Legal Conflicts Researcher

Legal Conflicts Researcher for Paul Hastings Law Firm Onsite in LA, Cali

Pay Range: $63K - $85K full benefits pending exp.

Onsite in Los Angeles, CA

Our client, a distinguished Am 100 law firm, is seeking a Conflicts Researcher. This role involves conducting independent, thorough research on corporations, agencies, and individuals to identify and resolve potential conflicts of interest.

Candidate Details

2 to 5 years experience

Minimum Education - Bachelor's Degree

Skills and Certifications

Candidates must have conflict research experience within a law firm.

Knowledgeable in research methodologies.

At least 2 years of experience in research or conflicts management required.

Key Responsibilities:

● Perform detailed research on incoming parties for client/matters or preliminary conflict checks.

● Analyze research results and conflict reports to identify potential conflicts of interest.

● Notify and advise attorneys and administrative staff on potential or actual conflicts, proposing necessary resolutions.

● Update and maintain corporate hierarchies in the firm’s conflicts and billing databases.

● Proactively research mergers, acquisitions, and potential bankruptcies documenting findings in the conflicts database.

● Handle complex conflict issues in consultation with the Professional Responsibility Committee or the Office of General Counsel.

● Process administrative requests such as closing, reopening, and changing client or matter details. ● Occasionally work overtime and manage additional research and analysis projects as needed.

Skills and Qualifications:

● Intermediate proficiency in conflict-related software, Microsoft Office Suite (especially Microsoft Word), and business communication.

● Knowledgeable in research methodologies.

● Bachelor’s degree strongly preferred.

● At least 2 years of experience in research or conflict management is required.

This position is bonus eligible

May offer hybrid schedule