Business Acceptance Analyst

Gunderson Dettmer•Washington, DC

2d•$85,000 - $95,000•Remote

About The Position

Gunderson Dettmer has an opening for a Business Acceptance Analyst. Under the direction of the Conflicts Attorney and the firm’s Office of General Counsel, and working closely with the New Business Acceptance and New Business Intake Departments, the Business Acceptance Analyst drafts the firm’s engagement letters, maintains ongoing consultation with firm partners, and drafts conflicts waivers for new legal engagements and matters the firm is pursuing.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience.
Minimum of two years’ legal experience, preferably in new business intake and/or conflicts in a mid to large-sized law firm.
Proactive, solution-oriented professional with strong initiative and sound judgment.
Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced, high-volume environment while meeting deadlines.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to convey complex information clearly and professionally.
Strong analytical and organizational skills, with exceptional attention to detail and the ability to synthesize complex information accurately.
Proven ability to manage competing priorities, adapt to changing demands, and respond calmly and effectively under time pressure.
High level of discretion and professionalism in handling confidential information.
Strong interpersonal and client service skills, with the ability to build effective working relationships across teams and seniority levels.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
West Coast work hours are required.

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of legal processes, business entities, and transactional concepts, including financing, emerging companies, and M&A, as they relate to conflicts of interest.
Familiarity with legal ethics, risk management, and the Rules of Professional Conduct.
Experience with Intapp, Contract Express, iManage, and Aderant.
Experience in a transactional law firm environment.

Responsibilities

Draft and review firm engagement letters, conflict waiver letters, outside counsel guidelines.
Prioritize and manage a high volume of emails and other communications related to conflicts and new client engagements.
Manage and respond to partner requests for changes in client engagement letters.
Assist in training other firm members in drafting engagement letters and conflicts waivers, as required.
Assist with a wide range of research and other requests as needed.
Perform other duties and projects as assigned.