Conflicts Analyst

About the role

McNees Wallace & Nurick is a full-service law firm committed to providing practical, results-driven legal solutions with integrity and a client-first philosophy. We are guided by core values of authenticity, excellence, growth, and balance, fostering a collaborative and innovative culture.

Responsibilities

• Analyze conflict reports for new business and potential laterals, as well as RFPs, and communicate effectively and confidentially with internal clients.
• Respond in a timely manner to requests from the New Business Intake & Research Department and Firm Counsel.
• Incorporate information from emails, comments, and phone conversations to ensure all known information about new business is fully integrated in the analysis process.
• Correct inconsistent party information on requests as submitted.
• Identify and perform large-scale projects to reconcile party information in the conflicts database.
• Handle the client intake process from start to finish, including running diligence.
• Know when to escalate conflict issues.
• Identify and recommend process/service improvements, policy changes, and major variations from established policy to better meet the needs of both internal and external clients.
• Exercise independent judgment and discretion.
• Aid in the development of office or department procedures and processes.
• Attend regular staff meetings and training.
• Work effectively with other departments and work groups, including timely follow-up and frequent communications.
• Assist with a wide range of research projects as necessary.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• At least 2-3 years of direct conflicts experience within a law firm.
• Familiarity with Upfront, Intapp, or other conflicts database software and diligence tools.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent interpersonal and conflict resolution skills.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Strong analytical, research, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently and take ownership of work within a team.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.
• Leverage firm and department resources to provide a timely and thorough response to all incoming inquiries.
• Production of quality work that upholds the expectations set by the goals of the Department.
• Listen and respond to all inquiries in a professional and sensitive manner and navigate various communication styles to effectively deliver analysis and give advice that is informed, objective, and succinct.
• Handle sensitive or difficult issues with confidence and professionalism.
• Leverage technology to maintain an appropriately lean operation and promote efficiency across the firm.

Compensation & Benefits

The compensation range for this position is $70,000 USD - $85,000 USD. Featured benefits include medical, dental, and vision insurance, life and disability coverage, AD&D insurance, paid time off, sick leave, and parental leave, a 401(k) retirement plan with company match, and bonus opportunities based on firm and individual performance.