What are the responsibilities and job description for the Conflicts and Ethics Analyst position at Freeman Mathis & Gary, LLP?
Freeman Mathis and Gary is a national, specialty litigation firm located next to the Cobb Galleria, steps from the Battery Atlanta. We are seeking an Analyst of Conflicts and Ethics for our Atlanta location. The Analyst conducts internal conflict research on all potential and new cases and works with partners to ensure any conflicts are cleared or waived. An additional essential function of the position includes assisting in the opening of new clients matters in firm software.
The following set of success factors describe the characteristics of those who are successful in our Firm:
- Helpful, Congenial, Personable, Positive
- Unpretentious, Approachable, Respectful, Team Oriented
- Accountable, Takes Ownership, Corrects Mistakes
- Organized, Timely, Confidential, Responsive (within 24 hours)
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Conduct internal conflicts research and comprehensive corporate research on all potential new clients and cases using various electronic databases
- Document processes and maintain records of conflicts related information from the conflicts reporting analysis, follow-up responses received and other relevant data from conversations with firm attorneys
- Review and resolve any legal or business conflicts including resolving any actual or potential conflicts identified
- Work collaboratively with firm attorneys and the Conflicts Team aiding in conflicts resolution; provide excellent customer service to legal assistants and firm attorneys
- Submit new matters for the opening new clients and affiliated matters in firm software system
- Enter and update all matter-related information and firm contacts
- Enter client maintenance and matter maintenance requests, as needed
- Run conflicts on potential lateral matters and business development for the firm
- Other duties as assigned
Education, Experience, and Skills
- Understanding of legal conflicts and applicable ethics rules
- Accuracy and attention to detail a must
- Ability to multi-task
- Proficiency in data entry and processing and following up with tasks
- Excellent working knowledge of Microsoft Office
- Ability to work efficiently in an extremely fast-paced environment with strict deadlines
- Must maintain courteous and professional demeanor, with a positive attitude
- Exceptional written and communication skills a must
- Ability to work with and maintain confidential and sensitive information
- Ability to work effectively in a team atmosphere
- High School Diploma Required
- College Degree desired, or minimum 4 years’ experience in legal or insurance field
- Experience with Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, etc.) required
- Knowledge of other business software and online databases preferred
What we offer you
- Competitive compensation
- Comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision
- HSA and FSA plans available for employees and dependents
- Work-life balance
- Generous PTO policy
- 401K plan including a 3% Employer Safe Harbor contribution
- Firm paid life insurance and long-term disability
- Employee Assistance Program
- Year-end bonuses and referral fee programs
EEO Statement
Freeman Mathis & Gary, LLP (FMG) is committed to providing equal employment opportunity to all applicants and employees by maintaining a workplace free of discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or other protected group status as provided by law. FMG complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws. Employment dependent on successful completion of a background check and drug screen.