Assistant Conflicts Counsel

Robert Half • Chicago, IL • 2h ago

Description

Assistant Conflicts Counsel (Chicago | Remote)

A prominent, full-service law firm is seeking a highly experienced Assistant Conflicts Counsel to join its Conflicts & Ethics team. This is a senior-level role supporting firm attorneys and leadership by managing complex conflicts matters, including mergers, lateral hires, and new business intake, while ensuring compliance with responsibility and legal ethics requirements.

This position can be based in any U.S. office and offers flexibility with remote work as business needs require.

Key Responsibilities

Partner with Conflicts Counsel to help manage and mentor a team of Conflicts Attorneys and Analysts in a fast-paced, high-volume environment

Lead law firm merger conflicts from inception through resolution, including conflicts analysis, waiver coordination, ethical wall implementation, and stakeholder communication

Run, analyze, and resolve complex conflicts searches for new matters and lateral hires using Intapp Conflicts, Intake, and Walls

Identify and resolve ethical conflicts and business issues in collaboration with firm attorneys, General Counsel, and internal stakeholders

Draft and negotiate engagement letters, complex conflict waivers, and ethical screen memoranda

Establish, monitor, and maintain ethical walls using firm systems

Drive process improvement initiatives to enhance efficiency, reduce risk, and support firm growth

Assist with training and development of new Conflicts Attorneys

Provide exceptional client service to attorneys and legal support staff

Travel to U.S. offices as needed and support matters outside of standard business hours when required

Requirements

Qualifications

J.D. required

10+ years of conflicts experience in a mid- to large-sized law firm

Advanced proficiency with Intapp Conflicts, Intake, and Walls

Strong experience handling conflicts related to law firm mergers and lateral onboarding

Deep knowledge of legal ethics, responsibility, and conflicts rules

Exceptional analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills

Ability to manage multiple priorities with accuracy and discretion

Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to translate complex issues for diverse audiences

Proven ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team-oriented environment

Compensation & Benefits

Base salary: $195,000 - $235,000

Comprehensive benefits package including:

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Life and disability coverage

401(k) with firm match

Generous PTO and paid parental leave

Backup childcare and eldercare benefits

Performance-based bonus opportunities

Interested candidates with substantial law firm conflicts experience are encouraged to apply. All inquiries will be handled confidentially.

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