Conflicts Attorney

Work Arrangement: Full-time, remote position available. We welcome applicants based on the West Coast or East Coast of the U.S.

Fisher Phillips, a premier international labor and employment law firm, is seeking an experienced Conflicts Attorney to join our New Business Intake team. This role is ideally suited for candidates with direct law-firm conflicts experience—those who regularly analyze conflict reports, apply ethical rules, coordinate resolutions, and collaborate with Risk Management, General Counsel, or Intake teams.

In this high-impact position, you will be responsible for evaluating and resolving potential conflicts involving new business, lateral hires, and RFPs. You’ll work closely with the General Counsel’s Office and attorneys across the firm, making informed decisions that directly protect the firm and its clients.

We’re looking for a detail-driven conflicts professional with 2+ years of hands-on conflicts analysis in a law firm environment (such as Conflicts Attorney, Conflicts Analyst, Risk Management Attorney, or Ethics/Professional Responsibility role). Candidates without prior conflicts experience will not be considered for this position.

If you have a strong command of conflicts rules, experience with conflicts databases, and a passion for safeguarding ethical compliance, we encourage you to apply.

Please note: This role is not an entry point into practice. Applicants must have substantive conflicts or law-firm risk-management experience.

Key Responsibilities

• Analyze complex conflict reports and exercise independent judgment to identify potential conflict of interest issues with new business, legal hires, and requests for proposal.
• Conduct research to gather information and/or clarification on potential issues. Including researching the appropriate jurisdictional conflict and/or ethical rules and opinions to assist in determining specific conflict resolution strategies.
• Collaborate with attorneys, paralegals, and support staff to gather necessary information for conflict analysis.
• Take initiative to analyze and resolve conflicts independently.
• Prepare clear and concise communications to attorneys, identifying all potential issues found in the conflict report in order to provide recommendations to attorneys and facilitate conflict resolution.
• Request and maintain all necessary supporting documentation to clear actual or potential conflict issues.
• Draft consents and conflicts waivers, ensuring compliance with legal and ethical standards.
• Provide assistance in managing client guidelines related to conflicts of interest, confidentiality, and ethical obligations.
• Prepare and implement ethical walls.
• Assist in developing and implementing conflicts policies and procedures.
• Provide guidance to New Business Intake Analysts with the goal of ensuring accuracy and consistency in preparation and analysis of conflict reports.
• Assist in training of New Business Intake staff and Firm administrative staff.
• Maintain knowledge of trends and developments involving legal and ethical rules related to conflicts of interest, confidentiality, and professional responsibility.
• Coordinate with the conflicts team to update and maintain the conflicts database and ensure accurate conflict reporting.
• Respond promptly to conflicts-related inquiries from attorneys and staff.
• Maintain strict confidentiality and handle sensitive information with the utmost discretion.

Requirements

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited law school.
• Active membership in good standing with the bar association of the relevant jurisdiction.
• Minimum of 2 years of hands-on conflicts experience in a law firm environment (e.g., Conflicts Attorney, Conflicts Analyst, Risk Management Attorney, or Professional Responsibility role).
• In-depth knowledge of conflicts of interest rules, legal ethics, and professional responsibility.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to assess complex legal scenarios.
• Excellent attention to detail and exceptional organizational skills.
• Outstanding written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to handle multiple priorities and work under tight deadlines.
• Proficiency in using Intapp Open and Intapp Walls software and other relevant legal technology tools.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently as well as collaboratively in a team-oriented environment.
• High level of professionalism, integrity, and ethical conduct.

Qualified applications with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with both the FCO and the California Fair Chance Act (FCA).

Compensation

The salary range for this position is $102,000 - $150,000. Actual base pay within this range will be determined by several components, including but not limited to, location, relevant experience, internal equity, skills, qualifications, and other job-related factors permitted by law.

Why Join Us

At Fisher Phillips, we recognize that exceptional talent is the foundation of our success, enabling us to deliver outstanding service to both our internal and external clients. Joining our team means collaborating in a professional yet dynamic environment that leverages cutting-edge technology. Our leadership is committed to fostering your professional growth and providing opportunities to challenge yourself in meaningful ways.

We believe in rewarding talent with more than just a competitive salary. Our comprehensive benefits package includes health, dental, and vision insurance, a 401(k) with profit sharing, 18 days of vacation, accrue 10 sick days each calendar year and 10 paid holidays per benefit year.

Your well-being is our priority. We offer 24/7 telehealth services, a variety of wellness programs, and additional optional benefits designed to support your unique lifestyle. At Fisher Phillips, you will find a workplace that values your health, happiness, and continued professional development. To learn more about our firm, visit us at www.fisherphillips.com.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Fisher Phillips is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and
applicants, regardless of race, ethnicity, religion, sex (including related medical conditions), gender, sexual orientation, national origin, citizenship status, veteran status, marital status, pregnancy, age, disability, or any other protected status, in compliance with all applicable laws.

The statements in this position description are not necessarily all-inclusive. Additional duties and responsibilities may be assigned, and requirements may vary from time to time.

We use an automated employment decision tool (‘AEDT’) as part of our hiring process to evaluate applicants for Conflicts Attorney. This tool assesses work experience, skills, qualifications, and education relevant to the job description and requirements using machine learning or artificial intelligence. If you are a candidate located in New York City and wish to request an alternative selection process or accommodation, please contact staffrecruiting@fisherphillips.com.

Relocation costs are not covered. We are only accepting direct applicants; third-party recruiters or agencies will not be considered. No phone inquiries, please.