Conflict Analyst

The role

The Conflict Analyst will process conflicts searches using firm and third-party research databases. This role involves researching company information, analyzing results, and communicating critical issues to firm partners.

What you will do

• Reviewing intake requests for clarity
• Conducting research on new intake requests against the firms conflicts database and other resources
• Data entry, search and analysis of conflicts data into the Firm’s conflicts and new matter intake systems
• Conducting research via external sources to establish corporate structures and management profiles
• Verifying that all conflicts reports are complete, consistent and accurate
• Following up on conflict issues with Partners, Intake/Conflicts Manager, and Office of General Counsel
• Performing data analysis and notifying the requesting attorney of possible issues
• Evaluating conflicts report and clear potential conflicts according to Firm policies
• Identifying and escalating conflicts and unresolved issues
• Assisting in the training and development of other Conflicts Analysts and/or Conflicts Clerks

Required qualifications

• Understand legal conflicts and related ethical rules
• Exceptional critical thinking and analytical skills
• Excellent decision-making skills
• Excellent people skills
• Excellent customer service skills and proficiencies
• 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 to resolve issues
• Discretion in handling confidential information
• Ability to work overtime as necessary
• University degree

Nice to have

• 3-4 years of experience as a Conflict Analyst in a large firm
• studies in areas directly applicable to the duties described above (e.g. paralegal/legal assistant)
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite as well as web-based systems
• Familiarity with CMS/Aderant, Dun & Bradstreet, and Hoovers

Benefits

• health care
• retirement benefits
• paid days off, including sick time, and vacation time
• parental leave
• basic life insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• discretionary, performance-based bonuses

About the company

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