Conflicts Research Analyst

We’re recruiting on behalf of a nationally respected law firm seeking a Conflicts Research Analyst to join their growing conflicts team. This role plays a critical part in helping attorneys navigate ethical obligations and identify potential conflicts of interest for new matters and lateral hires.

It’s a great opportunity for a detail-oriented professional with strong legal research skills, a service mindset, and an interest in compliance and legal ethics.

Key Responsibilities

• Define search strategies and conduct conflict checks using the firm’s internal electronic system (Intapp or similar)
• Analyze and summarize results for attorneys and Conflicts Counsel, identifying potential issues and offering recommended resolutions
• Perform corporate research using online databases to uncover relationships and affiliations
• Draft engagement letters, conflict waivers, and ethical screen memorandums for internal review
• Collaborate with Conflicts Counsel, Conflicts Attorneys, General Counsel, and the broader legal team to support resolution efforts
• Assist with ongoing cleanup and reconciliation of client/matter records in the conflicts database
• Provide responsive, high-level support to attorneys and legal assistants
• Occasionally support requests outside of regular business hours as needed
  
  

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required (or equivalent combination of education and relevant law firm experience)
• 1–2 years of experience in a conflicts department at a mid- to large-sized law firm
• Familiarity with legal ethics and professional responsibility rules related to conflicts
• Experience with Intapp or similar legal conflicts software strongly preferred
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a high-volume, fast-paced environment
• Exceptional attention to detail and critical thinking skills
• Comfortable translating complex research into clear, actionable guidance