Legal Conflicts Coordinator

Location: Chicago, IL
Schedule: Hybrid, 3 day in office
Job Type: Full-Time, Direct Hire
Compensation: $70,000 - $80,000

Position Overview

LHH is seeking an experienced Legal Conflicts Coordinator for a full-time opportunity with an established law firm in Chicago.

The primary focus of this position will be managing the firm’s conflicts and new business intake processes, while also providing support to the billing team as needed. This is an excellent opportunity for a detail-oriented legal professional who enjoys research, problem-solving, and working collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Perform conflict checks and analyze results for potential issues

• Assist with new business intake and matter opening

• Research and analyze information related to potential conflicts

• Maintain accurate conflicts, client, and matter information

• Assist with engagement letters, waivers, and conflicts-related documentation

• Respond to conflicts requests from attorneys and internal stakeholders

• Maintain accurate information within conflicts and intake systems

• Assist with prebilling and billing processes as needed

• Support invoice preparation and e-billing

• Respond to billing-related requests and inquiries

• Assist with additional projects and responsibilities as assigned

Qualifications

• 3+ years of conflicts experience required

• Law firm or professional services experience preferred

• Strong research and analytical skills

• Excellent attention to detail and proofreading skills

• Strong organizational and time-management abilities

• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, including Word and Excel

• Experience with legal conflicts or billing software is a plus

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

• Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with professionalism and discretion

Benefits & Perks

• Competitive compensation

• Hybrid work schedule

• Full-time, direct-hire opportunity

• 35-hour workweek

• Health, dental, and vision insurance

• Paid time off and paid holidays

• Retirement savings plan

• Professional development and training opportunities

• Collaborative and supportive work environment

• Opportunity to expand experience in both legal conflicts and billing

• Firm-sponsored employee events and meals

Why Consider This Opportunity?

This is an excellent opportunity to join an established law firm offering a hybrid schedule, strong benefits, work-life balance, professional development, and long-term stability. The position also provides an opportunity to build upon your conflicts experience while gaining additional exposure to legal billing.

If you have a strong conflicts background and are interested in taking the next step in your career, apply today for confidential consideration.

Pay Details: $70,000.00 to $78,000.00 per year

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