Lateral Conflicts Analyst

Overview

Foley & Lardner LLP is a dynamic law firm committed to fostering an inclusive and supportive environment where diverse perspectives thrive. Our culture encourages growth and innovation, ensuring that every employee has the opportunity to excel in their career.

Responsibilities

• Prepares initial conflicts summaries and identifies potential conflicts of interest for lateral attorneys and non-lawyers.
• Supports sponsoring attorneys in resolving and clearing conflicts and drafting waiver letters.
• Performs corporate and conflicts database research on client and matter information provided by candidates, sponsors, and recruiting staff.
• Maintains and organizes lateral candidate files, providing updates or knowledge about candidate statuses as needed.
• Works with new lateral partners and their assistants to expedite the opening of priority portable clients.
• Ensures conflicts are properly identified and communicated to candidates prior to their start date.
• Collaborates with the Deputy General Counsel to ensure conflicts are addressed and communicated effectively.
• Communicates with the CNB Senior Manager and Information Governance/transfer teams regarding the onboarding of lateral files and the opening of transfer clients and matters.
• Assists with other duties related to conflict resolution and clearance, including support for the firm's new business.
• Supports the CNB Senior Manager in various research requests and projects.
• Prioritizes and executes tasks in a dynamic work environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree required.
• Minimum of two (2) years of conflicts analysis experience required.
• Experience with lateral conflicts analysis required.
• Equivalent/relevant work experience may be substituted for lateral experience.

Benefits

The full compensation range for this position is between $63,900 to $108,500 in Milwaukee, Madison; $70,300 to $119,400 in Chicago, Denver, Dallas; $73,500 to $124,800 in Los Angeles; $76,700 to $135,600 in Boston, New York City, Washington, DC. Foley offers a comprehensive benefits package including Paid Time Off, Paid Holidays, Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance, 401(k) Retirement, Disability and Life insurance, Adoption Assistance, and Backup Care for Dependents. The firm is committed to diversity and inclusion, and is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

About Foley & Lardner

Foley & Lardner LLP is a leading law firm with over 1,100 lawyers in 26 offices across the United States, Mexico, Europe, and Asia. Our market-leading practices include Corporate, Intellectual Property, and Litigation, focusing on Energy, Health Care & Life Sciences, Innovative Technology, and Manufacturing sectors. Foley is dedicated to delivering innovative legal services and fostering a culture of excellence and inclusivity. For over two centuries, we have been committed to providing top-tier legal counsel and maintaining strong relationships with our clients and communities.