Conflicts Researcher

Paul Hastings is a leading international law firm that provides innovative legal solutions to many of the world's top financial institutions and Fortune Global 500 companies. With a strong presence throughout the U.S., Asia, Europe, Latin America, and the Middle East, we have the global reach and extensive capabilities to provide personalized service wherever our clients’ needs take us. As one of the world’s leading law firms, we seek dynamic individuals who share our commitment to service, innovation, and professional growth.

Job Title

Conflicts Researcher II

Location

Los Angeles, New York, Washington, D.C.

Regular/Temporary

Regular

Job Description Summary

We have an opening for a Conflicts Researcher II.

The Conflicts Researcher II is responsible for assisting the Firm’s Office of the General Counsel, Risk & Compliance team, and the Conflicts and New Business Intake Department with legal research, analysis, and counsel on matters relating to conflicts of interest, ethics and professional responsibility issues, compliance, and other matters.

Job Description

The Conflicts Researcher II will:

• Independently conduct thorough and accurate research of corporations, government agencies, and individuals, using internal and external information resources to confirm the accuracy of information;
• Update data in corporate hierarchies or, “family trees,” in the Firm’s conflicts and billing databases, as necessary;
• Analyze, evaluate, and interpret both reference source research results and conflicts reports to identify existing and potential conflicts-of-interest with incoming parties for all firm engagements and hires;
• Communicate with attorneys and administrative staff regarding conflicts check results, advise on actual or potential conflicts, and propose necessary steps to resolve any actual or potential conflicts-of-interest;
• Consult with Conflicts Department management on complex conflicts issues that require further direction of the Office of the General Counsel;
• Inform and advise firm attorneys of any special circumstances surrounding complex conflicts issues;
• Conduct proactive research of mergers, acquisitions, and potential bankruptcies using various business reference sources, and record findings in the Firm’s conflicts database;
• Analyze “thrust-upon” conflicts issues and propose resolutions to attorneys in consultation with Conflicts Attorneys and the Office of the General Counsel;
• Maintain resolution notes and responses for each conflicts request; and
• Handle additional conflicts research and analysis projects as assigned and required.

In addition, the Conflicts Researcher II is expected to have:

• Advanced-level proficiency to organize, prioritize, coordinate, and work as part of a team;
• Excellent written and oral communication skills, with a strong ability to meet deadlines and provide results while supporting and enforcing Firm policy and procedures;
• Possess well-developed and professional interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively interact with people at all levels in a polite and constructive way;
• Ability to identify and escalate issues as appropriate, and present them clearly and succinctly with proposed solutions;
• Flexibility and comfort in working in a fast-paced environment, with the ability to embrace shifting demands and tight deadlines;
• Good judgment and critical thinking skills to protect and maintain highly sensitive, confidential, privileged, and/or proprietary information of the Firm and its clients; and
• Excellent customer service skills.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent (strongly preferred); a minimum of four (4) years of relevant law firm experience may be considered in lieu of a degree;
• At least two (2) years of research, law firm, other professional services firm, or Conflicts-related experience (required);
• Intermediate-level proficiency in conflicts related computer operations and software programs;
• Intermediate-level proficiency in Microsoft Office and Intapp Open suite of products;
• Intermediate-level proficiency in business verbal and written communications; and
• Intermediate-level knowledge of research procedures and methodology.

 SEARCH FIRM SUBMISSIONS WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED FOR THIS ROLE.

The salary wage range for New York that we expect to pay for this position is a minimum of $80,000 and a maximum of $100,000 annually.  The actual pay wage may vary based on experience or other relevant factors.

The salary wage range for Los Angeles that we expect to pay for this position is a minimum of $74,700 and a maximum of $95,000 annually.  The actual pay wage may vary based on experience or other relevant factors.

The salary wage range for Washington, D.C. that we expect to pay for this position is a minimum of $74,700 and a maximum of $95,000 annually. The actual pay wage may vary based on experience or other relevant factors.

Employees will be provided with an excellent career opportunity in a collaborative environment, in addition to a generous total compensation package with the opportunity to earn bonuses based on individual contribution and firm profitability.

Eligible employees can participate in the Firm’s comprehensive benefits program, which include the following:

• Medical, Dental, Vision, Life/AD&D, Long Term Care, and Short- and Long-Term Disability

• Flexible Spending Accounts and Health Savings Account

• Healthcare Concierge and Advocacy

• Lifestyle Spending Account

• Voluntary 401(k) Plan and Profit Sharing

• 10 Paid Holidays per year and a generous PTO Program

• Family Support including Paid Parental Leave, Fertility Benefits, Breast Milk Shipping, Back-up Child Care, Elder Care, and Tutoring

• Wellbeing programs (Employee Assistance Program, Relationship Support, Mental Health, Menopause and Midlife Health and Well-Being Events)

• Retirement Plan Consulting

• Anniversary Bonus Program

• Professional Development Programs

• Transportation and Commuter Benefits

• International Travel Insurance

• Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity and Accident Insurance

• Auto/Home/Pet Insurance

• Prepaid Legal Insurance

• Employee Discounts

• And More!

The Firm fosters an open and inclusive work environment that enables us to provide clients with the innovative thinking of teams rich in talent, experience and creativity. We regularly host programs intended to increase cultural competencies and address key topics related to community, opportunity and inclusion. Learn more about our Global Inclusion initiatives here: Global Inclusion

Paul Hastings is an equal opportunity employer. Pursuant to applicable local law, we will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of the relevant fair chance ordinance. With respect to candidates for employment in Massachusetts, it is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. Although Paul Hastings does not use a lie detector test in its typical application process, an employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.