Please send resume should you be interested in the following New Business Conflicts Attorney position with our law firm client in New York City 10001. This is a direct-hire, full-time, position with a salary between $135-180K/year plus awesome benefits. If you’re not interested, please pass along to your colleagues as we do pay referral fees.

Location: NYC 10001

Salary: $135-180K/year

Hybrid: 3 days onsite / 2 days WFH

Our client is seeking a New Business Intake Conflicts Attorney to provide a critical role in ensuring the firm's adherence to ethical standards and compliance with applicable conflict of interest rules. This position involves a comprehensive approach to managing and resolving conflicts of interest and related compliance issues, conducting new client research, and facilitating the firm’s business intake processes. The ideal candidate will possess a nuanced understanding of legal ethics, a proactive approach to problem-solving, and a commitment to excellence. (Hybrid role)

• Facilitate the firm’s new business intake process, ensuring a thorough and efficient evaluation of potential clients and matters.
• Conduct detailed conflicts of interest analyses for new business engagements utilizing both internal and external databases.
• Draft and implement conflicts waivers and ethical walls as necessary to resolve potential conflicts of interest.
• Advise attorneys and staff on ethical obligations and compliance with Rules of Professional Conduct, fostering an environment of ethical awareness and compliance.
• Provide guidance and training to attorneys and staff on the firm’s conflicts and business intake policies and procedures.
• Participate in the after-hours, weekend, and holiday on-call rotation for emergency conflicts checks and inquiries.
• Demonstrates effective interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills to facilitate effective work relationships with others.
• Manages Firm resources responsibly.
• Complies with and understands Firm operation, policies, and procedures.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated knowledge of the rules of professional responsibility and a strong ethical judgment.
• Excellent analytical, research, and communication skills, with a detail-oriented approach to problem-solving.
• Proven ability to manage complex information and make informed decisions swiftly.
• Strong interpersonal skills, with the ability to work collaboratively in a team-oriented environment.
• Proficiency in PC and Windows applications, with a willingness to learn and adapt to new technologies.
• Knowledge of relevant firm computer software programs (e.g. Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint), with the ability to learn new software and operating systems
• Demonstrates effective interpersonal and communication skills, both verbally and in writing
• Demonstrates close attention to detail
• Excellent analytical, troubleshooting, organizational, and planning skills
• Ability to handle multiple projects and shifting priorities
• Ability to handle sensitive matters and maintain confidentiality
• Ability to organize and prioritize work
• Ability to work well in a demanding and fast-paced environment
• Ability to work well independently as well as effectively within a team
• Ability to use discretion and exercise independent and sound judgment
• Flexibility to travel
• Flexibility to adjust hours and work the hours necessary to meet operating and business needs
• Juris Doctor from an accredited law school and admission to the Bar, preferably in New York.
• A minimum of 3-5 years of relevant experience in conflicts management, ethical compliance, or a related field within a large law firm environment, preferably within a AM Law 50 firm.