Conflicts Counsel

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Benesch Law is a top‑tier law firm recognized on Chicago and Cleveland's Top Workplaces lists and among the AmLaw 150. We offer a hybrid schedule, career development, and a commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion.

Position:
Conflicts Counsel – Cleveland office (hybrid, WFH flexibility).

We seek a licensed attorney with conflicts analysis experience who can conduct research, problem‑solve, and provide best‑practice recommendations in the corporate and transactional realms.

• Conduct conflict checks on new client matters, staff hires, and law‑firm acquisitions.
• Manage firm‑wide conflicts clearance for new clients and lateral attorneys.
• Consult with General Counsel, Risk Management, Conflicts Intake Manager, and other stakeholders on conflict results and recommendations.
• Draft, review, and provide waiver and engagement letter exemplars.
• Oversee the Outside Counsel Guideline process and review for potential issues.
• Research ethical issues and advise on best‑practice recommendations.
• Assist in creating and updating policies and procedures regarding matter maintenance, closings, and lateral arrivals/departures.
• Train secretarial and administrative staff on the conflicts/intake workflow application.
• Track trends in conflicts of interest management.
• Participate in other projects and tasks as assigned.

Perform other duties as assigned.

J.D., 2+ years of conflicts analysis in a large law firm. Experience with corporate/transactional matters is a plus. Proficiency with Intapp or similar conflict‑check software. Comprehensive knowledge of ethical, legal, and risk‑management rules. Strong written and oral communication skills.

$99,000 – $131,000 per year plus discretionary bonus and comprehensive benefits.

Benesch Law is an equal‑opportunity employer. We value and encourage diversity and solicit applications from all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, gender, sex, age, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, marital status, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, protected veteran status, gender identity, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. Applicants requiring accommodation during the application process should contact