Conflict Analyst

Responsibilities include:

• Reviewing intake requests to ensure clarity in regard to the matter for the new or existing client.
• Conducting research on new intake requests against the firms conflicts database and other resources.
• Data entry, search and analysis of conflicts data into the Firm’s conflicts and new matter intake systems in accordance with Firm policies and procedures.
• Conducting research via external sources to establish corporate structures and management profiles.
• Verifying that all conflicts reports are complete, consistent and accurate and adhere to established standards and procedures for all conflicts of interest searches performed Firm-wide.
• Following up on conflict issues with Partners, Intake/Conflicts Manager, Office of General Counsel as well as other Firm personnel as necessary.
• Performing data analysis, identifying possible issues and notifying the requesting attorney or other appropriate party as needed.
• Evaluating conflicts report and clear potential conflicts according to Firm policies.
• Identifying and escalating conflicts and unresolved issues to the Intake/Conflicts Manager, requesting attorney or Office of General Counsel.
• Assisting the department with a wide range of research and other requests as may be assigned.
• Assisting in the training and development of other Conflicts Analysts and/or Conflicts Clerks.
• Ensuring the timely and efficient processing of conflict requests and their processing.
• Ensuring accuracy in searching and reporting tasks.
• Contributing to process, procedure, and technology improvements to provide optimum customer service and efficiency.
• Coordinating with other Analysts and other team members to meet deadlines, time-sensitive issues and other challenges.

Qualifications:

• Understand legal conflicts and related ethical rules.
• Exceptional critical thinking and analytical skills.
• Excellent decision-making skills and demonstrated ability to think on your feet.
• Excellent people skills – ability to work in a team oriented and collaborative environment.
• Excellent customer service skills and proficiencies.
• Comfortable working with attorneys and other legal staff.
• Comfortable in a high demand, fast paced environment.
• Ability to accept direction and constructive feedback.
• Ability to take ownership and work independently to resolve issues.
• Discretion in handling confidential information.
• Ability to work overtime as necessary.

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