Conflicts & New Business Intake Attorney

Direct Counsel

New York, NY

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JOB DETAILS

SALARY

$170,000–$225,000 Per Year

SKILLS

Analysis Skills, Attorney, Business Processes, Communication Skills, Conflict Resolution, Detail Oriented, Employment Law, Interpersonal Skills, Legal, Maintain Compliance, Multitasking, On Call, People Management, Regulatory Compliance, Research Skills, Risk Management, Sales Prospecting, Training/Teaching

LOCATION

New York, NY

POSTED

Today

General Counsel's Office - New Business Intake & Conflicts Clearance Associate Attorney

Boston, Massachusetts; Chicago, Illinois; Houston, Texas; Los Angeles, California; New York, New York; Palo Alto, California; Washington, D.C.; Wilmington, Delaware (Hybrid or Remote - West Coast Hours)
About the Role

The General Counsel's Office is responsible for ensuring firmwide compliance with ethical obligations and conflicts of interest rules. The New Business Intake & Conflicts Clearance team plays a critical role in reviewing, analyzing, and clearing potential conflicts to support the firm's ability to efficiently and ethically take on new matters and clients.

Attorneys in this role work closely with firm lawyers and administrative departments to support the intake process, manage risk, and maintain compliance with applicable professional responsibility standards.
Key Responsibilities

Manage and support the firm's new business intake process for prospective clients and matters
Conduct conflicts of interest analyses using internal and external databases
Draft, review, and implement conflict waivers and ethical walls where necessary
Advise attorneys and staff on professional responsibility obligations and conflicts rules
Provide guidance and training on conflicts and intake policies and procedures
Participate in an after-hours, weekend, and holiday on-call rotation for urgent conflicts issues
Collaborate across departments to ensure consistent and compliant intake practices
Handle sensitive and confidential information with discretion and sound judgment

Who We're Looking For

We are seeking an associate attorney with approximately 3+ years of experience in conflicts management, legal ethics, professional responsibility, or a related compliance function within a large law firm environment.

The ideal candidate will have:

Strong knowledge of professional responsibility and conflicts rules
Excellent analytical and research skills
Strong attention to detail and sound judgment in complex ethical issues
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
Strong communication and interpersonal skills for advising attorneys and staff
Comfort working independently and collaboratively across teams

Compensation

The expected base salary range for this position is $170,000 to $225,000 annually, with final compensation determined based on experience and other job-related factors in accordance with applicable law. This position may be eligible for a discretionary year-end bonus.
Professional Development & Benefits

The firm offers a comprehensive benefits package for attorneys in the General Counsel's Office, including medical, dental, disability, and life insurance, retirement benefits, bar registration support, continuing legal education resources, paid vacation, and parental leave. Attorneys also benefit from structured training and ongoing exposure to complex ethics and compliance issues within a large law firm environment.
Equal Employment Opportunity

The firm is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local employment laws.

Conflicts & New Business Intake Attorney

Direct Counsel

New York, NY

About the Company

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