Miami - Conflicts Attorney

About Us

For professional staff, Winston & Strawn presents an exciting opportunity to be a part of a leading global law firm. With our commitment to excellence, diversity, a collaborative work environment, and an emphasis on professional growth, Winston offers a platform for individuals seeking to advance their careers in a dynamic and rewarding environment. Winston is known for its collaborative and collegial culture. We believe teamwork is an essential component in providing high-quality legal services and we value the talents and skills of our entire professional staff team.

POSITION SUMMARY:

As a Conflicts Attorney, you will support the firm’s programs including new business and conflicts intake, lateral hiring, firm growth initiatives, and general regulatory risk management. You will be an important resource to the firm and the Conflicts team on the identification, substantive analysis and resolution of ethical conflicts, firm business issues and related regulatory compliance issues. You will be responsible for all facets of the conflicts search process including the resolution of conflicts and drafting and review of supporting documentation including standard or bespoke engagement letters and waivers/consents.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Review and process complex new client and new matter requests and conduct searches on the firm’s databases; prepare and conduct searches related to lateral hiring and firm growth initiatives; and/or have primary responsibility for general regulatory risk management functions including: outside counsel guidelines review, third-party contract review, preparation of compliance questionnaires, ethical walls, and secondments.
2. Research various entities using a variety of internal and third-party resources.
3. Analyze search results in accordance with applicable ethical rules and firm policies.
4. Perform legal research as necessary.
5. Propose issue resolution in a clear concise manner for firm attorneys.
6. Draft and review standard and non-standard engagement letters and waivers/consents.
7. Confirm the need for ethical walls and draft memorandum for firmwide distribution.
8. Work with firm lawyers, Assistant General Counsel and Senior Conflicts Attorneys to analyze and resolve complex conflict issues.
9. Review and approve new client and new matter forms prepared by Conflict Analysts.
10. Educate, train and act as a resource for members of the Conflicts Department regarding basic analyst skills, legal analysis, firm policy and procedures.
11. Be available to cover urgent conflict issues outside of normal department business hours.
12. Participate in the implementation, testing, and review of new software systems.
13. Assist with Conflicts Department projects and special requests as assigned.
14. Responsible for covering after hours/weekend on-call shifts at the discretion of Conflicts Department Management.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

1. A J.D. degree and an active license to practice law in the United States required.
2. Two or more years of relevant professional experience in a law firm Conflicts environment or equal experience practicing law.
3. Must live within a commutable distance to the local office required.

ADDITIONAL QUALIFICATIONS:

1. Proficiency in Microsoft Office, Excel, and Adobe Acrobat; ability to adapt to new software applications desired.
2. Proficiency in Intapp products preferred.

COMPETENCIES:

1. Substantive knowledge of American Bar Association (ABA) Model Rules of Professional Conduct.
2. Excellent critical thinking, problem-solving skills, and ability to exercise independent judgement.
3. Proven ability to identify and articulate potential ethical and business issues in relationship to the nature of a new representation and/or lateral hire conflict clearance, and to effectively resolve issues consistent with ethical standards and firm policy.
4. Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
5. Demonstrated ability to exercise good judgment and make sound decisions.
6. Meticulous attention to detail.
7. Completes work (including analyst reviews) by or before deadlines.
8. A customer service-oriented manner.
9. Strong organizational skills, ability to prioritize, multitask and maintain a high-level work product, while working under pressure to meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
10. Ability to work both independently and collaboratively with members of the Conflicts team and other colleagues across the firm.
11. Takes initiative and responsibility for continued learning.

Benefits

In addition to paying competitive, market-based salaries, Winston offers comprehensive benefits that provide a full spectrum of coverage and support for our full-time employees and their families. Our generous benefits and perks, which are subject to eligibility and may change from time to time, include:

HEALTH & WELL-BEING

1. Medical, dental, and vision plans - coverage begins on the first day of employment.
2. Life & disability insurance.
3. Pre-tax commuter benefit.
4. Employee assistance program.
5. Free premium access to the Calm app.
6. Mental health first aid responders.

WORK-LIFE INTEGRATION

1. 24/7 concierge service.
2. Back-up child and elder care through Bright Horizons.
3. Free overnight shipment of breast milk for nursing moms when they travel for work.
4. On-site nursing rooms.

RETIREMENT

1. 401(k) retirement plan.
2. Firm-funded retirement plan.

TIME OFF

1. 10 paid holidays per year.
2. 10 sick/personal days per year.
3. Paid vacation time.
4. Up to 2 days of paid time off to participate in Winston for Good activities.

SALARY

Los Angeles based applicants only: The target annual salary range for this role is currently $142,000 - $166,000 based on a regular, full-time schedule. The amount of compensation offered will be determined by several factors, including but not limited to experience, qualifications, market data and internal equity. Total compensation includes a comprehensive healthcare benefits package, yearly retirement contribution, and may include an annual discretionary merit bonus.

We value diversity in the workplace. EOE/Minorities/Females/Vets/Disabled (EOE=Equal Opportunity Employer)