Conflicts Attorney - Holland & Knight : Job Details

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This position may be filled in any of our U.S. offices.

We are seeking a Conflicts Attorney within the conflicts clearing team. Under the oversight of the firm's Professional Standards Partner, the Conflicts Attorney will manage the conflict resolution process related to new business intake, safeguarding the firm and its clients from risks. Periodic in-person presence is required for annual or bi-annual weekend team-building events and quarterly meetings, depending on location. This position can be based within a reasonable commuting distance of any U.S. office.

• Process prospective new clients and matters intake for firm attorneys.
• Perform conflicts checks, review reports, and identify potential conflicts of interest.
• Communicate with attorneys to resolve conflicts.
• Obtain due diligence for new clients and matters as needed.
• Draft engagement, scope, and waiver letters to clear conflicts of interest.
• Ensure proper processing of new clients and matters.
• Coordinate with Finance or Legal teams for new business requests.
• Address questions related to conflicts, business intake, and firm policies.
• Maintain ethical walls and legal screens as required.
• Monitor changes in ethics rules, opinions, and case law regarding conflicts.
• Monitor client mergers and acquisitions to identify conflicts.
• Assist in maintaining shared documents.
• Perform special projects and additional duties as assigned.

• Strong organizational and prioritization skills in a dynamic environment.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently and under pressure.
• Discretion in escalating and communicating issues.
• Analytical skills to interpret information from various sources.
• Critical and creative thinking with attention to detail.
• Strong research, computer, and database skills.
• Knowledge of conflicts of interest principles under the Rules of Professional Conduct.

• Juris Doctorate from an accredited law school and U.S. bar admission, preferably in a jurisdiction with an office.

• 5+ years legal experience, preferably in a large law firm focusing on conflicts or professional responsibility.

This position may be located in Illinois, D.C., New York, Colorado, or California. Salary ranges vary by location and are listed below. Actual compensation depends on qualifications and experience. Benefits include bonuses and comprehensive packages.

• Illinois – $124,000 - $186,000/year
• D.C. – $135,000 - $202,000/year
• New York – $135,000 - $202,000/year
• Colorado – $112,000 - $169,000/year
• California – $135,000 - $202,000/year

We promote a supportive work environment with resources for professional and personal well-being, including comprehensive health plans, insurance, retirement plans, paid time off, and more. Benefits may vary by position and location.

Holland & Knight is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to diversity and inclusion. Personal data collected during the application process will be used in accordance with our privacy policies, which can be reviewed on our Legal Information Portal.