Wilmington, DE · On-site +1
$170K - $225K/yr
Wilmington, Delaware (Hybrid or Remote - West Coast Hours) About the Role The General Counsel ... Advise attorneys and staff on professional responsibility obligations and conflicts rules * Provide ...
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Wilmington, DE · On-site +1
$170K - $225K/yr
Wilmington, Delaware (Hybrid or Remote - West Coast Hours) About the Role The General Counsel ... Advise attorneys and staff on professional responsibility obligations and conflicts rules * Provide ...
Wilmington, DE · On-site +1
Fish was established in 1878, and now has more than 400 attorneys and technology specialists in the ... This is a remote-first position, with a focus on candidates located in MA, DE, NY, CA, DC, MN, TX, ...
Wilmington, DE · On-site +1
Fish was established in 1878, and now has more than 400 attorneys and technology specialists in the ... This is a remote-first position, with a focus on candidates located in MA, DE, NY, CA, DC, MN, TX, ...
Wilmington, DE · On-site +1
$55K - $65K/yr
Ballard Spahr is a nationally recognized law firm with more than 750 lawyers across 19 offices in ... This position is fully remote. Why Join Us? * Innovative Work Environment: Become part of a forward ...
Wilmington, DE · On-site +1
$55K - $65K/yr
Ballard Spahr is a nationally recognized law firm with more than 750 lawyers across 19 offices in ... This position is fully remote. Why Join Us? * Innovative Work Environment: Become part of a forward ...
To thrive as a Conflicts Attorney in a remote setting, you need strong legal research skills, attention to detail, and expertise in identifying and evaluating potential legal and business conflicts, typically supported by a Juris Doctor (JD) and bar admission. Familiarity with conflicts-checking databases, law firm management systems, and compliance software is highly valuable. Excellent communication, analytical thinking, and the ability to work independently are important soft skills. These skills ensure accurate conflict analysis, maintain client confidentiality, and support effective collaboration across dispersed legal teams.
A Conflicts Attorney in a remote role is responsible for identifying and resolving potential conflicts of interest in legal matters while working from a remote location. They review new client engagements, analyze conflict reports, and ensure compliance with ethical and professional standards. These attorneys collaborate with legal teams to address any issues that may arise and help maintain the firm's integrity and regulatory compliance. Strong research, analytical skills, and attention to detail are essential for this role.
As a remote Conflicts Attorney, your primary responsibilities include reviewing new client matters, conducting comprehensive conflict checks, analyzing potential conflicts, and advising attorneys on resolution or waivers. You work closely with new business intake teams, partners, and compliance professionals to ensure the firm's ethical and legal standards are upheld. Effective communication and proactive follow-up are essential since much of your collaboration occurs virtually through email, video meetings, and legal management systems. This role requires a high degree of self-motivation and organization, as you often juggle multiple matters for attorneys across various practice areas and jurisdictions.
Wilmington, DE • On-site, Remote
$170K - $225K/yr
Full-time
Medical, Dental, Life, Retirement, PTO
Posted 21 days ago
Boston, Massachusetts; Chicago, Illinois; Houston, Texas; Los Angeles, California; New York, New York; Palo Alto, California; Washington, D.C.; Wilmington, Delaware (Hybrid or Remote – West Coast Hours)
About the RoleThe General Counsel’s Office is responsible for ensuring firmwide compliance with ethical obligations and conflicts of interest rules. The New Business Intake & Conflicts Clearance team plays a critical role in reviewing, analyzing, and clearing potential conflicts to support the firm’s ability to efficiently and ethically take on new matters and clients.
Attorneys in this role work closely with firm lawyers and administrative departments to support the intake process, manage risk, and maintain compliance with applicable professional responsibility standards.
Key ResponsibilitiesWe are seeking an associate attorney with approximately 3+ years of experience in conflicts management, legal ethics, professional responsibility, or a related compliance function within a large law firm environment.
The ideal candidate will have:
The expected base salary range for this position is $170,000 to $225,000 annually, with final compensation determined based on experience and other job-related factors in accordance with applicable law. This position may be eligible for a discretionary year-end bonus.
Professional Development & BenefitsThe firm offers a comprehensive benefits package for attorneys in the General Counsel’s Office, including medical, dental, disability, and life insurance, retirement benefits, bar registration support, continuing legal education resources, paid vacation, and parental leave. Attorneys also benefit from structured training and ongoing exposure to complex ethics and compliance issues within a large law firm environment.
Equal Employment OpportunityThe firm is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local employment laws.
