Conflicts Analyst

Vedder Careers•Chicago, IL

3d•Hybrid

About The Position

Vedder's Chicago Office is seeking a Conflicts Analyst. The working hours of this position will be 11:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. The Conflicts Analyst is primarily responsible for the entire conflicts checking process, which requires an ability to have a comprehensive understanding of conflict databases, producing conflicts reports by using search strategies, processing and analyzing incoming new client, some new lateral hires, and new matter workflow, analyzing large conflict check reports on a daily basis to identify actual/or potential conflicts, documenting potential conflict situations, proposing resolutions, and coordinating the documentation for resolution, including procuring engagement and waiver letters: as necessary. Candidates must have knowledge of the American Bar Association's Model Rules of Professional Conduct. As the Conflicts Analyst, your duties will include but not be limited to: Responsible for new business conflicts checks on a daily basis with exposure to lateral hire conflicts checks on as needed basis Data entry, search, and analysis of conflicts data as supplied by secretaries, attorneys, marketing and other administrative support staff into the Firm's conflicts and new business intake system Understanding the business intake and conflicts search process in accordance with Firm policies and procedures Conduct exhaustive research via internal and external sources on all related parties, affiliates, lateral hire candidate, and major organizational relationships of and investments made by Firm attorneys. Verify that all searching is comprehensive and adhere to established standards and procedures Prepare and analyze reports and effectively summarize conflict check results in collaboration with the Conflicts Supervisor and/or Senior Conflicts Manager Articulate potential issues and follow-up on conflict issues with attorneys and others Maintain a working knowledge of technology relating to new business intake and conflicts and effectively create workflow changes in the system Assign new matter numbers, ensure that all waiver and engagement letters are being collected and erect ethical walls as necessary Respond to all inquiries made by secretaries and attorneys relating to intake and conflicts Assume any other duties/special projects as assigned by the Conflicts Supervisor or Senior Conflicts Manager. Work after hours or weekends, as needed

Requirements

Knowledge of the American Bar Association's Model Rules of Professional Conduct.
Knowledge of research databases
Advanced internet skills
Exceptional attention to detail
Working knowledge of the Model Rules of Professional Conduct pertaining to business intake and conflicts
Excellent interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills
Excellent professional work ethic, initiative and customer service
Excellent analytical skills
Ability to work independently
Ability to work with tight deadlines
Bachelor's degree in a relevant information management or legal studies discipline is strongly preferred
Minimum of two years' experience in conducting legal research preferred
Previous experience in a law firm, professional services or consulting firm in processing new business and/or conflicts of interest is strongly desired
Ability to work under pressure to meet strict deadlines
Familiarity with industry leading NBI and Conflicts systems
Proficiency in Microsoft Office programs
Demonstrated proficiency with new technology, including experience as a system administrator; experience with Intapp Open preferred

Responsibilities

Responsible for new business conflicts checks on a daily basis with exposure to lateral hire conflicts checks on as needed basis
Data entry, search, and analysis of conflicts data as supplied by secretaries, attorneys, marketing and other administrative support staff into the Firm's conflicts and new business intake system
Understanding the business intake and conflicts search process in accordance with Firm policies and procedures
Conduct exhaustive research via internal and external sources on all related parties, affiliates, lateral hire candidate, and major organizational relationships of and investments made by Firm attorneys.
Verify that all searching is comprehensive and adhere to established standards and procedures
Prepare and analyze reports and effectively summarize conflict check results in collaboration with the Conflicts Supervisor and/or Senior Conflicts Manager
Articulate potential issues and follow-up on conflict issues with attorneys and others
Maintain a working knowledge of technology relating to new business intake and conflicts and effectively create workflow changes in the system
Assign new matter numbers, ensure that all waiver and engagement letters are being collected and erect ethical walls as necessary
Respond to all inquiries made by secretaries and attorneys relating to intake and conflicts
Assume any other duties/special projects as assigned by the Conflicts Supervisor or Senior Conflicts Manager.
Work after hours or weekends, as needed

Benefits

Competitive Salary
Discretionary annual bonus program.
Discretionary profit sharing
401(k) matching
Comprehensive health, dental, and vision plans
Optional health savings and flexible spending accounts
Firm-paid Life and Disability benefits
Wellness programs
Competitive time off package including vacation days, paid holidays, sick time and personal days.
Opportunities for continuous learning and career growth through firm provided training programs.
Anniversary and Vedder Praise Programs
Hybrid work model
Family-friendly policies.
Employee discount program
Pre-tax commuter benefits
Back up child & elder care
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Fitness center discounts