Legal Conflicts Research Analyst

MetaRPO • Indianapolis, IN

6d • $23 - $34 • Hybrid

About The Position

Our client, a nationally respected law firm, is seeking a Conflicts Research Analyst to join its
growing conflicts team in Indianapolis, IN. This role plays a critical part in helping attorneys
identify potential conflicts of interest and navigate ethical obligations related to new
matters and lateral hires. The position is ideal for a detail-oriented professional with strong
research skills and an interest in legal ethics and compliance.

Requirements

• 1–2+ years of experience in a law firm conflicts department
• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of education and relevant law firm experience
• Familiarity with legal ethics rules and professional responsibility standards
• Experience conducting conflict checks, corporate research, or legal intake reviews
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Exceptional attention to detail and analytical thinking abilities
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
• At least 1 year of conflicts experience at a mid- to large-sized law firm
• Bachelor’s degree or clear equivalent work history
• Familiarity with legal ethics and professional responsibility rules
• Experience conducting conflict checks or corporate research
• Salary requirement provided (not open or negotiable)
• Authorized to work in the United States
• No sponsorship required now or in the future
• Ability to work onsite or hybrid in Indianapolis, IN

Nice To Haves

• Experience with Intapp or similar conflicts software
• Drafting engagement letters, conflict waivers, or ethical screen memorandums
• Large-scale data cleanup or client/matter database management experience
• Strong legal writing or analytical reporting experience

Responsibilities

• Define search strategies and conduct conflict checks using the firm’s electronic system (Intapp or similar)
• Analyze and summarize search results for attorneys and Conflicts Counsel, identifying potential issues and recommendations
• Perform corporate research using online databases to uncover relationships and affiliations
• Draft engagement letters, conflict waivers, and ethical screen memorandums for review
• Collaborate with Conflicts Counsel, Conflicts Attorneys, General Counsel, and legal teams to support resolution efforts
• Assist with cleanup and reconciliation of client and matter records in the conflicts database
• Provide responsive, high-level support to attorneys and legal assistants
• Occasionally support requests outside of standard business hours as needed

Benefits

• Full Benefits
• Relocation Expenses
• Interview Expenses

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level