Conflicts Coordinator
HybridRoseland, New Jersey, United States
Job Summary
Conduct conflict searches for new clients, matters, and lateral attorney hires, then distribute relevant results to attorneys and secretaries. Process requests within the new client/matter workflow application and ensure engagement letters, conflict waivers, and opposing counsel requirements are met. Maintain the accuracy of the firm's names database, familial relationships, conflict screens, and databases for governmental appointments and outside business interests. Erect ethical walls and conflict screen reports while determining proper recipients for unidentified mail. Uphold confidentiality and professional demeanor when interacting with the internal client base, adhering to all firm policies and procedures. This hybrid role (Tuesday–Thursday on-site) requires 2–3 years of law firm conflicts and new business intake experience, familiarity with Intapp Open and Aderant, and the ability to work under pressure with a strong attention to detail.
Required Qualifications
- 2 - 3 years of law firm conflicts and new business intake experience
- Knowledge of automated conflicts software (preferably Intapp Open) and web-based search engines
- Familiarity with law firm time and billing systems (preferably Aderant)
- Knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook
- Familiarity with names of major companies, financial institutions and law firms, and aliases of same
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Strong analytical, organizational, and time-management skills
- Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment with a strong attention to detail
- Strong customer service skills and ability to work in a team environment
- Ability to interact effectively with internal client base, always upholding a professional demeanor and demonstrating an attitude of cooperation
- Ability to work overtime when needed, often without advanced notice
- Ability to treat sensitive/confidential information with appropriate discretion
- Maintain a reliable attendance record. Arrive to work in a timely manner and observe prescribed work break and meal periods
- Be familiar with and adhere to all firm policies and procedures
Desired Qualifications
- Associate degree preferred. Equivalent work experience will be considered
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