Conflicts Counsel Position Available In Miami-Dade, Florida

Conflicts Counsel Carlton Fields – 3.9

Miami, FL Job Details Full-time Estimated:

$144K – $184K a year 17 hours ago Benefits Profit sharing Commuter assistance Disability insurance Health insurance Dental insurance 401(k) Vision insurance Qualifications Mid-level 3 years Doctor of Law Bachelor’s degree Law office Communication skills Full Job Description We offer our professional staff the opportunity to take their careers as far as they can envision. Through innovative workplace programs and initiatives, we continually invest in their growth and development as employees and as people. We reward exemplary professional efforts at every level of the firm. Interested applicants may apply for open positions using the link below. You are not considered an applicant unless you apply online using this site. We only accept applications for open positions and do not accept general inquiries. Carlton Fields is seeking a Conflicts Counsel. This position can be based in Miami, Orlando, Tallahassee, Tampa or West Palm Beach. The Conflicts Counsel reports to the Director of New Business Intake (“Director”) and works closely with the General Counsel (“GC”) to resolve conflicts of interest, whether arising because of new business intake or incoming lateral attorneys.

Responsibilities and Duties:

Analyze and resolve potential conflicts for new business intake and incoming lateral attorneys. Train, supervise, and support conflicts analysts. Assist lawyers in drafting and negotiating conflict waivers with Firm clients. Assist Director of Legal Talent Management in facilitating conflicts clearance for incoming lateral attorneys. Draft memos establishing ethical screens and monitor compliance with such screens. Determine when conflicts issues should be escalated for review by the Director and/or GC. Maintain knowledge of current laws and rules pertaining to conflicts of interest in each jurisdiction in which the firm maintains an office and ensure consistent conflicts and ethics practices across all of the firm’s offices. Provides support in such other areas as the Director and GC deem appropriate.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

A JD from a well-regarded law school, in addition to a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university. Admission to a bar in a jurisdiction in which the Firm has an office in the U.S. is preferred. At least three years of combined experience as a practicing attorney in a law firm or equivalent experience, combined with recent law firm compliance experience working in a multi-location and multi-office organization. Excellent interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills and proven analytical and problem-solving skills. Detail-oriented and organized, with the ability to effectively multi-task and prioritize workloads. Ability to present ideas in a business-friendly and user-friendly language, and to analyze and process complex material. Actual salaries will vary depending upon various factors, including relevant experience and skillset. The salary range listed is just one component of the Carlton Fields total compensation package for employees. Other monetary rewards include annual discretionary bonuses based on performance and profit-sharing contributions based on eligibility and firm profitability. Additionally, Carlton Fields provides a comprehensive suite of benefits to promote health and financial security, including medical, dental, and vision insurance as well as life, accident, and disability insurance plans. The firm also provides the opportunity to participate in 401(k) retirement benefits, commuter benefits, and well-being programs. Carlton Fields is an equal opportunity employer, and does not discriminate in recruitment, hiring, or conditions of employment on the basis of race, color, sex, age, religion, national origin, marital status, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other status protected by applicable laws. Please click here to view the EEO is The Law poster and supplement. We also participate in the E-Verify program. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, Carlton Fields is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. If you are interested in applying for employment with Carlton Fields and need special assistance or an accommodation to use our website or applicant tracking system, please request assistance by e-mailing . When contacting us, please provide your contact information and state the nature of your accessibility issue. We will only respond to inquiries concerning requests for reasonable accommodation.