Paralegal, General Counsel’s Office

Position Summary

The Paralegal, General Counsel’s Office (“Paralegal, GCO”) is responsible for assisting the General Counsel team with responsibilities pertaining to new hires and new client matters, including new hire and new matter conflicts review, implementing and monitoring ethical walls, and supporting compliance with engagement letter requirements. The position will be part of the Office of General Counsel, with frequent direct interaction with the Senior Conflicts Attorney and the Assistant and Associate General Counsel, and will communicate with partners and associates to assist with conflicts clearance.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Review and analyze lateral attorney and non-attorney staff conflicts reports (which are based on prior work experience).
• Communicate with lateral candidates and relevant attorneys.
• Draft conflicts waiver request letters.
• Consult with Managing Attorney to ensure appropriate notifications to government agencies and courts, as appropriate.
• Implement and monitor ethical walls in connection with new firm business, lateral attorney candidate conflicts, and ad hoc requests.
• Review engagement terms with new and existing firm clients to ensure compliance with engagement letter rules. Address gaps in applicable engagement terms with the responsible attorney and Assistant and Associate General Counsel as needed.
• Aid with special projects and other responsibilities relating to the conflicts process, as needed.

Qualifications/Position Requirements

• Availability and willingness to work outside normal business hours on a routine basis, including nights and weekends, at times with little notice.
• The ability to work as part of a team.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Excellent organizational skills and the ability to set priorities and multi-task while meeting strict deadlines.
• Keen attention to detail.

Education And/or Experience

Bachelor’s degree

Compensation

The expected base salary for this position is $65,000. Salary offers are based on a wide range of factors including relevant skills, training, experience, education, anticipated assignment, and, where applicable, licensure or certifications obtained. Market and organizational factors are also considered. Davis Polk offers a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.