Assess global conflicts and ethical screens with Gowling WLG using advanced research, judgment, and legal technology. This 12-month contract supports Canadian offices remotely.
As a Conflicts Specialist on the Conflicts Assessment and Matter Analysis Team, you will assess conflicts of interest connected with global work. The position involves conflict searches, detailed analysis, ethical screen construction, and recommendations for resolution. You will apply case law, qualified rules, firm procedures, and confidentiality requirements. The schedule supports Canadian offices during specified Eastern, Pacific, or Mountain time hours.
Key Responsibilities:
Construct ethical screens for conflicts and confidentiality concerns
Perform Canadian conflict searches using the NBI/Intapp system
Analyze clients, matters, and casual searches for possible conflicts
Draft European file referrals and negotiate straightforward issues
Document resolutions and respond to professionals and assistants
Requirements:
Community college diploma and three years of legal sector experience
Advanced research, problem-solving, and conflict search skills
Robust technology interest and advanced computer literacy
Accuracy, confidentiality, organization, and attention to detail
Solid communication, negotiation, and customer service skills
Apply legal research, ethical judgment, confidentiality, and technology skills as a Conflicts Specialist supporting Gowling WLG’s Canadian offices.