Conflicts Staff Attorney
This is an exciting opportunity to work for one of the top law firms in the U.S.! Davis Wright Tremaine LLP is looking for a Conflicts Staff Attorney to join our team in our New York or Washington D.C. offices. This position offers the flexibility to be fully remote while working within reasonable commuting distance from either of our offices. This position is responsible for performing a variety of tasks related to the screening of potential client engagements in accordance with the firm's risk management procedures and policies. At Davis Wright Tremaine, you will find challenging assignments, opportunities for professional growth and community involvement, and a culture of inclusion. DWT fosters inclusiveness and authenticity. Regardless of position, everyone here has a voice and the support is unparalleled.
On a typical day you will
- Undertake and analyze conflicts database searches with respect to new matters for prospective and existing clients, to highlight potential conflict issues for attorneys initiating new clients and new matters for existing clients
- Assist intake attorneys in clearing potential conflicts that may exist based on analysis of the firm’s conflict system through contact with firm attorneys who are responsible for prior matters identified as presenting potential conflict issues
- Assist in identification of conflicts of interest, and assist in drafting waivers with respect to those conflicts that a client or a former client may waive under the applicable Rules of Professional Conduct
- Participate in training sessions for attorneys and staff regarding the firm’s conflict screening and new client/new matter intake processes
- Update department training materials on conflict and new business intake issues
- Run special searches as needed (i.e. prior relations of new attorneys, potential merger, etc.) to identify potential conflict issues
- Participate in special projects involving new business intake best practices and risk management initiatives
- Assist with other administrative tasks, and/or support as assigned
Join us if you have
- 3+ years prior experience as an attorney conducting conflict analysis in a large law firm environment is highly desirable.
- JD required
- Demonstrated knowledge of conflict-of-interest rules under the Rule of Professional Conduct required; prior experience with conflict analysis in a large law firm environment is ideal
- Strong communication skills, verbal and written
- Ability to build relationships with other attorneys to gain confidence in the conflicts analysis and approval process
- Attention to detail, analysis and organizational skills
- Strong interpersonal skills, team player able to work in a fast-paced environment
- Strong customer service skills, including understanding and responding quickly to a variety of inquiries
- Ability to work under pressure and meet project deadlines
- Experience with Microsoft Office is required; experience with Intapp Open or related products is preferred
Who We Are
Davis Wright Tremaine LLP is an AmLaw 100 law firm with 9 offices nationwide. We are relentlessly committed to client service and look for candidates who share that commitment. At DWT, client service means having empathy for each client’s and each lawyer’s work and personal pressures, business objectives, and legal needs; anticipating their needs; and having the capabilities and commitment to deliver what matters most to them.What’s in it For You?
DWT offers competitive compensation in addition to ample benefits including but not limited to:- Choice of health and vision insurance plans
- 2 paid volunteer days for qualifying community service work
- Dental plan
- Fertility and adoption benefit
- Paid sabbatical after 13 years of service
- Tuition reimbursement
- Commuter benefits
- Retirement contribution