Conflicts Researcher II Job at Wallman Unlimited Company, Los Angeles, CA

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  • Wallman Unlimited Company
  • Los Angeles, CA

Job Description

Our client, a prestigious Am Law 100 law firm, is seeking a Conflicts Researcher II to join its Risk & Compliance team. This role supports the Office of the General Counsel and the Conflicts & New Business Intake Department by providing legal research, analysis, and guidance on conflicts of interest, ethics, compliance, and professional responsibility matters.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Conduct independent research on corporations, government agencies, and individuals using internal and external sources to verify data.
  • Maintain and update corporate hierarchies (family trees) in conflicts and billing databases.
  • Analyze research findings and conflicts reports to identify and assess potential conflicts of interest for new matters and incoming hires.
  • Communicate with attorneys and staff regarding conflicts results and advise on resolution strategies.
  • Collaborate with Conflicts Department leadership on complex issues requiring further review by the Office of the General Counsel.
  • Research mergers, acquisitions, and bankruptcies; document findings in the conflicts database.
  • Address thrust-upon conflicts and propose actionable solutions in coordination with Conflicts Attorneys and General Counsel.
  • Track and document conflicts resolutions and related notes.
  • Participate in special research and analysis projects as needed.

Skills & Attributes:

  • Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage priorities in a fast-paced environment.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  • Professional demeanor and interpersonal skills to work effectively across all levels of the firm.
  • Strong judgment and discretion in handling sensitive and confidential information.
  • Proactive problem-solving abilities and attention to detail.
  • Team-oriented with a commitment to high-quality service delivery.

Qualifications:

  • Bachelors degree strongly preferred; 4+ years of relevant law firm experience may be considered in lieu of a degree.
  • Minimum of 2 years of experience in conflicts research or a related role within a law firm or professional services environment.
  • Proficiency with conflicts-related software and legal research tools; experience with Intapp Open is preferred.
  • Intermediate proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
  • Familiarity with standard research methodologies and procedures.

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