Conflicts Attorney

McDermott Will & Emery•Chicago, IL

5d•Onsite

About The Position

McDermott Will & Schulte is a leading global law firm seeking a Conflicts Attorney to identify, analyze, and resolve potential conflicts of interest related to new business acquisition and lateral hiring for all Firm offices. This role ensures compliance with the Firm’s conflicts and risk management policies and procedures. The Conflicts Attorney works under minimal supervision, utilizing experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals. The firm fosters an award-winning culture that prioritizes warmth, authenticity, and inclusivity, encouraging diverse perspectives and providing support for employees' physical, emotional, mental, and financial health, with an emphasis on work-life balance. They offer generous compensation packages and opportunities for career acceleration.

Requirements

Juris Doctorate (J.D.)
Active bar membership in good standing
At least two (2) years of related work experience
Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, and Word)
Knowledge of time entry and conflict of interest databases
Familiarity with legal research tools and databases
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Strong organizational and analytical skills
Ability to work under tight deadlines and prioritize responsibilities
Ability to handle and maintain confidential information
Ability to learn new concepts and skills quickly

Responsibilities

Conduct conflict analysis on new Firm business and lateral hires.
Prepare, audit, and present conflict reports to attorneys to resolve issues in a timely manner.
Consult with partners, General Counsel’s office, and Professional Responsibility Committee to create and maintain effective screening restrictions and ensure appropriate ethical waivers are in place.
Review engagement letters and outside counsel guidelines to ensure Firm-wide compliance and assist the New Business Committee.
Perform legal research, including review of case law and jurisdictional issues related to conflicts clearance, lateral hiring, ethical walls, and related issues.