Major, Lindsey & Africa’s Interim Legal Talent group has an immediate need for a Temp to Perm Conflicts Attorney.
Overview: Major, Lindsey & Africa is seeking a Conflicts Attorney with 3-5+ years of experience in Conflicts for approximately three to six plus months.
Company: A Global Law Firm is looking to add to their office of General Counsel
Experience: Looking for Candidates with strong ethics and conflicts experience to oversee analysts and work together to help the firm with Conflicts matters.
Location: Chicago Hybrid (2 days per week in office).
Responsibilities:
- Facilitate the firm’s new business intake process, ensuring a thorough and efficient evaluation of potential clients and matters.
- Conduct detailed conflicts of interest analyses for new business engagements utilizing both internal and external databases.
- Draft and implement conflicts waivers and ethical walls as necessary to resolve potential conflicts of interest.
- Advise attorneys and staff on ethical obligations and compliance with Rules of Professional Conduct, fostering an environment of ethical awareness and compliance.
- Provide guidance and training to attorneys and staff on the firm’s conflicts and business intake policies and procedures.
- Participate in the after-hours, weekend, and holiday on-call rotation for emergency conflicts checks and inquiries.
- Demonstrates effective interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills to facilitate effective work relationships with others.
- Manages Firm resources responsibly.
- Complies with and understands Firm operation, policies, and procedures.
- Performs other related duties as assigned.
Qualifications:
- Juris Doctor from an accredited law school and admission to the Bar
- A minimum of 3-5 years of relevant experience in conflicts management, ethical compliance, or a related field within a large law firm environment
- Demonstrated knowledge of the rules of professional responsibility and a strong ethical judgment.
- Excellent analytical, research, and communication skills, with a detail-oriented approach to problem-solving.
- Proven ability to manage complex information and make informed decisions swiftly.
- Strong interpersonal skills, with the ability to work collaboratively in a team-oriented environment.
- Proficiency in PC and Windows applications, with a willingness to learn and adapt to new technologies.
- Knowledge of relevant firm computer software programs (e.g. Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint), with the ability to learn new software and operating systems
- Demonstrates effective interpersonal and communication skills, both verbally and in writing
- Demonstrates close attention to detail
- Excellent analytical, troubleshooting, organizational, and planning skills [Exempt Non-management]
- Ability to handle multiple projects and shifting priorities
- Ability to handle sensitive matters and maintain confidentiality
- Ability to organize and prioritize work
- Ability to work well in a demanding and fast-paced environment
- Ability to work well independently as well as effectively within a team
- Ability to use discretion and exercise independent and sound judgment [Exempt Non-management]
- Flexibility to travel [If applicable]
- Flexibility to adjust hours and work the hours necessary to meet operating and business needs
Pay Rate: $70-80/hour
Information regarding benefits can be found on MLA’s Website on the Consultant Resources Page: https://www.mlaglobal.com/en/consultant-resources
All interested and qualified candidates should apply directly with Major, Lindsey & Africa for review and consideration.
Major, Lindsey & Africa does not discriminate against applications on the basis of age, sex, race or any other protected characteristics pursuant to applicable state or federal laws.
JOB ID: 205866
