Conflicts Attorney

Wilson Elser is a leading defense litigation law firm with more than 1,250 attorneys in 43 offices throughout the United States. Founded in 1978, we rank among the top 100 law firms identified by The American Lawyer and 43rd in the National Law Journal’s survey of the nation’s largest law firms. We’re also Mansfield Certified Plus.

Our firm is committed to attracting and retaining professionals who value each other and the service we provide by embracing Teamwork, Collaboration, Client Service, and Innovation. If you are a motivated professional looking for a long-term fit where you can grow in a role, and will be valued and empowered, then we invite you to apply to our Conflicts Attorney position.  This position can be located in any state we have an office.

This position offers a flexible, remote or hybrid working arrangement.

The Position

We are seeking a detail-oriented and analytical Conflicts Attorney to join our General Counsel’s office. This individual will be responsible for identifying, analyzing, and resolving potential legal and business conflicts of interest related to new business intake, lateral attorney hiring, and firm operations. The ideal candidate will bring a strong understanding of legal ethics and professional responsibility rules, along with excellent judgment and communication skills.

Responsibilities:

• Conduct and analyze conflict checks for new client matters, potential lateral hires, and firm business relationships.
• Identify and assess potential conflicts of interest, including direct, positional, and issue conflicts.
• Recommend conflict resolutions and coordinate with attorneys and firm leadership to implement and maintain ethical screens or waivers when necessary.
• Draft waiver letters and engagement letters as needed.
• Review engagement letters, outside counsel guidelines, and other client and vendor agreements for conflicts-related language and compliance.
• Support the firm’s lateral onboarding and integration processes by evaluating conflicts related to incoming attorneys and their prior representations.
• Maintain accurate and detailed documentation of conflict reviews and resolutions.
• Provide guidance to attorneys and staff regarding the firm’s conflicts policies and the application of professional conduct rules, including working with the Office of General Counsel on written templates and guidance.

Qualifications:

• Juris Doctor from an accredited law school.
• Admission to the bar in at least one U.S. jurisdiction.
• 2+ years of experience in conflicts analysis or legal ethics within a law firm or in-house legal environment.
• Strong working knowledge of ABA and state ethics rules, particularly those related to conflicts of interest, confidentiality, and attorney mobility.
• Exceptional analytical and critical thinking skills with a high level of attention to detail.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to explain complex conflicts issues clearly and concisely.
• Experience with conflicts databases or new business intake systems, preferably Intapp.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.

Why Should You Apply? 

• Flexibility: Remote and hybrid work arrangements to support work-life blend
• Benefits: Outstanding benefits package, including 401k match and generous PTO plan
• Career Growth: Ample opportunities for professional development and advancement
• Employee Perks: Access to corporate discount plans and other benefits

Wilson Elser welcomes submissions of candidates for our open positions exclusively from recruitment agencies with an active, signed fee agreement who have been granted access to a position through our dedicated Recruitment Agency Portal. We are unable to consider submissions from recruitment agencies without a current (dated as of 7/1/2024) agreement in place. We appreciate your understanding. For collaboration inquiries or to establish an agreement, please contact us at talentacquisition@wilsonelser.com.

We believe in creating a work environment free of barriers and bias, where individual outlooks and talents are respected and valued. Our firm's policy is to ensure an equal employment opportunity without discrimination or harassment based on race, color, national origin, religion, age, sex, disability, citizenship, marital status, sexual orientation or any other characteristic protected by the law.