Lateral Conflicts Analyst

The role

The Lateral Conflicts Analyst runs and analyzes conflicts searches to support the lateral hiring process. This person researches corporate information, searches internal databases, and compiles results for review by Conflicts Attorneys.

What you will do

• Reviewing lateral candidate submissions and matter lists for clarity and completeness.
• Conducting conflicts searches on lateral candidates using internal and external resources.
• Performing data entry and analysis in conflicts and new matter intake systems.
• Researching corporate structures, affiliate relationships, and management profiles.
• Compiling and preparing conflicts reports for review by Conflicts Attorneys.
• Verifying conflicts reports for completeness, consistency, and accuracy.
• Supporting the implementation and maintenance of ethical screens for incoming lateral attorneys.
• Maintaining accurate records of clearance searches and analysis.
• Ensuring timely processing of lateral clearance requests.
• Escalating complex or time-sensitive issues to Conflicts Attorneys.

Required qualifications

• Exceptional critical thinking and analytical skills.
• Ability to research and interpret corporate structures and relationships.
• Excellent decision-making skills.
• Excellent people skills.
• Excellent customer service skills.
• Comfortable working with attorneys and other legal staff.
• Comfortable in a high-demand, fast-paced environment.
• Ability to accept direction and constructive feedback.
• Ability to take ownership and work independently.
• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively, both orally and in writing.
• Discretion in handling confidential and sensitive information.
• Ability to work overtime as necessary.

Nice to have

• Four-year college degree
• Studies in areas directly applicable to the duties described above (e.g. paralegal/legal assistant, business administration, project management)
• 1-2 years of conflicts experience
• lateral or new business intake conflicts experience at a large or global law firm
• Knowledge of, and experience using, Intapp, Dun & Bradstreet, and Hoovers
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite as well as web-based systems

About the company

Gibson Dunn is a leading global law firm, advising clients on significant transactions and disputes.