Job Description

A leading U.S. law firm is seeking a Conflicts Resolution Attorney for its San Francisco, New York, or San Diego office. Working under the guidance of the firm's conflicts counsel, the attorney will help partners and conflicts attorneys review and resolve conflicts reports and related conflicts of interest issues. Day to day, the role involves researching firm databases, identifying and prioritizing potential conflicts, and working with responsible attorneys to resolve and document outcomes. The attorney will also review and approve reports resolved by Conflicts Analysts, advise on ethical walls, and draft waiver language for engagement letters and Outside Counsel Guidelines. The role supports Conflicts Counsel and the Office of the General Counsel on privileged matters and takes part in a shared coverage model that includes some hours outside standard business hours.

The attorney will also train Conflicts Analysts, help improve conflicts policies and procedures, and support firmwide training. Leadership responsibility grows with experience.

Candidates must have a J.D. and be admitted in good standing in a U.S. jurisdiction, with California or the hiring office's state preferred. They also need at least two years of law firm or legal experience involving conflicts, ethics, risk management, or compliance. Familiarity with Intapp Conflicts, ServiceNow, iManage/SPM, and Sitescan is preferred. The salary range is $144,000–$212,000.