Sidley Austin

Conflicts Staff Attorney - New Business (Fully Remote - Weekend Support)


Pay$150000.00 - $170000.00 / year
LocationChicago/Illinois
Employment typeOther

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  • Job Description

      Req#: 9150
      Employer Industry: Legal Services

      Why consider this job opportunity:
      - Salary up to $170,000
      - Bonus eligibility and comprehensive benefits program
      - Fully remote position with flexible scheduling
      - Opportunity to work closely with experienced attorneys and legal professionals
      - Chance to engage in meaningful work that involves conflict resolution and legal compliance

      What to Expect (Job Responsibilities):
      - Perform initial reviews of conflict requests and collaborate with secretaries to gather precise information
      - Compile and analyze conflicts reports using the firm’s internal database and external research tools
      - Prepare Conflicts Summaries for attorneys outlining potential conflicts of interest
      - Assist with the new business intake process and provide due diligence reports for new clients
      - Maintain records for tracking conflicts review projects and ensure timely completion

      What is Required (Qualifications):
      - Juris Doctor degree
      - Bar admission in good standing in any U.S. State or the District of Columbia
      - Knowledge of rules of professional responsibility
      - Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
      - Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects under pressure

      How to Stand Out (Preferred Qualifications):
      - Experience with corporate research resources such as CapitalIQ and Bureau van Dijk
      - Familiarity with the Intapp Open conflicts search application
      - Proficiency in Boolean searching and enterprise conflicts search applications
      - Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Word and Excel

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  • About the company

      Sidley Austin LLP, is an international law firm, employing approximately 2,000 lawyers in 20 offices worldwide.