What are the responsibilities and job description for the Conflicts Intake Clerk position at LHH?
This role offers flexibility for remote work after the initial training period and provides an exciting opportunity to be part of a dynamic legal team.
Position Overview:
As a Conflicts Intake Clerk, you will play a vital role in managing and processing new client and matter intake documents, ensuring that all relevant data is accurately recorded and reviewed in accordance with firm policies. You will be the first point of contact for intake and conflicts matters and will work closely with attorneys, the Intake/Conflicts Manager, and other team members to resolve any conflicts and ensure smooth processing of new client and matter information.
Key Responsibilities:
- Follow up on conflict issues with partners, the Intake/Conflicts Manager, the Office of General Counsel, and other firm personnel as needed.
- Analyze incoming data and identify potential issues, notifying the requesting attorney or appropriate parties.
- Serve as the initial point of contact for conflict-related inquiries and follow-up actions.
- Review and process new client and matter intake documents for accuracy and completeness.
- Input client and matter information into the firm’s client/matter database.
- Update client and matter records, including processing matter closures, reactivations, party updates, and relationship partner changes.
- Conduct research on new intake requests using the firm’s conflicts database and other resources to ensure compliance.
- Perform data entry, searches, and analysis of new matter data in accordance with firm procedures.
Qualifications:
- 1-2 years of experience in conflicts and intake processing, ideally within a legal environment.
- Strong attention to detail and ability to manage large amounts of data accurately.
- Prior experience in a conflicts role is highly preferred.
- Legal background with knowledge of conflicts procedures and intake processes.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across teams.
- Ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite; familiarity with conflicts management software is a plus.
- Knowledge of, and experience using Intapp and CMS/Aderant a plus.
