DLA Piper is, at its core, bold, exceptional, collaborative and supportive. Our people are the backbone, heart and soul of our firm. Wherever you are in your professional journey, DLA Piper is a place you can engage in meaningful work and grow your career. Let’s see what we can achieve. Together.SummaryReporting to the Executive Director, New Business Intake and Procurement, the Intake and Risk Management Attorney supports the firm’s critical risk management function by performing all duties associated with new business intake risk management, including, but not limited to, overseeing the critical risk management function related to the onboarding of new clients and new matters to the firm, including vetting potential conflicts, financial, reputational, and anti-money laundering issues; assisting with the process of closing out clients and matters; drafting, reviewing and advising on client engagement letters with a specific focus on advance waivers; serving as a key risk management resource for the new business intake team; assisting with training around new business intake best practices and business acceptance processes.LocationThis position can be remote. Candidates may be required on occasion to visit the local office when/if needed.Responsibilities
Assists with the critical new business intake risk management function related to the onboarding of new clients and matters to the firm, including vetting potential conflicts, financial, reputational, and anti-money laundering issues.
Undertakes due diligence and reputational risk assessments of new clients and matters.
Advises the partnership on business acceptance issues relating to the onboarding of new clients and matters.
Works closely with members of the Office of General Counsel around the escalation of issues.
Assists with the process of closing out clients and matters, including the drafting of closeout letters
Serves as a key risk management resource for the new business intake team, answering questions related to all aspects of new business intake risk management.
Drafts, reviews and advises on client engagement letters with a specific focus on advance waivers.
Drafts and develops best practices and business acceptance processes around new business intake risk management.
Assists with training to the firm on new business intake risk issues.
Trains and mentors members of the new business intake team on risk management issues.
Leads new business intake risk management projects.
Other duties as assigned.
Desired SkillsExcellent verbal and written skills required to communicate complex legal issues. Demonstrated ability to exercise good judgment and make sound decisions. Meticulous attention to detail and a proven ability to prioritize and multitask, with the ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment while maintaining high level work product. Natural mentorship skills and a focus on teamwork.Minimum Education
JD
Minimum Years of Experience
5 years' experience in a law firm or in-house legal department. New business intake and/or conflicts experience desirable.
Active law license in good standing in state where practicing.
Essential Job ExpectationsWhile the specific job requirements of a DLA Piper position may vary depending upon scope of the job and area of specialty, there are certain universal requirements that are expected of all DLA Piper employees, which include but are not limited to:
Effectively communicate, verbally and in writing, with clients, lawyers, business professionals, and third parties;
Produce deliverables, answer phone calls, and reply to correspondence in an efficient and responsive manner;
Provide timely, accurate, and quality work product;
Successfully meet deadlines, expectations, and perform work duties as required;
Foster positive work relationships;
Comply with all firm policies and practices;
Engage in both physical and sedentary activity, such as (a) working at a computer for extended periods of time, including on-screen reading and typing; (b) participating in digital/virtual conference calls; (c) participating in meetings as needed;
Ability to work under pressure and manage competing demands in a fast-paced environment;
Perform all other duties, tasks or projects as assigned.
Our employees are expected to embrace and uphold our firm values as a part of our DLA Piper culture. We are committed to excellence in how we represent our clients and develop our people.Physical DemandsSedentary work: Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and/or a negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects, including the human body. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time. Jobs are sedentary if walking and standing are required only occasionally and all other sedentary criteria are met.Work Environment
Remote / Work-from-home
DisclaimerThe purpose of this job description is to provide a concise statement of the work elements and to organize and present the information in a standardized way. It is not intended to describe all the elements of the work that may be performed by every individual in this classification, nor should it serve as the sole criteria for personnel decisions and actions. The job duties, requirements, and expectations for this position may be modified at the Firm’s discretion at any time. This job description does not change the at-will nature of employment.Application Process Applicants must apply directly online instead of sending application materials via email. If you have a request for an accommodation during the application process or have any questions about the process, please contact careers@us.dlapiper.com. Please add dlapiper@myworkday.com to your list of safe senders. Accommodation Reasonable accommodations may be made upon request to permit individuals with a disability to perform the essential functions and responsibilities of the position or to participate in the job selection process. If you have a request for an accommodation during the application process, please contact careers@us.dlapiper.com . Agency applications will not be considered. No immigration sponsorship is available for this position. The firm’s expected hiring range for this position is $127,262 - $202,352 per year depending on the candidate’s geographic market location.The compensation offered for employment will also be dependent on other factors including the candidate’s experience, skills, educational and professional background, and overall qualifications. We offer a comprehensive package of benefits including medical/dental/vision insurance, and 401(k).#LI-FG1#LI-RemoteDLA Piper is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. Job applicant poster viewing center (https://mandatoryview.com/?LicenceId=09b17fa3-b781-4022-bfdd-ec61a570463c&ProductType=OnlineApplicant) .DLA Piper is, at its core, bold, exceptional, collaborative and supportiveOur people are the backbone, heart and soul of our firm. Wherever you are in your professional journey, DLA Piper is a place you can engage in meaningful work and grow your career. Let’s see what we can achieve. Together.Get to Know UsWe invite you to learn more about us. Please visit the following pages for more information about DLA Piper.Laterals (http://www.dlapiper.com/en-us/careers/laterals)Lateral PartnersLaw Students (http://www.dlapiper.com/en-us/careers/law-students)Business ProfessionalsRecruitment Agencies:Per the terms of our agreement, all candidates must be submitted through the firm’s agency portal for consideration. If you have an agreement with the firm, please log in to the agency portal via the following link (https://www.myworkday.com/wday/authgwy/dlapiper/login.htmld?redirect=n) to review positions accepting agency submissions.Lawyer Positions Only: If you do not have an agreement with us and would like us to consider candidates, please send a blind candidate profile to legalrecruiting-bos@dlapiper.com
