Founded in 1944, Davis Wright Tremaine is a business and litigation law firm with offices across the United States. With hundreds of attorneys on staff and ranking as one of the na
Conflicts Staff Attorney
Location
Washington + 2 moreAll locations: Washington | Oregon | California
Posted
10 days ago
Salary
$136K - $176K / year
Seniority
Senior
Job Description
Conflicts Staff Attorney
Davis Wright Tremaine
Title: Conflicts Staff Attorney Location: Remote Department: Professional Staff Job Description: Description This is an exciting opportunity to work for one of the top law firms in the U.S.! Davis Wright Tremaine LLP is looking for a Conflicts Staff Attorney to join our team in our Seattle, Portland, Los Angeles, Culver City, or San Francisco offices. This position offers the flexibility to be fully remote while working within reasonable commuting distance from any of our offices. This position is responsible for performing a variety of tasks related to the screening of potential client engagements in accordance with the firm's risk management procedures and policies. At Davis Wright Tremaine, you will find challenging assignments, opportunities for professional growth and community involvement, and a culture of inclusion. DWT fosters inclusiveness and authenticity. Regardless of position, everyone here has a voice and the support is unparalleled. On a typical day you will: - Undertake and analyze conflicts database searches with respect to new matters for prospective and existing clients, to highlight potential conflict issues for attorneys initiating new clients and new matters for existing clients - Assist intake attorneys in clearing potential conflicts that may exist based on analysis of the firm’s conflict system through contact with firm attorneys who are responsible for prior matters identified as presenting potential conflict issues - Assist in identification of conflicts of interest, and assist in drafting waivers with respect to those conflicts that a client or a former client may waive under the applicable Rules of Professional Conduct - Participate in training sessions for attorneys and staff regarding the firm’s conflict screening and new client/new matter intake processes - Update department training materials on conflict and new business intake issues - Run special searches as needed (i.e. prior relations of new attorneys, potential merger, etc.) to identify potential conflict issues - Participate in special projects involving new business intake best practices and risk management initiatives - Assist with other administrative tasks, and/or support as assigned Join us if you have: - 3+ years prior experience as an attorney conducting conflict analysis in a large law firm environment is highly desirable - JD required - Demonstrated knowledge of conflict-of-interest rules under the Rule of Professional Conduct required; prior experience with conflict analysis in a large law firm environment is ideal - Strong communication skills, verbal and written - Ability to build relationships with other attorneys to gain confidence in the conflicts analysis and approval process - Attention to detail, analysis and organizational skills - Strong interpersonal skills, team player able to work in a fast-paced environment - Strong customer service skills, including understanding and responding quickly to a variety of inquiries - Ability to work under pressure and meet project deadlines - Experience with Microsoft Office is required; experience with Intapp Open or related products is preferred Who We Are Davis Wright Tremaine LLP is an AmLaw 100 law firm with 9 offices nationwide. We are relentlessly committed to client service and look for candidates who share that commitment. At DWT, client service means having empathy for each client’s and each lawyer’s work and personal pressures, business objectives, and legal needs; anticipating their needs; and having the capabilities and commitment to deliver what matters most to them. What’s in it For You? DWT offers competitive compensation in addition to ample benefits including but not limited to: - Choice of health and vision insurance plans - 2 paid volunteer days for qualifying community service work - Dental plan - Fertility and adoption benefit - Paid sabbatical after 13 years of service - Tuition reimbursement - Commuter benefits - Retirement contribution This job description intends to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this position. It is not intended to include all duties and responsibilities. Washington State The annualized salary range for this position in Washington is $137,000 to $155,000. Actual pay will be adjusted based on the candidate’s education, training, experience and other job-related factors permitted by law. Full time employees may be eligible for a bonus, health insurance with an optional HSA, long term disability, dental insurance, vision care, telemedicine and virtual short term solution based counseling services, life insurance, Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts, subsidized backup care and caregiving resources, 401(k), vacation, sick time, 11 paid holidays each year and an employee assistance program. For full-time employees, the initial vacation benefit is 15 days per year and 11 days of sick leave per year, accrued bi-weekly. Additional voluntary programs include: voluntary accident insurance, voluntary life, voluntary disability, voluntary long term care, and pet insurance. Commuter and Transit programs are also available. California The annualized salary range for this position in Los Angeles and Culver City is $136,000 to $152,000; and in San Francisco is $167,000 to $176,000. Actual pay will be adjusted based on experience and other job-related factors permitted by law. Full time employees may be eligible for a bonus, health insurance with an optional HSA, long term disability, dental insurance, vision care, telemedicine and virtual short term solution based counseling services, life insurance, Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts, subsidized backup care and caregiving resources, 401(k), vacation, sick time, and an employee assistance program. Additional voluntary programs include: voluntary accident insurance, voluntary life, voluntary disability, voluntary long term care, and pet insurance. Commuter and Transit programs are also available. Davis Wright Tremaine LLP fosters a culture where all talented individuals—including those who are traditionally underrepresented in the legal profession—can have, and can see, paths to success. Our commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion sits on four pillars: Community, Growth, Education, and Engagement. Learn more about the firm’s commitment to DEI here:www.dwt.com/dei. Davis Wright Tremaine provides reasonable accommodations for those who need them to complete the application or recruiting process and for employees who need reasonable accommodations to perform the essential functions of their positions due to a disability or for religious reasons. If you need to request accommodation during the application or recruiting process, please email [email protected]. #LI-CH1
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