Conflicts Counsel

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Conflicts Counsel

The candidate analyzes conflict of interest reports for new Firm representations and lateral attorney hires to identify potential conflict issues. Resolves conflict of interest issues (including obtaining necessary consents and drafting ethics wall memos) related to the Firm’s clearance of new clients, new matters, and lateral attorneys. Analyzes information provided with new matter requests for compliance with Firm policies and applicable rules of professional responsibility, reviews and edits draft engagement letters for compliance with same. Reviews client outside counsel guidelines and assists with assessment of the Firm’s ability to comply. Conducts orientation of staff and attorneys regarding conflicts of interest and new matter approval process. Performs other duties as assigned. Should have a law degree and bar membership. Should have 5 years of practice experience as a lawyer in a mid-size to the large law firm. Significant experience in conflict-of-interest law and/or professional responsibility is preferred. Basic knowledge of conflict-of-interest principles under professional responsibility rules. Basic knowledge of an automated file opening system. Ability to organize and prioritize work in a dynamic and complex environment to meet deadlines and daily requirements. Ability to adapt to changing priorities and maintain a productive committed work effort, meeting deadlines and managing workload. Demonstrated ability to make recommendations to successfully resolve issues through judgment consistent with standards, practices, policies, procedures, regulations, or government law. Excellent critical thinking and problem-solving ability as well as a working knowledge of the rules of professional conduct. Ability to communicate clearly and effectively, both orally and in writing. Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work with individuals in various roles and locations and at all levels of the organization.

Company info

McNees Wallace & Nurick LLC
Elizabeth Maninfior
100 Pine Street
Harrisburg
Pennsylvania
United States 17101
Website : https://www.mcneeslaw.com/