Job Description

A leading national law firm is seeking an Intake Attorney to join its new business intake and conflicts team. The role can be based in any of the firm's U.S. offices, with a preference for East Coast locations, and reports to the Manager of Intake Attorneys while working closely with the Director of Client Intake and the firm's ethics leadership.

The Intake Attorney will manage the intake of prospective new clients, running conflict checks, reviewing conflict reports, and working with attorneys to resolve conflicts. The role also includes drafting engagement letters and conflict waivers, reviewing and negotiating outside counsel guidelines, and keeping accurate intake and conflicts records. Additional duties include supporting ethical walls, researching risks tied to new clients, helping evaluate new intake software, and serving as a resource on conflicts, new matters, and lateral conflict clearance.

Candidates must have a JD and an active U.S. bar license, ideally in a jurisdiction where the firm has an office. Prior law firm intake or conflicts experience, knowledge of Elite 3E, and familiarity with conflicts software are a plus. Strong research, writing, data, and organizational skills are required. The position is hybrid at 60% in office, and the salary range is $120,000–$170,000.