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Legal Conflicts Research Analyst

MetaRPO, Detroit, MI, United States


Conflicts Research Analyst
Client: Law Firm
Location: Detroit, MI
Job Type: Direct Hire | Full-Time | Hybrid
Compensation: $24.00 – $36.00 per hour
Benefits: Full Benefits
Relocation Expenses: Yes
Interview Expenses: Yes

Overview
Our client, a nationally respected law firm, is seeking a Conflicts Research Analyst to join its growing conflicts team in Detroit, MI. This role plays a critical part in helping attorneys navigate ethical obligations and identify potential conflicts of interest for new matters and lateral hires.

Key Responsibilities

Define search strategies and conduct conflict checks using the firm’s electronic system (Intapp or similar).

Analyze and summarize search results for attorneys and Conflicts Counsel, identifying potential issues and recommendations.

Perform corporate research using online databases to uncover relationships and affiliations.

Draft engagement letters, conflict waivers, and ethical screen memorandums for internal review.

Collaborate with Conflicts Counsel, Conflicts Attorneys, General Counsel, and the broader legal team.

Assist with ongoing cleanup and reconciliation of client and matter records in the conflicts database.

Provide responsive, high-level support to attorneys and legal assistants.

Occasionally support requests outside of regular business hours as needed.

What You Bring

1–2+ years of experience in a law firm conflicts department.

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of education and relevant law firm experience.

Familiarity with legal ethics rules and professional responsibility standards.

Experience conducting conflict checks, corporate research, or legal intake reviews.

Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Exceptional attention to detail and critical thinking skills.

Ability to manage multiple priorities in a high-volume, fast-paced environment.

Must-Haves (Required to Submit)

At least 1 year of conflicts experience at a mid- to large-sized law firm.

Bachelor’s degree or clear equivalent work history.

Familiarity with legal ethics and professional responsibility rules.

Experience conducting conflict checks or corporate research.

Salary requirement provided (not open or negotiable).

Authorized to work in the United States.

No sponsorship required now or in the future.

Ability to work onsite or hybrid in Detroit, MI.

Preferred (Nice-to-Have)

Experience with Intapp or similar conflicts software.

Drafting engagement letters, conflict waivers, or ethical screen memorandums.

Large-scale data cleanup or client/matter database management experience.

Strong legal writing or analytical reporting experience.

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