Perkins Coie is looking for a dynamic, qualified individual to fill a Conflicts Attorney position performing conflicts analysis on new business and firm lateral hires, and advising firm lawyers on conflicts of interest issues. The Conflicts Attorney will independently review, research, and resolve conflicts issues related to firm new business and staff personnel ensuring compliance with ethical standards in all jurisdictions as well as firm policies.

For purposes of complying with Export Control laws, candidates must be U.S. Citizens or lawful permanent residents to apply.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

These essential functions are primary job duties that incumbents must be able to perform unassisted or with some reasonable accommodation.

• Analyze conflicts of interest on new business and firm lateral hires. Resolve issues that arise in such matters, including drafting waivers/consents and advising on ethical issues relating to withdrawal and screening.
• Act as a legal advisor to firm lawyers on conflicts of interest issues.
• Perform legal research and prepare legal memoranda in response to requests from the General Counsel, firm lawyers, managers, and various firm committees.
• Assist management in handling sensitive and confidential issues related to practice management and firm ethics. Provide training on conflict issues.
• Analyze complex factual situations and spot issues where problems might occur.
• Draft complex waivers/consents, engagement letters, and joint representation letters in final format.
• Negotiate between lawyers in resolving disputes over conflicts and waivers.
• Other related legal work as needed.

SPECIFIC SKILLS REQUIRED

• Thorough knowledge of the Rules of Professional Conduct and their application to the practice of law.
• Solid understanding of jurisdictional differences in the application of different rules and principles in making a choice of law analysis, including risk analysis.
• Effectively copes with change; can decide and act without having the total picture.
• Thorough understanding of a wide range of areas of law, including being able to identify the roles of parties in matters, having a solid understanding of business organizations and financing concepts, and understanding litigation principles and procedures, such as depositions, subpoenas, roles of co-defendants and comparative fault.
• Strong eye for detail and critical thinking skills; ability to spot issues and propose creative solutions.
• Project management skills, including the ability to spot issues, manage time well, prioritize effectively, adapt to quick changes and handle multiple deadlines.
• Ability to work with minimal supervision.
• Ability to collaborate with others within the department and firm.
• Well-developed and professional interpersonal skills; ability to interact and communicate effectively with people at all organizational levels of the firm, both orally and in writing, consistent with communication best practices.
• Proficiency with MS Office.

SPECIFIC SKILLS PREFERRED

Understanding of litigation practice and working knowledge of law firm processes. Ability to detect procedural problems and determine appropriate relationships. Experience with legal research and writing and the ability to independently manage multiple tasks of varying importance. Previous experience clearing firm lateral hires preferred, including working directly with new hire candidates and firm partners to resolve issues. Experience with reviewing and analyzing former client issues, and working cross-departmentally with new hire onboarding efforts. Relevant knowledge/familiarity with InTapp Suite and Elite 3E.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

Qualified candidates must have a Juris Doctorate and a minimum of 3 years of practice experience. They must be an active member in good standing in any jurisdiction required and must have a strong working knowledge of relevant topics, legal issues, and the rules governing professional responsibility required. The candidate will also be able to provide demonstrated success in a stressful environment.

At Perkins Coie, we look for self-motivated individuals, dedicated to providing value and superior service, and above all, have a high degree of integrity and enthusiasm for their work. We have created a company culture based on collaboration, devotion to serving our clients, and mutual respect. Perkins Coie is committed to advancing diversity and inclusion both within the firm and throughout our collective communities. Work with one of the 100 Best Companies to Work For and receive great health insurance, tuition reimbursement, and paid sabbaticals.