Associate Conflicts Counsel

Snell & Wilmer Business Professional Openings•Phoenix, AZ

About The Position

Snell & Wilmer is one of the largest and most prestigious law firms in the Western United States, with more than 500 attorneys in sixteen locations nationwide. The Firm is currently seeking an Associate Conflicts Counsel in our Phoenix office. This is a dynamic position that involves knowledge of all aspects of client operations as well as interaction with attorneys and staff across eleven states. You should have a strong knowledge of the ethical rules, must have the ability to analyze complex conflict and ethical issues and have a strong attention to detail. You will have the opportunity to use your strong interpersonal skills while working with partners and executives across the firm.

Requirements

Juris Doctorate (J.D.) degree, required
At least three years of experience as a practicing attorney
Active admission and in good standing with the Arizona Bar Association
Strong analytical, critical thinking, problem-solving, decision-making skills and advising
Ability to work effectively under pressure, to manage sensitive and confidential information, and to meet deadlines
Excellent verbal and written communication skills, a high degree of interpersonal skills, with strong attention to detail

Responsibilities

Review and analyze conflict report results, including gathering facts to clear conflicts
Monitor changes, updates and developments to the ethical rules and analyze the impact the changes may have on the firm
Work closely with Conflict Counsel, Associate Conflict Counsel, General Counsel, the Executive Committee, the Ethics Committee and Loss Prevention Counsel as necessary
Review waiver letters, joint representation letters and engagement letters to confirm compliance with firm policies and ethical standards
Work closely with all firm staff and attorneys to ensure compliance with firm policies and ethical standards
Assist the recruiting department with conflict issues relating to new attorney and staff hires
Review and provide comments on Outside Counsel Guidelines, requests for proposal, client generated engagement letters and other documents the firm is asked to sign
Work closely with client intake on the review of new matter submissions for compliance with firm policies and ethical standards
Assist with the preparation of ethical walls
Create and participate in training session for firm attorneys and staff as required
Provide backup support for audit letters
Review marketing materials to confirm compliance with ethical standards
Perform other duties as assigned by the firm’s General Counsel or Conflicts Counsel