Conflicts Attorney (TEMP)

Innovative Driven is currently seeking an experienced Conflicts Attorney to assist the team at one of our most well-respected law firm clients, on a contingent basis, ongoing. The firm prides itself on its strong reputation for client service in high-stakes and complex matters

The role will be hybrid, with one day a week onsite in Los Angeles. Hours are expected to be 8-5 or 9-6, Monday through Friday. The position offers hourly pay, and it is expected to extend on an ongoing basis.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Independently oversee conflicts clearance for complex matters, including lateral partner and group hires, sensitive client engagements, and risk issue
• Serve as an escalation point for complex or novel conflicts and governance issues
• Draft, review, and negotiate conflicts waivers, engagement letters, and related agreements to ensure alignment with policies, ethical requirements, and risk tolerance.
• Review and advise on vendor agreements and third-party relationships
• Review client outside counsel guidelines and engagement agreements
• Assess risk implications, and draft/negotiate appropriate responses.
• Support risk management initiatives, including cross-functional projects involving Information Security, IT, Records, Finance, and Compliance.
• Maintain deep and current expertise in the ABA Model Rules of Professional Conduct
• Advise attorneys and professional staff on governance matters, including conflicts, ethical walls, retention and disposition, and engagement requirements
• Conduct and supervise legal research related to conflicts, ethics, lateral hiring, records disposition, and related governance issues; provides clear, practical guidance based on research findings.

REQUIREMENTS:

• Active CA BAR
• 5+ years of conflicts and risk assessment experience