Bressler Risk Blog

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

• We are seeking an experienced Senior Conflicts Analyst to join our Conflicts Team.
• This position is critical to protecting the Firm by identifying and analyzing potential conflicts of interest related to new business intake, lateral hires, and other firm initiatives.
• The Senior Conflicts Analyst brings strong judgment, advanced research skills, and a collaborative mindset to support attorneys and business partners across the Firm.
• This position reports to the Conflicts Manager and works closely with Conflicts Resolution Specialists, Conflicts Counsel, attorneys, and other stakeholders.

Why Join Us:

• This is an opportunity to take on a senior-level analytical role within a collaborative Conflicts Team. You will work on complex, high-impact matters, support Firm-wide risk management, and continue building deep expertise in legal ethics and conflicts analysis.

Key Responsibilities Include:

• Perform advanced conflicts searches and analysis for new matters and lateral hires.
• Research and analyze corporate family structures, subsidiaries, and affiliations using multiple research tools.
• Review intake materials with a critical eye to identify potential conflicts of interest and assess risk.
• Prepare clear, well-reasoned written summaries and/or recommendations regarding routine conflicts issues.
• Support lateral hire conflict reviews, including coordination with HR and evaluation of portable and non-portable matters.
• Serve as a resource to junior analysts by providing guidance on search strategy, issue spotting, and documentation.
• Respond to attorney and staff inquiries with professionalism, clarity, and efficiency.
• Contribute to process improvements, quality control efforts, and testing of conflicts tools and workflows.
• Handle sensitive and confidential information with discretion and sound judgment.

Our Ideal Candidates Will Have:

• 5+ years of experience in conflicts analysis, risk management, or a related role within a large law firm or professional services environment.
• Strong working knowledge of conflicts rules under the Rules of Professional Conduct.
• Associate’s degree or equivalent experience required; Bachelor’s degree or paralegal certificate strongly preferred.
• Expertise with conflicts systems such as Intapp Open, Elite, or similar platforms.
• Expertise with corporate research tools (e.g., Dun & Bradstreet Family Tree or comparable resources).
• Advanced skills in Microsoft Outlook, Word, and Excel.
• Excellent analytical skills with the ability to clearly explain risk and issues to non-technical audiences.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Highly organized, detail-oriented, and able to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Understanding of conflict resolution methods such as waivers and ethical screens.
• Experience mentoring or supporting junior team members 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 care-giving 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

Diversity and inclusion are core values of Fredrikson & Byron. To best serve our clients, we provide innovative solutions to legal needs by cultivating a diverse workforce. 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. 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 & Byron is a leading Midwest law firm working collaboratively to help businesses achieve their goals regionally, nationally and globally. With a reputation as the firm “where law and business meet,” our attorneys bring business acumen and entrepreneurial thinking to work with clients and operate as business advisors and strategic partners as well as legal counselors. 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 425 attorneys serve clients from offices in Minnesota, Iowa, North Dakota, Wisconsin, Mexico and China. Learn more at fredlaw.com or LinkedIn.

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

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In this BRB jobs update, I’m pleased to spotlight two open positions at Dentons Canada: “Conflicts Attorney” and “Senior Conflicts Attorney” —

The opportunity in summary:

• A fully remote position.
• Dentons Canada is seeking a Conflicts Attorney and a Senior Conflicts Attorney to join our Canada conflicts team, reporting to the Conflicts Director and with exposure to the Canada General Counsel. The Conflicts Attorney and Senior Conflicts Attorney will assist with complex legal and commercial conflict of interest issues Firm wide.
• We are specifically seeking: US conflicts attorneys, with substantive conflicts experience of minimum 18 months under the US professional rules for the Conflicts Attorney role, and 4 years for the Senior Conflicts Attorney role, at preferably an international business, or large national, law firm —this is an essential requirement. Training in the applicable Canadian professional rules, which are substantially similar to the US rules, will be provided — this is not needed in advance.
• A prior fee earning background of minimum a few years at preferably an international business, or national, law firm is highly desirable but not essential. Commercial acumen is essential. Intapp experience is highly preferred. The ability to perform searches independently (ideally on Intapp, or another similar platform) from scratch is essential.
• All North America time zones will be considered.
• Ample opportunity for development into a leadership role for the right person.

Primary Responsibilities – the below are indicative:
*****Please note that training in the applicable Canadian professional rules, which are substantially similar to the US rules, will be provided — this is not needed in advance.

As a member of the Canada Region’s conflicts team, the Conflicts Attorney / Senior Conflicts Attorney will have the following primary responsibilities:

• In relation to potential and existing matters: develop search strategies, and analyze and facilitate resolution of complex legal conflicts of interest and confidential information issues under the relevant rules of professional conduct, and the Firm’s own conflicts policies.
• Identify, analyze and facilitate resolution of complex potential commercial conflicts issues with the partnership, including, where appropriate, drafting complex consent terms and proactively providing solutions.
• In relation to Firm responses to RFPs: completing the conflicts analysis and conflicts statements, and navigating potential tricky commercial / policy issues.
• Review client terms and advise on potential conflicts issues, including providing commercially appropriate solutions in light of how the Firm is positioned vis-à-vis other clients / market sectors etc.
• Review lateral hire mandates for potential conflicts and advise on appropriate solutions. This includes communicating directly with lateral candidates.
• Proactively brokering discussions between partners Firmwide and other stakeholders as necessary to navigate and resolve legal and commercial conflicts, and policy issues.
• Input into Firm wide policy issues, including sector positioning, as it relates to conflicts.
• Provide ad hoc advice to partners and other fee earners as required.
• Draft and review conflicts-related language for client engagement letters.
• Respond to inquiries from attorneys regarding conflicts principles and issues.
• Contribute to the department’s ‘know how’ system.
• From time to time, assist other colleagues with queries and help train junior members, if needed.
• From time-to-time, develop and deliver training.
• Other duties as assigned to fully meet the requirements of the position.

Qualifications and Requirements:

• Must hold a law degree and be admitted to practice law in the US.
• Comprehensive knowledge of US conflicts rules and guidelines—US knowledge is transferable to the Canadian context.
• Prior substantive and demonstrable conflicts experience under the US rules is essential—minimum 18 months for the Conflicts Attorney role, and 4 years for the Senior Conflicts Attorney role, preferably with an international business law firm, or a large national law firm.
• Highly desirable – a prior fee earning background of minimum a few years at preferably an international business law firm, or national law firm.
• Knowledge of a variety of practice areas, including insolvency, to understand where possible conflicts issues may arise within them.
• Intapp experience highly preferred.
• Understands, without prompting, that there may be occasions where it is necessary to work beyond standard business hours given the nature of conflicts at an international law firm.
• The ability to perform searches independently (ideally on Intapp, or another similar platform) from scratch is essential.

Key skills / attributes:

• Proactive and ongoing knowledge of the applicable conflicts rules and resources.
• Excellent ability to present complex legal and commercial issues to partners under time pressurized circumstances, recognizing what is relevant and what is not.
• Excellent and demonstrable commercial acumen, and application of pragmatic thinking and common sense.
• Ability to recognize / test / probe issues independently and present a defensible analysis, often under pressure.
• Ability to deal with incomplete / ambiguous information and make sound judgment calls.
• Ability to work under pressure and manage competing deadlines effectively.
• Exceptional attention to detail and able to think critically.
• Ability to ‘think outside of the box’ and take the initiative.
• Knowledge of a wide area of legal practices including, but not limited to, corporate, financing and insolvency.
• Proactively issue spotting.
• Able to think on the spot and be quick learner.
• Demonstrate efficiency and thoroughness in work, with a methodical and organized approach.
• Maintain confidentiality and exercise discretion with sensitive information.
• Exhibit strong teamwork skills, and interact positively at all levels within the Firm.
• Remain composed under pressure.
• Proactive and client-focused with an ability to leverage problem-solving and analytical skills to solution complex issues.
• Excellent communication skills, both orally and in writing, and can manage difficult situations under pressure and within tight deadlines.
• Work with minimal supervision.
• Upholds the Firm’s values, promoting equal opportunities and diversity.
• Acts as a professional ambassador for the Firm, demonstrating commitment to privacy and ethical conduct.

What Dentons Offers:
Join a firm that is recognized as one of Canada’s Top 100 Employers!

Comprehensive total rewards package, including, but not limited to:

• Competitive salary and health benefits, virtual healthcare services, and RRSP matching program.
• Fully remote role.
• Intellectually stimulating and rewarding work in conflicts and ethics.
• Exposure to senior partners in Canada and globally, and to the Canada General Counsel.
• Opportunities for professional growth.

See their careers page for more on the firm and work environment. To apply: please send a detailed resume to: conflictsrecruitment.canada@dentons.com

*We thank all applicants who apply, however, only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

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In this latest jobs update, I’m pleased to spotlight an open role at Latham & Watkins: “OGC Counsel – Conflicts & Ethics” —

• The OGC Counsel is an integral part of Latham’s Office of the General Counsel team.
• This role will be responsible for resolving professional ethics conflicts and related compliance issues by applying legal ethics rules, professional responsibility principles, Latham & Watkins policies, and practical judgment to lateral clearances, new business matters, outside counsel guidelines, engagement terms, waivers, ethics walls, and related risk-management issues, while coordinating with partners, Ethics Committee Members, and other stakeholders to resolve conflicts issues, communicating status updates and following through until the matter is resolved or appropriately escalated.
• This role can be located in any of our US offices.
• Please note that this role may be eligible for a flexible working schedule that allows for a hybrid and in-office presence.

Responsibilities & Qualifications

• Conflicts of Interest
  • Applying knowledge of professional responsibility rules and relevant Latham procedures, policies, and practices to resolve lateral attorney and new matter conflicts, advising Ethics Committee Members, firm attorneys, and other stakeholders throughout the process
  • Reviewing situation-specific conflicts checks as needed; analyzing the results in light of applicable rules and firm policies; identifying potential conflicts of interest and determining appropriate next steps, including clearance, waiver, screening, or escalation
• Engagement Terms & Other Issues
  • Analyzing outside counsel guidelines, non-standard engagement letters, and RFPs received from clients; identifying issues related to conflicts, ethics, liability, and firm policy; coordinating with partners and other stakeholders to resolve or escalate those issues
  • Drafting, reviewing, and advising on waivers, ethics walls, engagement letters, and related documents in coordination with Senior Counsel and Managing Counsel as appropriate
• Legal Research & Training
  • Conducting legal research on ethics rules, professional responsibility issues, and conflicts-related topics as needed to support the resolution of assigned matters or team projects
  • Helping prepare and deliver trainings for attorneys and staff on conflicts, ethics, professional responsibility, and related topics, in collaboration with Senior Counsel, Managing Counsel, and other OGC colleagues
• General & Administrative
  • Contributing reliably to shared inboxes, urgent matters, weekend coverage, and team processes
  • Supporting partner audits and other OGC or Ethics Committee projects in collaboration with Senior Counsel, Managing Counsel, and other OGC colleagues
  • Protecting and maintaining any highly sensitive, confidential, privileged, financial, and/or proprietary information that Latham & Watkins retains

We’d love to hear from you if you:

• Demonstrate knowledge of legal ethics rules, professional responsibility principles, and conflicts of interest analysis
• Display strong written and oral communication skills, with excellent attention to detail and the ability to translate conflicts and ethics concepts into practical guidance
• Possess the ability to communicate effectively and professionally with attorneys, OGC colleagues, Ethics Committee Members, Analysts, Assistants, and business professionals at all levels of the firm

And have:

• A Juris Doctor (JD) or equivalent
• Admission to the relevant state bar with active status
• Minimum of two (2) years of experience in legal ethics, conflicts of interest, professional responsibility, or a closely related area of law firm risk management required; law firm experience preferred.
• Experience with conflicts clearance processes, engagement terms, outside counsel guidelines, waivers, or ethics walls is strongly preferred.

About Latham & Watkins

• Latham & Watkins is one of the world’s leading global law firms advising the businesses and institutions that drive the global economy.
• We are the market leaders in major financial and business centers around the world. Our investment in people, commitment to innovation, and focus on the future empower you to build an incredible career and thrive as an exceptional professional in a supportive culture.
• If you aspire to be the best, and work with the best, this is where you belong.

See their careers page 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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Pleased to spotlight a new risk opening at Bass, Berry & Sims: “Matter Mobility Manager” —

Summary:

• The Matter Mobility Manager will have responsibility for the intake, transfer, and release of client files and matter-related information as attorneys and clients join or depart the firm.
• Reporting to the Chief Risk Management Officer, this position serves as the firm’s primary point of contact for lateral attorney file transfers, working directly with incoming and departing attorneys, their staff, prior firms, and clients to ensure that matter mobility is handled with accuracy, professionalism, and appropriate attention to the firm’s legal and ethical obligations.
• This is a hands-on role for a practitioner who combines process discipline with strong interpersonal skills. The successful candidate will personally manage matter mobility work while designing the workflows, documentation, and standards that will allow the function to scale with the firm’s continued growth.

Responsibilities:

• Serve as the firm’s primary point of contact for lateral attorney integration as it relates to client file transfers, coordinating with incoming attorneys, prior firms, clients, and internal departments including Conflicts, Information Technology, and Research & Information Governance.
• Manage the end-to-end matter mobility process for incoming and outgoing attorneys and clients, including intake of electronic and physical client files, verification of file completeness, and appropriate documentation of transfers.
• Communicate directly with attorneys and firm leadership regarding transfer status, timelines, and expectations, providing a high level of client service throughout the integration process.
• Develop, document, and continuously improve standardized workflows for matter intake, transfer, and release consistent with applicable ethical and legal requirements.
• Coordinate with the Research & Information Governance Manager to ensure transferred matter information is appropriately incorporated into the firm’s document management and records systems.
• Advise attorneys and staff on matter mobility procedures and obligations, including file release requirements upon client or attorney departure.
• Support the firm’s broader risk management objectives, including the development of documentation practices that support future audit readiness.
• Undertake other duties as requested by the Chief Risk Management Officer.

Requirements. To perform this job successfully, an individual must:

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience required.
• Minimum of five years of experience in records management, information governance, matter mobility, or a related function within a law firm or professional services environment.
• Direct experience managing lateral attorney file transfers or comparable matter lifecycle processes strongly preferred.
• Proficiency with iManage or comparable document management systems; familiarity with Intapp or similar intake and conflicts platforms desired.
• Familiarity with secure file transfer platforms and data migration tools used in law firm matter transfers; experience with transfer-related workflows in iManage (such as imports, exports, and matter-level security) preferred.
• Working knowledge of the ethical and legal requirements governing client file ownership, transfer, and release.
• Exceptional interpersonal and client service skills, including the professional presence to work directly with attorneys, firm leadership, and external counsel, and the judgment to manage expectations under time pressure.
• Strong organizational skills and meticulous attention to detail.
• Demonstrated ability to build processes and documentation from limited existing structure.
• Team orientation and the ability to partner effectively across administrative departments.

About Bass Berry & Sims

• At Bass, Berry & Sims, the contributions of every employee are highly valued as part of the firm’s success. Whether you are involved behind the scenes or have direct contact with clients, you will be part of an exceptional team committed to providing superior service to our attorneys, our clients and the communities in which we live.
• We believe our strength lies in the diversity of perspectives, experiences, and talents that each individual brings to our firm. We are committed to fostering an inclusive culture where every person is valued, supported, and empowered to contribute meaningfully. By embracing and celebrating our differences, we create an environment where innovation thrives, and exceptional client service is delivered.
• Bass, Berry & Sims is committed to the well-being of everyone who works at the firm. In demonstration of this commitment, we were one of the first law firms to sign on to the American Bar Association’s (ABA) Well-Being Pledge. The Pledge aims to improve the mental health landscape and to prevent substance use within the legal profession.

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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Following last week’s post regarding the open Conflicts Attorney position at Fisher Phillips, this week I’m pleased to highlight a second open role at the firm: “New Business Intake Analyst.”

The job description is below, to apply: visit their job application portal.

• Work Arrangement: This is a full-time, fully remote position. We are seeking candidates based in the West Coast time zones.
  Position Summary
• Fisher Phillips, a leading international labor and employment law firm, is expanding our intake team and seeking two talented Conflicts Analysts to support our operations in the West Coast time zone. In these pivotal roles, you’ll play a central part in launching new client matters, streamlining workflows, and ensuring our firm delivers the responsive, high-quality service we’re known for. Your expertise will help power our national operations and reinforce our commitment to excellence across every time zone we serve.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide contextual analysis of conflicts results
• Manage the department’s intake of requests from attorneys, Accounting, and others, and provide accurate and timely responses
• Perform conflict searches to facilitate the processing of change requests
• Assist the department manager with lateral conflicts check process
• Perform conflict searches for new clients and new matters including reviewing and analyzing results
• Review new matter requests for accuracy and adherence to firm policy and procedures
• Ensure timely processing of new matter intake forms within Intapp
• Communicate with lawyers and legal administrative assistants and answer questions regarding matter-opening procedures
• Assist in firm technology projects involving new business intake
• Other duties as assigned

Requirements

• Ability to take full ownership of assigned duties.
• Minimum three (3) years of experience in a law firm environment with new business and conflicts experience.
• Experience with Intapp, iManage and Aderant.
• Excellent written, oral, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Exceptional organizational skills.
• Detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.
• Demonstrated ability to independently plan and coordinate work with others as necessary to bring projects to successful completion.
• Displays good judgment in handling confidential information.
• Ability to communicate with attorneys and firm personnel at all levels.
• Highly self-motivated, self-directed, and attentive to detail.
• Ability to effectively prioritize and execute tasks in a high-pressure environment.
• Extensive experience working in a team-oriented, collaborative environment.
• Ability to foster and grow positive team-oriented working relationships.

Equal Opportunity / FCA statement
Qualified applications with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with both the FCO and the California Fair Chance Act (FCA).

Equal Opportunity Employer
Fisher Phillips is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants, regardless of race, ethnicity, religion, sex (including related medical conditions), gender, sexual orientation, national origin, citizenship status, veteran status, marital status, pregnancy, age, disability, or any other protected status, in compliance with all applicable laws.

Compensation
The hourly range for this position is $37.00 – $46.00. Actual base pay within this range will be determined by several components, including but not limited to, location, relevant experience, internal equity, skills, qualifications, and other job-related factors permitted by law.

Why Join Us
At Fisher Phillips, exceptional talent is the foundation of our success. Joining our team means collaborating in a professional, dynamic environment leveraging cutting-edge technology. Our leadership fosters professional growth and provides opportunities to challenge yourself.

Our comprehensive benefits include health, dental, and vision insurance, a 401(k) with profit sharing, 15 days of paid time off (including sick leave as applicable), and 10 paid holidays per benefit year. Wellness programs and 24/7 telehealth services support your overall well-being. Visit www.fisherphillips.com to learn more.

To apply: visit the Fisher Phillips job application portal.

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This week, I’m pleased to highlight an open role at Fisher Phillips: Conflicts Attorney.

The job description is below, to apply: visit their job application portal.

• Fisher Phillips, a premier international labor and employment law firm, is seeking an experienced Conflicts Attorney to join our New Business Intake team. This role is ideally suited for candidates with direct law-firm conflicts experience—those who regularly analyze conflict reports, apply ethical rules, coordinate resolutions, and collaborate with Risk Management, General Counsel, or Intake teams.
• In this high-impact position, you will be responsible for evaluating and resolving potential conflicts involving new business, lateral hires, and RFPs. You’ll work closely with the General Counsel’s Office and attorneys across the firm, making informed decisions that directly protect the firm and its clients.
• We’re looking for a detail-driven conflicts professional with 2+ years of hands-on conflicts analysis in a law firm environment (such as Conflicts Attorney, Conflicts Analyst, Risk Management Attorney, or Ethics/Professional Responsibility role). Candidates without prior conflicts experience will not be considered for this position.
• If you have a strong command of conflicts rules, experience with conflicts databases, and a passion for safeguarding ethical compliance, we encourage you to apply.
• Please note: This role is not an entry point into practice. Applicants must have substantive conflicts or law-firm risk-management experience.

Key Responsibilities

• Analyze complex conflict reports and exercise independent judgment to identify potential conflict of interest issues with new business, legal hires, and requests for proposal.
• Conduct research to gather information or clarification on potential issues, including the appropriate jurisdictional conflict and/or ethical rules and opinions to assist in determining specific conflict resolution strategies.
• Collaborate with attorneys, paralegals, and support staff to gather necessary information for conflict analysis.
• Take initiative to analyze and resolve conflicts independently.
• Prepare clear and concise communications to attorneys, identifying all potential issues found in the conflict report in order to provide recommendations to attorneys and facilitate conflict resolution.
• Request and maintain all necessary supporting documentation to clear actual or potential conflict issues.
• Draft consents and conflicts waivers, ensuring compliance with legal and ethical standards.
• Provide assistance in managing client guidelines related to conflicts of interest, confidentiality, and ethical obligations.
• Prepare and implement ethical walls.
• Assist in developing and implementing conflicts policies and procedures.
• Provide guidance to New Business Intake Analysts with the goal of ensuring accuracy and consistency in preparation and analysis of conflict reports.
• Assist in training of New Business Intake staff and Firm administrative staff.
• Maintain knowledge of trends and developments involving 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.
• Respond promptly to conflicts-related inquiries from attorneys and staff.
• Maintain strict confidentiality and handle sensitive information with the utmost discretion.

Qualifications

• 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 hands-on conflicts experience in a law firm environment (e.g., Conflicts Attorney, Conflicts Analyst, Risk Management Attorney, or Professional Responsibility 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 Intapp Open and Intapp Walls 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.

Equal Opportunity / FCA statement
Qualified applications with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with both the FCO and the California Fair Chance Act (FCA).

Equal Opportunity Employer
Fisher Phillips is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants, regardless of race, ethnicity, religion, sex (including related medical conditions), gender, sexual orientation, national origin, citizenship status, veteran status, marital status, pregnancy, age, disability, or any other protected status, in compliance with all applicable laws.

Compensation
The salary range for this position is $120,000 – $160,000. Actual base pay within this range will be determined by several components, including but not limited to, location, relevant experience, internal equity, skills, qualifications, and other job-related factors permitted by law.

Why Join Us
At Fisher Phillips, exceptional talent is the foundation of our success. Joining our team means collaborating in a professional, dynamic environment leveraging cutting-edge technology. Our leadership fosters professional growth and provides opportunities to challenge yourself.

Our comprehensive benefits include health, dental, and vision insurance, a 401(k) with profit sharing, 18 days of vacation, accrue 10 sick days each calendar year and 10 paid holidays per benefit year. Wellness programs and 24/7 telehealth services support your overall well-being. Visit www.fisherphillips.com to learn more.

To apply: visit the Fisher Phillips job application portal.

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In this BRB jobs update, I’m pleased to spotlight an open position at Wiley: “Risk and Compliance Attorney” —

• The Risk and Compliance Attorney is responsible for addressing internal questions from attorneys and professional staff relating to the negotiation and interpretation of client correspondence, providing instructive review and analysis, and otherwise leading practical implementation steps towards the achievement of securing mutually acceptable terms and conditions in accordance with the firm’s ethical responsibilities, applicable rules of professional conduct, recommended professional liability practices, and firm policies.
• This non-practicing attorney position reports to the Director of Risk Management and works across several key functional areas.
• These include, but are not limited to, client engagement and new business intake, analysis and resolution of conflicts and related issues, conflict waiver drafting and follow-up, review and negotiation of all varieties of client agreements, engaging with strategic data privacy and information governance efforts, supporting the audit letter response process, coordination of ethical screening, issuance and management of litigation holds, and compliance with firm policies and objectives in these areas.
• This position is eligible to participate in the firm’s flexible work program.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• When appropriate, assists with recruiting, interviewing, hiring, and training new staff in the department
• Oversees the daily workflow of team members
• Provides staff with constructive and timely performance feedback and evaluations
• Handles disciplinary process, including escalating employment matters to the head of the department and the Senior
• Director of Human Resources when necessary
• Provides leadership and mentoring to staff, including on-going performance management, feedback and coaching,
• identification of training opportunities, and preparation of career development plans

OTHER RESPONSIBILITIES/ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Maintain primary responsibility for comprehensive institutional review and analysis of client engagement terms, including Outside Counsel Guidelines, engagement letters, nondisclosure agreements, and other contractual documents; coordinate with internal subject matter experts as needed regarding review and reconciliation of terms of engagement and other client requirements
• Establish and manage negotiation strategies and follow-up steps with attorneys, and across multiple departments, in accordance with best practices for addressing client terms that pose potential issues for the firm
• Ensure that resolution of all issues relating to Outside Counsel Guidelines and similar client agreements are reached, that finalized documentation is secured, and that recordkeeping of client engagement letters, terms and conditions, and other agreements are filed in a complete manner in all relevant locations
• Coordinate cross-functional teams to encourage active participation in review and assessment of Outside Counsel Guidelines and client engagement terms while maintaining attention to policies, procedures, and firm objectives
• Take action on addressing any commentary, findings, or recordkeeping omissions encountered during the Outside Counsel Guidelines review process (e.g., no engagement letter identified for a current client; issue spotting for other departments; reminders and follow-ups for other reviewers)
• Respond to requests by attorneys for assistance with preparing specialized engagement letter terms and reviewing other client tendered letters and agreements; draft and provide recommended edits along with supporting business rationales; answer ongoing questions; and otherwise engage in all rounds of editing, review and negotiation as needed for a client or prospective client
• Provide assistance to attorneys with obtaining necessary firm approval for exceptions to standard terms and conditions (e.g., advance waiver language modifications), for serving in outside roles, and for other ad hoc requests that require General Counsel oversight
• Assist attorneys with navigating client questionnaires regarding legal and regulatory developments by providing responsive content relating to ethics and risk management topics where applicable; shepherd and facilitate participation by other administrative departments on various subjects
• Respond to requests for assistance relating to marketing and business development submissions, such as request for proposals (RFPs) and preferred provider programs, merger and acquisition announcements by current clients, etc. that may require descriptions of risk management processes, supplemental conflict checks, identification of current conflicts, or similar content that must be reviewed and formally summarized prior to release
• Review contracts received from firm vendors and other non-client entities to identify potential compliance issues; provide guidance and recommendations to ensure alignment with legal requirements and firm business objectives
• Coordinate procedures for processing requests from former employees (e.g., former Paralegals or Summer Associates) regarding prior client/matter work history for purposes of conflict checking by outside law firms and releasing such information, after appropriate collaboration and review
• Provide strategic research, report on findings, and provide recommendations on a broad range of regulatory and compliance matters affecting the firm’s operations and business practices
• Conduct periodic risk assessments and develop proactive strategies and policies to mitigate legal and regulatory exposure; collaborate with key internal leaders on findings; work with Director of Risk Management on implementation of initiatives and workplace policies to address such findings and to carry out constructive recommendations provided by the firm’s professional liability insurer
• Assist with the client intake and engagement process to identify and mitigate legal risks; ensure compliance with applicable laws, regulations, professional responsibility rules, and firm policies in connection with the terms of engagement; facilitate understanding and cooperation of attorneys and administrative assistants for achieving adherence to procedures that align with these principles
• Assist with management and quality assurance of the new business intake process; provide direct, interactive support to attorneys and participate in consultations relating to the new business intake process; play an active role in explaining, drafting and reviewing conflict waivers
• Work with attorneys on ethical screen structuring, attorney polling, memo drafting, and issuance of ethical screens from both technical and substantive perspectives
• Provide support for executing audit letter procedures and aid in ethics oversight; collaborate with Audit Letter staff to implement practices for continual improvement
• Collaborate with internal leaders to help ensure compliance with data privacy laws and best practices for cybersecurity and information governance protocols
• Monitor legal and regulatory developments and conduct legal research to support firm initiatives and ensure ongoing compliance with emerging topics of significance
• Develop training programs and produce educational materials that raise awareness of compliance and risk topics for the firm
• Prepare demonstrative guides and materials to educate others and evaluate current new business intake, client guidelines terms, and audit letter workflow technologies to identify and remedy technological challenges
• Lead or support special projects and strategic initiatives as directed, ensuring alignment with the firm’s legal and operational priorities
• Provide after hours and weekend coverage as needed for urgent confidential matters and to ensure exceptional client service to attorneys and staff

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

• Excellent verbal, written, and presentation skills with the ability to synthesize and clearly communicate ideas to varying audiences
• Proven experience with leading cross-functional initiatives and policy implementation
• Exceptional research and analytical skills with the ability to translate nuanced legal issues into relevant business context, and provide actionable guidance to others
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to build and maintain relationships across all levels of the firm and with external contacts
• Demonstrate high degree of initiative and ability to exercise sound judgment and decision-making skills
• Possess proven problem-solving abilities and a proactive approach to addressing challenges
• Strong organizational skills, with the ability to manage competing priorities and adapt seamlessly to dynamic and evolving situations
• Ability to handle confidential and sensitive information with discretion
• Excellent attention to detail and strong commitment to producing high quality work

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• Juris Doctor from an ABA accredited law school required.
• Active membership in good standing in at least one U.S. state bar.Current DC bar membership preferred.
• Minimum five (5) plus years of legal experience in a law firm or professional services environment, with a focus on compliance, conflicts, and operational support.
• Knowledge of and experience with contract negotiation, review of legal documents, and legal risk assessment.

About Wiley

• We are proud to have built a team of more than 200 professionals whose diverse experiences have created a vibrant and inclusive workplace where individuals are respected and appreciated for their ideas and contributions.
• The key to our success lies in having exceptional teams with engaged, high-performing individuals who are committed to advancing a culture of continuous learning and development. At Wiley, we provide employees with the ability to pursue rewarding careers along with access to educational and training opportunities, including firm-sponsored training, seminars, and conferences, to advance and expand their skills.
• At Wiley, we believe that every employee plays an important role in the firm’s success, and we strive to provide you with a benefits program that rewards you for the hard work and dedication you put forth every day.

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

• Ashurst Perkins Coie 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:  Seattle, WA; Portland, OR; Phoenix, AZ; Denver, CO; Dallas, TX; Austin, TX; New York, NY; Chicago, IL; Washington, D.C.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Independently analyze conflicts of interest on new business, firm lateral hires, and merger candidates.
• Resolve issues that arise in such matters with little to no supervision, including drafting of waivers and advising on ethical issues relating to withdrawal and screening.
• Resolve conflicts issues related to firm lateral hires.
• Manage a large conflicts workload with little to no supervision.
• Manage, prioritize, and meet deadlines with little to no supervision.
• Manage sensitive and confidential issues related to practice management and firm ethics. Provide training on conflicts issues.
• Lead small projects.
• Coordinate workload coverage.
• Provide backup to department Directors when needed.
• Act as a strategic legal advisor to firm lawyers on complex and sensitive conflicts of interest issues.
• Perform legal research and prepare legal memoranda in response to requests from firm lawyers, managers, claims counsel and various firm committees.
• Analyze complex factual situations and spot issues where problems might occur.
• Draft complex waivers, 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

• Thorough knowledge of the Rules of Professional Conduct and their application to the practice of law.
• Strong database skills.
• Communicate effectively both orally and in writing across the firm’s U.S. and international offices; timely with information.
• Solid understanding of jurisdictional differences in the application of different rules and principles to use in making a choice of law, including risk analysis.
• Effectively cope with change; can decide and act without having the total picture.
• Arrive at good decisions based upon a mixture of analysis, wisdom, experience, and judgment.
• Thorough understanding of a wide range of legal matters, including an understanding of the parties and their respective roles in transactions and litigation, knowledge of litigation procedures such as depositions, subpoenas, role of co-defendants and comparative fault.
• Solid understanding of business organizations and financing concepts (critical).
• Ability to think creatively about solutions to issues raised. High attention to detail.
• Use time effectively and efficiently, concentrating on the more important priorities and can quickly sense what will help or hinder accomplishing a goal.
• Minimal supervision needed when working on independent assignments.
• Understand and respect the need for teamwork within the department and firm; follow procedures established to facilitate teamwork, including with personnel in international offices.
• Accept and convey decisions of Firm and Department Management in a professional manner.
• Relate well to all kinds of people, up, down, lateral, inside, and outside the organization; build constructive and effective relationships.
• Proven ability to be responsible for and capably resolve conflicts of interest issues for challenging personalities and groups/offices.
• Thorough and complete understanding of the lateral hire process.

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 five (5) years of practice experience and equivalent senior level conflict/ethics experience.
• Active member in good standing in any jurisdiction required.
• Strong working knowledge of relevant topics, legal issues, and the rules governing professional responsibility required.
• Demonstrated success in a stressful environment.
• Applicants must be licensed and in good standing to practice law in the state of the office out of which they will be based and the state in which they reside.

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

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