New Business Intake & Conflicts Coordinator

Description:

In accordance with firm policies and procedures, this position is responsible for all tasks related to new business intake and conflicts on a firm-wide basis. Reports directly to the Director of Research Services and Knowledge Management as well as the Manager of New Business Intake & Conflicts. Resident in the New Orleans office. New Business Intake Assists in all aspects of new business intake for the assigned client Inputs the data and documentation gathered during the intake process into the Conflicts database Reviews data for accuracy Conflicts Runs complete and well documented conflicts checks for new matters for the assigned client in accordance with firm guidelines Prepares reports and summarizes research results Assists in all administrative tasks related to the conflicts process Lateral attorney and potential merger reviews Runs reports on client lists for potential lateral hires Runs reports on client lists for potential office mergers Assists with the opening of new matters for lateral hires Opening & Closing of Matters/Files Opens new matters in the time and billing system Handles routine re-open matter requests as well re-open requests resulting from annual matter sweeps

Technology Skills Word, Excel, Outlook, Aderant Requirements:

Prior law firm experience Bachelor's degree required, or creditable prior work experience Proven analytical skills and strong ability to analyze and organize information Detail oriented with strong data entry skills Ability to work well under pressure to meet deadlines Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice. The Human Resources department will conduct interviews of qualified individuals prior to requesting a criminal background check, and no job application submitted prior to such interview shall inquire into an applicant's criminal history. If this position is subject to a background check for any convictions related to its responsibilities and requirements, employment will be contingent upon successful completion of a background investigation including criminal history. Criminal history will not automatically disqualify a candidate.