Latham & Watkins, a global law firm consistently ranked among the top firms in the world, is currently seeking a Conflicts Attorney to join our winning team, located in downtown Los Angeles. The success of our firm is largely determined by our commitment to hire and develop the very best and brightest, creating a team that provides our clients with the highest quality of work and service. We are driven by our core values: respect, innovation and collaboration. The Conflicts Attorney will receive a generous total compensation package. Bonuses are awarded in recognition of individual and firm performance. Eligible employees can participate in Latham's comprehensive benefit program including healthcare, life and disability insurance, flexible spending accounts, a 401k plan, and more! In addition, employees receive 10 paid holidays per year, and a PTO program that accrues 23 days during the first year of employment and grows with tenure. As a Conflicts Attorney at Latham, you will be responsible for assisting the Firm’s Office of the General Counsel, Ethics Committee, attorneys, and Conflicts Department staff with legal issues relating to global conflicts, ethics functions, and operations while accomplishing these and other critical functions:
As a Conflicts Attorney, you will be expected to apply your organizational and communication skills while displaying a positive, high-energy attitude. The successful Conflicts Attorney must possess knowledge of legal ethics and legal practice and superior communication skills, both written and verbal. An ideal candidate will exhibit an advanced ability to perceive and analyze problems and develop alternative strategies to solve them. The Conflicts Attorney will also display the ability to handle confidential and sensitive information with the appropriate discretion and the ability to manage time well, prioritize effectively, and handle multiple deadlines. A Bachelor’s degree and a law degree from an accredited law school are required. The Conflicts Attorney must also have active bar qualification/membership in California, the District of Columbia, Illinois, Massachusetts, New York, or Texas. A minimum of three (3) years of relevant experience practicing law and/or working on a conflicts team is required. Conflicts and ethics experience is strongly preferred. Experience working at a global law firm setting is also desired. Qualified candidates are encouraged to apply by clicking the ‘Apply Now’ link.
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Required Skills Required Experience
Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
Ability to obtain a Secret security clearance.