Conflicts Counsel - Los Angeles (Hybrid)
Company: Direct Counsel
Location: Los Angeles
Posted on: February 19, 2026
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Job Description:
Job Description Job Description Job Title: Conflicts Counsel
Location: West Coast (Hybrid) Direct Counsel represents an Am Law
100 firm seeking a Conflicts Counsel to support firmwide risk
management and conflicts operations. This hybrid role is ideally
based in a West Coast office and is well suited for a
detail-oriented attorney with strong judgment, communication
skills, and the ability to perform under pressure. Key
Responsibilities: Review and clear legal conflicts related to new
business intake Serve as primary point of contact for Outside
Counsel Guidelines (OCGs); collaborate with partners and
administrative stakeholders to prepare client-aligned responses
Review and draft waiver and engagement letter language addressing
conflicts, scope, and fee arrangements Advise attorneys and NBI
staff on conflicts of interest, ethical issues, and risk mitigation
strategies Monitor and interpret ABA Model Rules of Professional
Conduct and applicable jurisdictional variations Track rule changes
and recommend updates to firm policies Document conflict
resolutions and obtain required waivers prior to matter opening
Review OCG deviations and coordinate approvals consistent with firm
engagement policies Determine and implement ethical walls as needed
Participate in professional ethics organizations and continuing
education Assist with special projects and other duties as assigned
by firm leadership Qualifications: Active bar membership in good
standing Minimum 2 years of experience in conflicts clearance
and/or outside counsel guideline review in a large law firm
preferred (strong candidates without direct experience considered)
Excellent analytical, organizational, and communication skills
Ability to manage competing priorities in a high-pressure
environment Experience with InTapp Open and Terms preferred
Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Adobe, and
database management tools Compensation & Benefits: Salary range:
$140,000 – $175,000 , based on experience Comprehensive benefits
package including medical, dental, vision, life and disability
insurance, 401(k) with contributions, paid time off and sick leave,
employee assistance program, referral program, and parking/transit
reimbursement (location dependent)
Keywords: Direct Counsel, Fountain Valley , Conflicts Counsel - Los Angeles (Hybrid), Legal , Los Angeles, California
