Conflicts Lawyer

3 weeks ago

Ottawa, Canada Gowling WLG Full time

**ABOUT GOWLING WLG**

At Gowling WLG, our dedication to excellence and quality service begins with our people. As a global law firm with offices across Canada, the U.K., Europe, the Middle East and Asia, we pride ourselves on sourcing and retaining top talent who bring energy, passion and commitment to the delivery of outstanding client service.

Employee satisfaction is important to us. We work hard to ensure that our people are motivated, engaged and empowered. We are guided by our firm’s Core Values - The Power of Teamwork, Always Striving to be Better, We all Bring Something Different - in all that we do.

Diversity, equity, and inclusion are an integral part of our firm’s core values. We are always striving to build a more equitable, engaging and rewarding workplace by attracting and retaining talented people from a diverse range of backgrounds, cultures and experiences. Our aim is to help everyone reach their full potential and achieve their personal and professional goals.

Our diverse group of legal professionals, law students, law clerks, paralegals, legal administrative assistants and business services team members work together, and are respected and valued for their individual contributions.

**PROFILE**

As a member of Gowling’s global conflicts team, the Conflicts Lawyer will support the General Counsel Team and the Conflicts Assessment and Matter Analysis Team (CAMAT) with the implementation and continuous improvement of conflicts search and analysis processes and procedures.

**RESPONSIBILITIES**
- Conduct detailed domestic and international conflict analysis and support the resolution of related issues.
- Review the confidential disclosures of legal-side hires, including lawyers, legal assistants, paralegals, patent agents and articling students, identify and highlight problematic issues to HR representatives and office managing partners, and draft the necessary confidentiality documents.
- Advise on, and determine the need for client disclosure and ethical walls, and preparing appropriate disclosure and waiver letters, if needed.
- Conduct research relating to Conflicts law and professional duties and rules of conduct.
- Analyze trends in file openings and conflict of interest issues, to assist in the further automation and innovation of processes.
- Contribute to the development and improvement of the CAMAT, including streamlining work flow processes and software enhancements to upgrade our integrated global operation.
- Review, negotiate and manage Outside Counsel Guidelines, including cyber security elements.
- Conduct and participate in risk management and conflicts-related professional development presentations to firm members.

**QUALIFICATIONS**
- Law degree and membership in a Canadian law society in good standing.
- 1-3 years of experience working in a legal environment. Experience in navigating conflicts of interest issues in various practice groups, or in-depth familiarity with _MacDonald Estate v. Martin_ ([1990] 3 SCR 1235) and _Canadian National Railway Co. v._ _McKercher_ ([2013] 2 SCR 649), is a plus.
- Ability to conduct conflict of interest searches and exercise good judgement to identify and resolve issues.
- Ability to adapt quickly to changing priorities, think critically and show initiative while working in a high volume and time sensitive environment.
- Strong organizational skills, attention to detail and ability to multi-task.
- Strong interpersonal, influencing and consensus building skills.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Proven ability to provide excellent client service.
- Strong interest in technology and advanced computer literacy; willingness to learn Intapp, InProtech, iManage, SPM, Aderant and Kira;
- Capacity to work independently, as well as in a team environment.
- Bilingualism (EN/FR) is considered an asset.

Gowling WLG employees benefit from a hybrid work environment.

Gowling WLG is dedicated to building a diverse and inclusive workplace. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation at any time during the recruitment process, please let us know.

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