Conflicts Attorney

Frost Brown Todd

. Review and analyze electronic information regarding new engagements and new hires to identify, report, and address potential legal, business, and positional conflicts of interest .

Posted 9/17/2026full-timeRemote • California • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $145,000 - $195,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in legal research, conflict resolution, and ethics within a law firm environment, supported by strong analytical and communication skills. Proficient in managing multiple projects while ensuring compliance with the Rules of Professional Conduct.

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JD DegreeLegal ResearchConflict ResolutionMicrosoft Office ProficiencyAttention to Detail

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Hard Skills

Legal ResearchConflict ResolutionAnalytical SkillsWriting SkillsProject Management

Soft Skills

Communication SkillsInterpersonal SkillsOrganizational SkillsCritical ThinkingPrioritization Skills

Tools & Technologies

WestlawIntappAderantMicrosoft WordMicrosoft Outlook

Certifications & Qualifications

Active Bar License

Industry Keywords

Rules of Professional ConductLegal EthicsConflicts of InterestEngagement LettersEthical Screens

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Review and analyze electronic information regarding new engagements and new hires to identify, report, and address potential legal, business, and positional conflicts of interest
Conduct electronic research using Westlaw, Google, and other research tools to identify, eliminate, clarify, and resolve conflict- and ethics-related issues
Analyze and resolve conflicts of interest and provide concise information to firm attorneys
Prepare, review, and analyze engagement letters, outside counsel guidelines, ethics-related disclosures, waivers, ethical screens, and disengagement letters
Analyze work of others in the Office of Legal Affairs and provide guidance on conflicts of interest and ethics issues
Communicate with firm attorneys, business professionals, General Counsel, and Assistant General Counsel – Conflicts
Assist in developing training and education programs for legal and non-legal staff
Close client and/or matter accounts according to firm policy or as requested

Requirements

What you’ll need

JD degree
At least three years of legal experience in a law firm
Active bar license in good standing strongly preferred
At least three years of experience conducting electronic research
Familiarity with Intapp conflicts and client intake software preferred
Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Word and Outlook, and conflicts-related programs
Prior experience with Aderant a plus
Working knowledge of the Rules of Professional Conduct
Experience with legal ethics and conflicts issues in a law firm environment
Strong analytical, critical thinking, legal research, and writing skills
Exceptional attention to detail
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Strong project management, organizational, and prioritization skills
Ability to work efficiently and independently on multiple projects with shifting priorities and tight deadlines
Must be authorized to work in the United States without current or future employer sponsorship

Benefits

Comp & perks

Health care coverage (medical, dental, and vision)
Life insurance
Short- and long-term disability
Paid parental leave
Employee wellbeing and EAP programs
Paid time off
401(k) retirement plan with employer matching and profit-sharing