Conflict Staff Attorney

Conflicts Staff Attorney - Lateral Focus (Hybrid) About the Role: A leading global law firm is seeking a Conflicts Staff Attorney to join its Lateral Conflicts function , supporting the review and resolution of conflicts of interest related to lateral attorney hires and select new business matters . This is a non-associate-track attorney role designed for experienced conflicts professionals who enjoy analytical work, collaboration with firm leadership, and a predictable schedule. The position is based in Chicago or Washington, D.C. and follows a hybrid work model with an onsite onboarding period. What You'll Do Analyze conflicts reports related to lateral hires and new matters Evaluate search results prepared by conflicts analysts to identify potential conflicts of interest Draft clear, practical conflicts summaries for attorneys and firm leadership Partner with lawyers and conflicts leadership to resolve issues, implement screens, and support waiver processes Review conflicts questionnaires submitted by lateral candidates and follow up as needed Support the lateral onboarding process from a conflicts and compliance perspective Prepare engagement-related documentation, including waivers and screening memoranda Track and manage multiple conflicts reviews in a deadline-driven environment Contribute to ongoing improvements in conflicts workflows, systems, and processes Preparing detailed summaries for lateral partner candidates, staying current on conflicts rules across the firm's jurisdictions, and drafting waivers and screens What We're Looking For JD from an ABA-accredited law school required Active admission to a U.S. bar and good standing required 2-4 years of relevant conflicts clearance experience strongly preferred , particularly within a law firm environment Candidates from smaller firms or compliance / ethics roles in regulated industries (banking, insurance, etc.) will also be considered Candidates may hold titles such as Conflicts Analyst or similar, provided they have earned a JD Nice to have Experience with conflicts databases or intake systems (e.g., Intapp or similar tools) Skills & Attributes Strong analytical judgment and attention to detail Ability to manage multiple priorities under time pressure Clear, professional written and verbal communication skills High degree of discretion and confidentiality Collaborative, service-oriented mindset Full-time, exempt role (Monday-Friday, standard business hours) 100% onsite for the first two weeks for onboarding and training Thereafter, minimum one day per week onsite Regular, reliable attendance is expected; additional hours may occasionally be required Relocation assistance is not provided, though relocation-ready candidates are welcome to apply Compensation Base salary range: $145,700-$200,350 , depending on experience and location (Illinois or Washington, D.C.) Competitive benefits package and bonus eligibility Why This Role Strong work/life balance with minimal after-hours or weekend demands Stable, well-resourced firm environment Direct access to the tools, systems, and stakeholders needed to be effective Clear expectations and long-term role stability for professional conflicts attorneys #J-18808-Ljbffr