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Venable LLP

Conflicts Attorney

Chicago, IL · On-site

$145K - $180K/yr

The Conflicts Attorney is responsible for evaluating and resolving legal conflicts-of-interest for new business intake, matter openings, client updates, and lateral attorney onboarding. This role ...

Venable LLP

Conflicts Attorney

Denver, CO · On-site

$145K - $180K/yr

The Conflicts Attorney is responsible for evaluating and resolving legal conflicts-of-interest for new business intake, matter openings, client updates, and lateral attorney onboarding. This role ...

Venable LLP

Conflicts Attorney

Chicago, IL · On-site

$145K - $180K/yr

The Conflicts Attorney is responsible for evaluating and resolving legal conflicts-of-interest for new business intake, matter openings, client updates, and lateral attorney onboarding. This role ...

Venable LLP

Conflicts Attorney

Miami, FL · On-site

$128K - $163K/yr

The Conflicts Attorney is responsible for evaluating and resolving legal conflicts-of-interest for new business intake, matter openings, client updates, and lateral attorney onboarding. This role ...

Venable LLP

Conflicts Attorney

Tysons, VA · On-site

The Conflicts Attorney is responsible for evaluating and resolving legal conflicts-of-interest for new business intake, matter openings, client updates, and lateral attorney onboarding. This role ...

Venable LLP

Conflicts Attorney

Tysons, VA · On-site

The Conflicts Attorney is responsible for evaluating and resolving legal conflicts-of-interest for new business intake, matter openings, client updates, and lateral attorney onboarding. This role ...

Venable LLP

Conflicts Attorney

Manhattan, NY · On-site

$160K - $200K/yr

The Conflicts Attorney is responsible for evaluating and resolving legal conflicts-of-interest for new business intake, matter openings, client updates, and lateral attorney onboarding. This role ...

Venable LLP

Conflicts Attorney

Washington, DC · On-site

$150K - $190K/yr

The Conflicts Attorney is responsible for evaluating and resolving legal conflicts-of-interest for new business intake, matter openings, client updates, and lateral attorney onboarding. This role ...

Venable LLP

Conflicts Attorney

Baltimore, MD · On-site

$145K - $180K/yr

The Conflicts Attorney is responsible for evaluating and resolving legal conflicts-of-interest for new business intake, matter openings, client updates, and lateral attorney onboarding. This role ...

Venable LLP

Conflicts Attorney

Miami, FL · On-site

$128K - $163K/yr

The Conflicts Attorney is responsible for evaluating and resolving legal conflicts-of-interest for new business intake, matter openings, client updates, and lateral attorney onboarding. This role ...

Venable LLP

Conflicts Attorney

Baltimore, MD · On-site

$145K - $180K/yr

The Conflicts Attorney is responsible for evaluating and resolving legal conflicts-of-interest for new business intake, matter openings, client updates, and lateral attorney onboarding. This role ...

Venable LLP

Conflicts Attorney

Manhattan, NY · On-site

$160K - $200K/yr

The Conflicts Attorney is responsible for evaluating and resolving legal conflicts-of-interest for new business intake, matter openings, client updates, and lateral attorney onboarding. This role ...

Jenner & Block

Conflicts Attorney

Chicago, IL · On-site

$140K - $185K/yr

POSTION SUMMARY The Conflicts Attorney is a member of the Conflicts & Business Intake Department ... This position works closely with Conflicts Counsel and Director of Conflicts Services and Business ...

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Venable LLP

Conflicts Attorney

San Francisco, CA · On-site

$160K - $200K/yr

The Conflicts Attorney is responsible for evaluating and resolving legal conflicts-of-interest for ... If the firm reasonably believes an applicant's criminal history may have a direct, adverse, and ...

Venable LLP

Conflicts Attorney

Denver, CO · On-site

$145K - $180K/yr

The Conflicts Attorney is responsible for evaluating and resolving legal conflicts-of-interest for new business intake, matter openings, client updates, and lateral attorney onboarding. This role ...

Venable LLP

Conflicts Attorney

Miami, FL · On-site

$128K - $163K/yr

The Conflicts Attorney is responsible for evaluating and resolving legal conflicts-of-interest for new business intake, matter openings, client updates, and lateral attorney onboarding. This role ...

Venable LLP

Conflicts Attorney

Irvine, CA · On-site

$160K - $200K/yr

The Conflicts Attorney is responsible for evaluating and resolving legal conflicts-of-interest for ... If the firm reasonably believes an applicant's criminal history may have a direct, adverse, and ...

Venable LLP

Conflicts Attorney

Irvine, CA · On-site

$160K - $200K/yr

The Conflicts Attorney is responsible for evaluating and resolving legal conflicts-of-interest for ... If the firm reasonably believes an applicant's criminal history may have a direct, adverse, and ...

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How much do director of conflicts attorney jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 14, 2026, the average yearly pay for director of conflicts attorney in the United States is $119,097.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $78,500.00 and $155,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a director of conflicts attorney?

A Director of Conflicts Attorney is a senior legal professional in a law firm responsible for overseeing the identification, analysis, and resolution of conflicts of interest that may arise when the firm takes on new clients or matters. They lead the conflicts team, establish procedures to ensure compliance with ethical rules, and provide guidance to attorneys regarding potential conflicts. This role is crucial for protecting the firm's reputation and maintaining client trust by ensuring all legal and ethical obligations are met.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a director of conflicts attorney?

To thrive as a Director Of Conflicts Attorney, you need in-depth legal expertise, strong analytical abilities, and extensive experience in conflicts of interest analysis, often supported by a Juris Doctor (JD) and bar admission. Familiarity with conflicts management software, document management systems, and law firm risk management protocols is vital. Exceptional communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills distinguish individuals in this role, enabling effective collaboration across departments. These competencies are essential to ensure the firm's compliance, minimize risk exposure, and maintain the highest ethical standards.

What are the typical challenges faced by a director of conflicts attorney when managing conflict checks in a large law firm?

Directors of Conflicts Attorneys often encounter the challenge of navigating complex and overlapping client relationships, especially in large law firms with extensive client rosters. They must ensure thorough and timely conflict checks, balancing the need for prompt client onboarding with the necessity to safeguard the firm's ethical obligations. Coordinating with multiple practice groups, handling confidential information, and keeping up with evolving regulations all require strong communication and organizational skills. Successfully managing these responsibilities is crucial for mitigating risk and maintaining the firm's reputation.

What is the difference between Director Of Conflicts Attorney vs Conflicts Analyst?

AspectDirector Of Conflicts AttorneyConflicts Analyst
Required CredentialsJuris Doctor (JD), Bar AdmissionBachelor's degree, legal or compliance background often preferred
Work EnvironmentLaw firms, corporate legal departments, financial institutionsFinancial firms, legal compliance teams, consulting firms
Employer & Industry UsageLegal and financial sectors, regulatory complianceFinancial services, banking, legal compliance
Common Search & Comparison IntentUnderstanding legal responsibilities and qualificationsUnderstanding compliance roles and responsibilities

The Director Of Conflicts Attorney typically holds a JD and bar admission, working in legal environments to manage conflict-of-interest issues. In contrast, a Conflicts Analyst usually has a bachelor's degree and focuses on identifying and analyzing conflicts within financial or legal firms. Both roles are essential in compliance but differ in seniority, scope, and specific responsibilities.

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Conflicts Attorney

Chicago, IL • On-site

Venable LLP
Law Firms • 1 - 5K employees
Learn more about Venable LLPexternal

$145K - $180K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

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Key responsibilities

  • Evaluate and resolve legal conflicts-of-interest for new business intake, matter openings, client updates, and lateral attorney onboarding.

  • Conduct complex conflicts analyses, advise attorneys and firm leadership on risk and ethics issues, and ensure compliance with professional responsibility rules and firm policies.

  • Support matter opening workflows, draft waivers and ethical screens, review Outside Counsel Guidelines, and maintain conflicts data and processes.

Job description

The Conflicts Attorney is responsible for evaluating and resolving legal conflicts-of-interest for new business intake, matter openings, client updates, and lateral attorney onboarding. This role conducts complex conflicts analyses, advises attorneys and firm leadership on risk and ethics issues, and ensures compliance with professional responsibility rules and firm policies. The Conflicts Attorney also supports matter opening workflows, drafts waivers and ethical screens, reviews Outside Counsel Guidelines, and contributes to maintaining high-quality conflicts data and processes.
The Conflicts Attorney will be responsible for...
  • Identifying and analyzing actual and potential conflicts for existing and prospective clients by conducting in-depth research using internal systems and external databases (e.g., Hoover's, D&B, Lexis, EDGAR) and interpreting results to assess business and ethical risks
  • Recommending and implementing conflict-resolution strategies, including ethical walls, disclosures, consent letters, and engagement modifications
  • Drafting and maintaining conflict waivers, disclosures, engagement letter language, and supporting documentation
  • Reviewing and analyzing Outside Counsel Guidelines and engagement letters for conflicts-related provisions; advise on restrictions, required screens, and necessary updates to internal data
  • Conducting conflicts analyses for lateral attorney candidates, recommending and implementing resolutions with Division Managers and the Ethics Committee, communicating with stakeholders to clear conflicts, and preparing required consent letters and documentation before and after onboarding
  • Educating attorneys and legal staff on ethical obligations, conflicts procedures, new business intake, and client relationship considerations

Successful candidates will demonstrate...
  • Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school and active bar status in IL
  • A minimum of 3 years of conflicts or professional responsibility experience in a mid-to-large, multi-practice law firm
  • Demonstrated ability to analyze complex legal relationships, business structures, and conflict scenarios
  • A minimum of 2 years of law practice experience in private practice strongly preferred
  • Proficiency with conflicts/new-business intake systems and strong research and analytical skills
  • Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to make persuasive arguments and present nuanced analyses to all levels of firm leadership
  • Strong negotiation skills and consultative approach when working with attorneys and staff
  • High level of discretion, judgment, and diplomacy in handling sensitive and confidential information
  • Strong attention to detail, client-service orientation, and responsiveness
  • Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment, manage competing priorities, and meet tight deadlines
  • Participation in the conflicts on-call rotation and ability to respond by phone to after-hours emergency conflict checks

Pay Range for Candidates in Chicago, IL:
$145,000 - $180,000 per year
The range provided is the minimum and maximum salary that Venable in good faith believes at the time of this posting that it is willing to pay for the advertised position. Exact compensation will be determined based on individual candidate qualifications and location.
Committing your time and talent is no small matter-at Venable, we know that superior client service begins with an investment in our people. Our competitive compensation, robust benefits, and programs that support our employees' well-being, families, and futures reflect our dedication to prioritizing the whole person, not just the professional.
Venable's benefits package includes medical, dental, vision, disability, life insurance, flexible spending and healthcare savings accounts, 401(k) with firm profit share, paid time off, firm paid holidays, wellness and personal advocacy programs, family planning resources and leave programs, tuition reimbursement, and more. New employees are provided a detailed orientation to the firm's benefit offerings upon hire.
Here, we strive to offer the kind of care that radiates, from our colleagues to our clients, to our communities, so that success finds everyone.
Qualifications:
Education & Licensure
  • Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school.
  • Active bar membership in Illinois (must be admitted in the jurisdiction where the attorney is based).
  • Must maintain active CLE/MCLE credit compliance.

Required Experience
  • Minimum of 3 years of related experience in conflicts or professional responsibility work within a mid-to-large, multi-practice law firm.
  • Demonstrated experience analyzing complex legal relationships, business structures, and conflict scenarios.
  • Minimum of 2 years of experience practicing law in a private practice environment strongly preferred.

Knowledge & Technical Skills
  • Thorough understanding of conflicts of interest, the Rules of Professional Conduct (including Rules 1.7, 1.9, 1.10), state professional responsibility rules, and ethics issues involving government entities.
  • Ability to research, analyze, summarize, and recommend resolutions for actual and potential conflicts, including advising the Ethics Committee and attorneys.
  • Proficiency with conflicts/new-business intake systems
  • Strong computer aptitude, including the Windows environment and Microsoft Office applications.
  • General knowledge of federal, state, and municipal organizational structures relevant to conflicts analysis.

Communication, Analytical & Interpersonal Skills
  • Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to make persuasive arguments and present nuanced analyses to all levels of firm leadership.
  • Strong negotiation skills and consultative approach when working with attorneys and staff.
  • High level of discretion, judgment, and diplomacy in handling sensitive and confidential information.
  • Ability to define problems, collect and analyze data, establish facts, and draw sound conclusions.
  • Strong attention to detail, client-service orientation, and responsiveness.
  • Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment, manage competing priorities, and meet tight deadlines.
  • Proven ability to collaborate as part of a cross-functional team and to work independently as a self-starter.
  • Commitment to continuous improvement, process efficiencies, and automation where applicable.

Additional Requirements
  • Participation in the conflicts on-call rotation and ability to respond by phone to after-hours emergency conflict checks.

Physical Requirements
  • Work is primarily sedentary.

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