Conflicts Analyst

Morrison & Foerster, LLP • Washington, DC

8h • Hybrid

About The Position

The Conflicts Analyst applies detailed knowledge of professional methods to produce, review, and analyze conflict of interest reports. Ensures client service and satisfaction are attained in all areas of the position. Produce and review conflict reports using the Firm’s conflicts software and identify potential conflicts issues. Conduct research to support conflicts analysis, including matter status, entity roles, prior waivers, and corporate affiliate relationships using internal and external resources. Independently analyze conflict reports with limited guidance from Conflicts Coordinators. Summarize findings and submit analyses to attorneys and secretaries through the Firm’s electronic workflow system. Create ethical walls as requested and appropriate. Assist with maintaining waiver and engagement letter records, including monitoring databases and creating engagement letter flags. Retrieve and distribute waiver letters to attorneys upon request.

Requirements

• One year of conflicts, legal assistant, or comparable law firm experience in a decision-making capacity required
• Strong communication, interpersonal, analytical, and organizational skills, with exceptional attention to detail.
• Ability to learn and apply conflict of interest principles, exercise sound judgment, and handle sensitive information with discretion and confidentiality.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and work overtime as needed.

Nice To Haves

• Familiarity with law firm conflicts systems and Microsoft Word preferred.

Responsibilities

• Produce and review conflict reports using the Firm’s conflicts software and identify potential conflicts issues.
• Conduct research to support conflicts analysis, including matter status, entity roles, prior waivers, and corporate affiliate relationships using internal and external resources.
• Independently analyze conflict reports with limited guidance from Conflicts Coordinators.
• Summarize findings and submit analyses to attorneys and secretaries through the Firm’s electronic workflow system.
• Create ethical walls as requested and appropriate.
• Assist with maintaining waiver and engagement letter records, including monitoring databases and creating engagement letter flags.
• Retrieve and distribute waiver letters to attorneys upon request.

Benefits

• A variety of options for medical, dental, vision, life and disability coverage to meet the needs of you and your family.
• Industry-leading parental leave and family benefits including adoption and fertility treatment options and backup child and elder care.
• Global wellness program, including free access to Talkspace and Calm apps.
• Annual community service day to make an impact on your community and a birthday holiday just for fun.
• Education reimbursement annually.
• Dedicated Talent Development team.
• Competitive annual profit-sharing contribution.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed