Latitude Inc
Conflicts Attorney (Partially Remote)
Remote | $120K - $150K
Qualifications
- Juris Doctorate degree and active member of the Bar in good standing;
- A minimum of 7 years of experience working in a mid-large sized firm
- Database searching experiencing and knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint and Word);
- Close attention to detail, fast thinker and ability to work under pressure to meet deadlines; and
- Requires ability to oversee and supervise staff members, as needed by the Department
Responsibilities
- The Conflicts Attorney is responsible for assisting the Firm’s Office of General Counsel, Conflicts and New Business Intake Department with analyzing conflicts in legal matters, advise clients on solutions, and negotiate on behalf of clients
- Analyze conflict reports, identifying potential conflict situations;
- Procure, review and draft waiver letters and engagement letters from appropriate attorneys as deemed necessary;
- Confirm need and establish ethical walls to screen individuals from particular clients and matters as part of conflict clearing process;
- Answer queries from professional staff across the Firm concerning conflict checks and processes;
- Communicate orally and in writing with Firm attorneys and propose, coordinate and document resolutions; and
- Liaise with General Counsel and other Firm attorneys to identify business conflict issues and review and approve conflicts forms as necessary
Benefits
- Salary: $120,000 - 150,000/year
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