Conflicts Counsel
Nelson Mullins Riley & Scarborough, LLP
Houston, TX 77002
$80,000 - $110,000 a year
Description
Overview:
This position is fully remote; however, candidates who prefer an in-office work environment may discuss options with the hiring manager during the interview process.
A Day in the Life:
As a Conflicts Counsel, you’ll be a valued team player, assisting with special projects assigned by the Conflicts Manager and collaborating seamlessly with other Conflicts Department personnel, the General Counsel’s office, Partners, staff, and cross-functional teams.
We Know You:
Preferred Qualifications:
Are you detail-oriented and adept at navigating complex challenges? Join our team at an AmLaw 60 law firm, as Conflicts Counsel, where you will play a key role in identifying and resolving conflicts of interest for new clients and matters across the firm.
This position is fully remote; however, candidates who prefer an in-office work environment may discuss options with the hiring manager during the interview process.
In this position, you’ll run and analyze conflict searches, working closely with firm Partners and their teams to understand potential conflicts and determine effective resolutions. You’ll collaborate with the General Counsel’s office as needed to secure approvals and ensure compliance throughout the conflict resolution process. Accuracy is key as you will also be responsible for documenting conflict resolutions and ensuring all party and matter information is entered correctly in our conflicts database.
As a Conflicts Counsel, you’ll be a valued team player, assisting with special projects assigned by the Conflicts Manager and collaborating seamlessly with other Conflicts Department personnel, the General Counsel’s office, Partners, staff, and cross-functional teams.
You bring at least 2 years of experience in legal conflicts analysis, including resolving and clearing conflicts, as part of new business or lateral business intake, or 5 years of experience working on document review projects. A strong team player, you excel in problem-solving and analytical thinking. With a solid foundation in legal ethics and professional responsibility, you understand the critical nature of this role. You are an effective communicator and possess a keen eye for detail, ensuring accuracy in all aspects of your work.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Prior experience clearing conflicts in a law firm environment is a plus.
- A JD and admission to one state bar are preferred.
At Nelson Mullins, we are dedicated to transparent and fair compensation practices. Pay for this position is determined by factors such as experience, skills, and location.
- Salary/Wage Range: $80,000 - $110,000 annually. In addition to base pay, employees may be eligible for merit-based raises and benefits such as healthcare, retirement plans, and paid time
With more than 1,000 attorneys, policy advisors, e-discovery professionals, and other business professionals across offices in California, Colorado, the District of Columbia, Florida, Georgia, Illinois, Maryland, Massachusetts, New York, Pennsylvania, Tennessee, Texas, West Virginia, and throughout North Carolina and South Carolina, Nelson Mullins has strong roots in the business community and an appreciation for new directions in the business world.