Paralegal, General Counsel’s Office

Davis Polk & Wardwell LLP•New York, NY

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Davis Polk & Wardwell LLP (including its associated entities) is an elite global law firm with world-class practices across the board. Clients know they can rely on Davis Polk for their most challenging legal and business matters. From offices in the world's key financial centers and political capitals, our more than 1,000 lawyers collaborate seamlessly to deliver exceptional service, sophisticated advice and creative, practical solutions. Visit davispolk.com. Position Summary The Paralegal, General Counsel’s Office (“Paralegal, GCO”) is responsible for assisting the General Counsel team with responsibilities pertaining to new hires and new client matters, including new hire and new matter conflicts review, implementing and monitoring ethical walls, and supporting compliance with engagement letter requirements. The position will be part of the Office of General Counsel, with frequent direct interaction with the Senior Conflicts Attorney and the Assistant and Associate General Counsel, and will communicate with partners and associates to assist with conflicts clearance. Given the nature of the firm’s work, the Paralegal, GCO must be available outside normal office hours and flexible with respect to evening and weekend work as circumstances require.

Requirements

Availability and willingness to work outside normal business hours on a routine basis, including nights and weekends, at times with little notice.
The ability to work as part of a team.
Excellent oral and written communication skills.
Excellent organizational skills and the ability to set priorities and multi-task while meeting strict deadlines.
Ability to maintain flexibility as priorities and tasks change.
Keen attention to detail.

Responsibilities

Review and analyze lateral attorney and non-attorney staff conflicts reports (which are based on prior work experience).
Communicate with lateral candidates and relevant attorneys.
Draft conflicts waiver request letters.
Consult with Managing Attorney to ensure appropriate notifications to government agencies and courts, as appropriate.
Implement and monitor ethical walls in connection with new firm business, lateral attorney candidate conflicts, and ad hoc requests.
Review engagement terms with new and existing firm clients to ensure compliance with engagement letter rules.
Address gaps in applicable engagement terms with the responsible attorney and Assistant and Associate General Counsel as needed.
Assist with special projects and other responsibilities relating to the conflicts process, as needed.