Conflicts Analyst at Butler Snow LLP in Charleston, SC

Job description

• Are you a problem solver? Are you looking for a place where you can showcase your strong critical thinking and decision-making skills? If your answer is yes, then this is the opportunity for you! Butler Snow LLP is looking for a Conflicts Analyst to join our team. Open to remote work.
• In this role, you will conduct conflict searches using internal systems and third-party databases, analyze results for potential issues, and communicate findings to firm leadership and any other relevant parties. You’ll be part of a collaborative team that supports critical firm operations and values accuracy, professionalism, and service. This role offers the opportunity to deepen your conflicts expertise while working closely with attorneys and leadership in a fast-paced legal environment!

Responsibilities

• Conduct conflict of interest searches for attorneys and administrative staff using internal systems and external research databases.
• Enter, review, analyze, and maintain conflict and new matter data in accordance with firm policies and procedures.
• Review workflow requests including detailed understanding of the submissions to ensure key information is included for appropriate processing.
• Research individual and corporate entities to identify relationships and potential conflicts.
• Review conflicts reports for accuracy and completeness, evaluate potential issues, and clear conflicts when appropriate.
• Escalate unresolved or significant issues and follow up with attorneys and/or management as needed.
• Review and process new client and matter intake documentation prior to opening.
• Respond to conflict check inquiries and provide system and status support to firm personnel.
• Ensure timely processing of requests by coordinating with team members and meeting deadlines.
• Responsible for covering periodic after hours/weekend On Call shifts at the discretion of the General Counsel’s Office.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree required, with a minimum of three years of conflicts experience in the legal industry preferred. J.D. is a plus.
• Previous experience with Aderant and/or Intapp preferred.
• Exceptional knowledge of legal conflicts and related ethical rules, with sound judgment and discretion in handling confidential information.
• Strong analytical, critical thinking, and decision-making skills, with the ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent organizational skills and meticulous attention to detail.
• Ability to organize and prioritize numerous tasks and complete under time constraints.
• Ability to perform effectively with moderate supervision and within established time limits and on-going deadlines.
• Ability to ask for and accept direction, while taking ownership of and resolving issues.
• Demonstrate commitment to skill progression and consistent improvement of the quality of work product.
• Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively and professionally with attorneys, staff, and colleagues at all levels.
• Demonstrated customer service focus and professionalism in a legal or professional services environment.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and web-based applications, with strong computer, research, and proofreading skills.

Skills

Required

• Excellent organizational skills
• Meticulous attention to detail
• Ability to ask for and accept direction

Benefits

• A phenomenal team in an extraordinary firm
• The opportunity to work in a collaborative environment
• Ability to grow professionally and personally
• Medical, Dental and Vision with wellness component
• Free Telehealth coverage
• Short- and Long-Term Disability
• Pet Insurance
• 401K and profit sharing (after completion of eligibility requirements)
• Generous Paid Time Off Plus Paid Holidays
• Tuition Reimbursement
• In-house training and development