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
Openings: 1
The Role
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. The position is well suited for a detail-oriented professional with strong
research skills and an interest in legal ethics and compliance.
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