assist with other administrative tasks, and/or support as assigned

Join us if you have:

• 3+ years prior experience as an attorney conducting conflict analysis in a large law firm environment is highly desirable
  JD required
• Demonstrated knowledge of conflict-of-interest rules under the Rule of Professional Conduct required; prior experience with conflict analysis in a large law firm environment is ideal
• Strong communication skills, verbal and written
• Ability to build relationships with other attorneys to gain confidence in the conflicts analysis and approval process
• Attention to detail, analysis and organizational skills
• Strong interpersonal skills, team player able to work in a fast-paced environment
• Strong customer service skills, including understanding and responding quickly to a variety of inquiries
• Ability to work under pressure and meet project deadlines
• Experience with Microsoft Office is required; experience with Intapp Open or related products is preferred

About Davis Wright Tremaine

Davis Wright Tremaine LLP is an AmLaw 100 law firm with 9 offices nationwide. We are relentlessly committed to client service and look for candidates who share that commitment. At DWT, client service means having empathy for each client’s and each lawyer’s work and personal pressures, business objectives, and legal needs; anticipating their needs; and having the capabilities and commitment to deliver what matters most to them.

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