Conflicts Counsel

About the role

The Conflicts Counsel joins Husch Blackwell’s Conflicts Department to support the firm’s intake, lateral clearance, and client engagement processes. This position can be performed remotely or from any of the firm’s U.S. offices and offers the opportunity to work on complex conflict‑of‑interest matters within a collaborative, inclusive environment.

Key responsibilities

• Identify, analyze, and resolve conflicts of interest for new and existing matters.
• Draft and manage conflict waivers, ethical wall implementations, and related engagement‑letter language.
• Review lateral candidates and outside‑counsel guidelines (OCGs) for compliance.
• Communicate conflict decisions clearly to partners, staff, and leadership.
• Maintain accurate records of conflict resolutions and update outdated conflict information.
• Ensure adherence to applicable Rules of Professional Conduct and firm policies.
• Serve as a resource for conflicts analysts and provide guidance on conflict‑related issues.

Required profile

• Motivated legal professional seeking a long‑term position.
• Ability to exercise independent judgment while following firm policies.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills for interaction with attorneys and staff.
• Commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion principles.

Required skills

• Intapp Open
• Intapp Terms

What we offer

• Flexible remote work option or placement in any U.S. office.
• Inclusive team culture focused on collaboration, client service, and innovation.
• Opportunities for professional growth within a national law firm.