Conflicts Researcher

Job summary
Conduct thorough and accurate research of incoming partiesEvaluate and determine conflicts-of-interestInform attorneys and propose necessary steps to resolve conflicts
Job seniority: associate level
Responsibilities
• Independently conduct thorough and accurate research of corporations, agencies and individuals listed as incoming parties to client/matters, or submitted with preliminary conflicts checks• Analyze and evaluate both the reference source research results and conflicts reports to determine whether conflicts-of-interest may exist with incoming parties• Independently inform attorneys and administrative staff as to whether potential or actual conflicts exist and propose the necessary steps to resolve• Consult with management on complex conflicts issues potentially requiring the further direction of the Professional Responsibility Committee or the Office of General Counsel• Conduct pro-active research of mergers, acquisitions and potential bankruptcies using various business reference sources and record findings in the conflicts database• Research and process requests including close, reopen, client, matter, and mailing/contact change requests
Requirements
• 2+ years of research or Conflicts related experience• Intermediate-level proficiency in conflicts related computer operations and software programs• Intermediate-level proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, with emphasis on Microsoft Word• Intermediate-level knowledge of research procedures and methodology