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Conflict Analyst

Overview:

Make an impact at Analysis Group, where we provide our clients with thoughtful, pragmatic solutions to their most challenging business and litigation problems. Analysis Group is one of the largest private economics consulting firms, with more than 1,200 professionals across 14 offices in North America, Europe, and Asia. Since 1981, we have provided expertise in economics, finance, health care analytics, and strategy to top law firms, Fortune Global 500 companies, and government agencies worldwide. Our internal experts, together with our network of affiliated experts from academia, industry, and government, offer our clients exceptional breadth and depth of expertise.

The Conflicts Analyst is responsible for assisting in the Legal Department’s risk management activities by performing business research and database content analysis designed to reduce risk. This function performs conflict checks, assists in the resolution of actual or potential conflicts and functions in a quality control role for the case intake process by confirming data and identifying key content elements of the new case or lead that support all administrative teams. Responsibilities also include assistance with various projects undertaken by department leadership.

Essential Job Functions and Responsibilities:

Conduct due diligence and research on new cases and leads.
Research company information on the web, such as annual reports, news articles, corporate affiliates, product names and product information.
Research case information on the web using Lexis, Bloomberg Law, and federal and state court websites.
Accurately enter case information into Firm’s conflict database, Intapp Open.
Apply analytical and critical thinking skills to interpret database research results to identify and highlight potential conflict issues.
Organize relevant information and prepare succinct written case summaries that effectively communicate potential issues.
Assist in the resolution of conflicts, which requires interaction with the Conflict Committee, Managing Principals, and other senior staff.
Prepare necessary reports to submit to the Conflict Committee for review and approval of new cases and leads.
Ensure case, client, and related party information is comprehensive and accurate, and identify key content elements of the new case or lead that support other administrative teams.
Work with others in the Legal Department on engagement letter terms, and review and track engagement restrictions or agreed-upon terms to ensure compliance.
Identify cases that require an information screen, and coordinate with the Risk System Administrator when information screens are needed.
Maintain internal case databases, run searches on internal and external document databases and systems.

Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree required; paralegal certificate or JD preferred.
Minimum of 5 years of substantive relevant experience required.
An ideal candidate will have 5-8 years of substantive relevant experience.
Equivalent work experience in a professional service firm preferred.
Demonstrated ability to effectively communicate and interact with colleagues, both verbally and through written communication
Excellent organizational skills.
Strong PC capabilities, including Microsoft Office (Word, Intermediate Excel) required. Intapp Open experience a plus
Willingness to work a flexible schedule dictated by business needs.
Research skills required – Lexis, Bloomberg Law, Dun & Bradstreet Family Tree Finder, Pacer, CourtLink, etc.
An inclusive and growth-oriented mindset, strong interpersonal skills, and an ability to work across differences.
To the extent permitted by applicable law, eligible candidates must be authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship or restriction, now and in the future.

Analysis Group embraces diversity and equal opportunity in a deep and meaningful way. We are committed to building teams that represent a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. The more inclusive we are, the better our work will be.

We provide equal access and opportunities regardless of sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, religion, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, ancestry, mental and physical ability or disability, medical condition, genetic information, citizenship status, socioeconomic status, veteran and military status, or membership in any other class protected under applicable law. We encourage candidates of all backgrounds to apply.

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By Analysis Group

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Hybrid, based in Boston, MA

DATE POSTED

June 23, 2023