Conflicts Attorney #32112

Location: Hybrid | Multiple Locations

Salary Range: $120,000 - $150,000 | DOE

Schedule: Full-time | Monday-Friday

About the Role

Our client, a prominent organization in the legal services industry, is seeking a detail-oriented and experienced Conflicts Attorney to join its Conflicts and Intake team. This position plays a critical role in ensuring compliance with legal ethics and risk management practices, supporting offices across the United States.

If you are a licensed attorney with a strong background in conflict analysis, business intake procedures, and risk mitigation, this is your opportunity to be considered for a trusted advisor position in a collaborative and fast-paced environment.

The Conflicts Attorney can sit in any of the following locations: Boston, MA, Chesterbrook, PA, Minneapolis, MN, Pittsburgh, PA, Los Angeles, CA, New York, NY, Wilmington, DE, Chicago, IL, Philadelphia, PA, Princeton, NJ, West Palm Beach, FL, Irvine, CA, Baltimore, MD, Harrisburg, PA, Newark, NJ, Miami, FL, Washington, DC, Ft. Lauderdale, FL.

Required Qualifications

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school.
• Active Bar membership in good standing in at least one U.S. jurisdiction.
• 2 years of experience as a conflicts attorney in a corporate law firm environment.
• Familiarity with Intapp Conflicts, Intapp Open, and conflicts database systems.
• Experience with Aderant is a plus.
• Strong working knowledge of conflict databases, legal ethics rules, and risk management principles.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint).
• Exceptional attention to detail, with the ability to identify subtle risks and develop clear, actionable solutions.
• Ability to work effectively under pressure and manage urgent matters on short notice.
• Ability to communicate effectively, sound judgment, and a professional demeanor.
• Capable of mentoring and supervising support staff as needed.

Key Responsibilities

• Review and analyze conflict check reports generated in connection with business intake and new hire onboarding.
• Identify and assess potential legal conflicts of interest and business relationship risks; provide comprehensive analysis and guidance to firm attorneys and leadership.
• Collaborate with firm partners, counsel, and other key stakeholders to resolve identified conflicts and implement appropriate resolutions.
• Draft, review, and manage conflict waivers, ethical walls, and legal screens to maintain compliance and confidentiality standards.
• Advise and support a team of conflict specialists on best practices, including corporate family research and intake procedures.
• Provide expert-level guidance on conflicts of interest policies, business intake protocols, and firm procedures to attorneys and administrative staff.
• Assist with the drafting and editing of engagement letters and other standard documentation.
• Respond to time-sensitive matters and be available for urgent issues, including occasional evenings and weekends.
• Support ongoing process improvements and contribute to ad hoc projects in collaboration with the firm’s risk management and compliance teams.

Apply Now

Join a collaborative and innovative team where your legal expertise will directly support ethical compliance and business success. If you’re ready to take on a high-visibility role in conflict resolution and legal risk management, apply today to advance your legal career with our client.

Founded in 1969, JOHNLEONARD, a woman-owned business, is the premier staffing choice in Boston and beyond. We provide Temporary/Contract, Direct Hire, Temp-to-Hire, and Payroll services as part of our comprehensive service offerings. JOHNLEONARD is an equal opportunity employer committed to representation, belonging, and accessibility in the workplace. All applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.