We’re recruiting on behalf of a nationally respected law firm seeking a Conflicts Research Analyst to join their growing conflicts team. This role plays a critical part in helping attorneys navigate ethical obligations and identify potential conflicts of interest for new matters and lateral hires.
It’s a great opportunity for a detail-oriented professional with strong legal research skills, a service mindset, and an interest in compliance and legal ethics.
Key Responsibilities:
Define search strategies and conduct conflict checks using the firm’s internal electronic system (Intapp or similar)
Analyze and summarize results for attorneys and Conflicts Counsel, identifying potential issues and offering recommended resolutions
Perform corporate research using online databases to uncover relationships and affiliations
Draft engagement letters, conflict waivers, and ethical screen memorandums for internal review
Collaborate with Conflicts Counsel, Conflicts Attorneys, General Counsel, and the broader legal team to support resolution efforts
Assist with ongoing cleanup and reconciliation of client/matter records in the conflicts database
Provide responsive, high-level support to attorneys and legal assistants
Occasionally support requests outside of regular business hours as needed
Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree required (or equivalent combination of education and relevant law firm experience)
1–2+ years of experience in a conflicts department at a mid- to large-sized law firm
Familiarity with legal ethics and professional responsibility rules related to conflicts
Experience with Intapp or similar legal conflicts software strongly preferred
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a high-volume, fast-paced environment
Exceptional attention to detail and critical thinking skills
Comfortable translating complex research into clear, actionable guidance
Freqently Asked Questions
Exceptional Conflicts Research Analysts excel in ethical scrutiny, advanced conflict-checking software like Intapp, and the ability to translate complex legal research into clear guidance. Their strength lies in proactive identification of potential conflicts, ensuring attorneys navigate compliance without jeopardizing client relationships.
Professionals often move towards senior conflicts counsel or legal ethics advisory roles. With experience, they can transition into compliance management or legal project analyst positions, leveraging their deep understanding of conflict resolution and legal research to influence firm-wide policies.
Days are marked by meticulous data gathering from legal databases, conducting conflict checks through platforms like Intapp, drafting ethical memorandums, and collaborating with attorneys to resolve issues swiftly. The role demands agility, attention to detail, and clear communication under tight deadlines.
Ives & Associates emphasizes a collaborative conflicts team culture, integrating cutting-edge conflict management software and providing direct access to senior conflicts counsel, which enhances learning opportunities and swift resolution processes unique to their firm’s environment.
Handling complex lateral hire conflicts, ensuring precise reconciliation of client data, and occasionally addressing urgent conflict requests beyond business hours are common hurdles. The analyst must balance speed with accuracy while maintaining high ethical standards in a dynamic legal setting.
While not mandatory, certifications in legal compliance or ethics, such as those offered by the Association of Corporate Counsel, enhance credibility. Familiarity with legal software tools like Intapp is highly valued, reflecting Denver firms' focus on tech-savvy conflict resolution.
Denver’s growing legal sector maintains moderate competition for conflicts roles due to rising demand for compliance experts amid expanding firms. Candidates with strong legal research skills and conflict management software experience tend to stand out in this evolving marketplace.
Salaries typically range from $60,000 to $80,000 annually, depending on experience and firm size. Given Denver’s cost of living and the specialized nature of conflicts research, compensation reflects the expertise required to manage ethical risk effectively within legal teams.
Proficiency with Intapp is vital, as it streamlines conflict checks and database management. At Ives & Associates, this expertise ensures timely conflict identification, aiding attorneys in maintaining compliance and reducing legal risks efficiently.
Experts should navigate corporate registries, court records, and proprietary conflict databases. Mastery in these resources enables comprehensive background checks and relationship mapping, vital for uncovering affiliations that might trigger conflicts of interest in legal matters.
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