Munger, Tolles & Olson LLP
Governance Attorney
Munger, Tolles & Olson LLP, Los Angeles, California, United States,
Governance AttorneyPosition Type: Full TimeExemptOffsite (In-Office Based on Business Needs)Location: Los Angeles OR San Francisco OR Washington D.C.Salary Range: $141,600.00 - $180,000.00 **
The salary range is the one that Munger, Tolles & Olson LLP reasonably expects to pay for this position. The salary range does not guarantee, obligate, nor set expectations of an applicant’s wage in the event of hire. The posted range is only one component of Munger, Tolles & Olson LLP’s Total Rewards package.Step into the world of governance and make a difference as our Governance Attorney! Are you passionate about law, governance, and risk management? We’re seeking a Governance Attorney to be a key player in our Governance team. This role is not just about directing and conducting specific processes, it’s about ensuring the integrity and efficiency of our governance department.As a Governance Attorney , you’ll be responsible for a range of tasks including the timely and thorough review, identification, and resolution of conflicts of interest, preparation of conflicts waivers, review of engagement letters and outside guidelines, and review of new vendor contracts.Reporting directly to the Associate Director of Governance, you’ll have significant interactions with the General Counsel, Partners, and various departments within the Firm. This role offers a unique opportunity to influence and shape our governance practices while working with a diverse team of professionals.Why the Governance Attorney Role?Integral Role : You’ll be an essential part of the Governance team, playing a key role in directing and conducting specific processes.Conflict Resolution : You’ll handle the identification and resolution of conflicts of interest, enhancing your problem-solving skills.Risk Management : You’ll review engagement letters, outside guidelines, and new vendor contracts, contributing to the Firm’s risk management.Leadership Interaction : Reporting directly to the Associate Director of Governance, you’ll have significant interactions with the Firm’s leadership.Cross-Departmental Collaboration : You’ll collaborate with various departments within the Firm, fostering a strong network and team dynamic.Job Functions & ResponsibilitiesAssists with the clearance of new hire candidates, including conflicts analysis and resolution, review of reports submitted by Governance Analysts, and escalation of items to Firm General Counsel and Partners, as appropriate.Drafts language in waiver and engagement letters to ensure that it adequately addresses conflicts and engagement issues.Reviews new vendor agreements and ensures they comply with the Firm’s standard terms and conditions.Reviews client outside counsel guidelines and engagement agreements to identify deviations from the Firm’s policies; drafts appropriate responses to the deviations.Develops internal policies, procedures, guidelines, and best practices with respect to information governance issues, including security and privacy issues.Leads and supports Risk Management related projects and initiatives.Maintains up-to-date knowledge of the American Bar Association (ABA) Model Rules of Professional Conduct as adopted in each state in which the Firm maintains an office, and jurisdictional differences in all states and practice areas in which the Firm conducts business.Assists the daily operation and maintenance of the Firm’s internal legal holds and collection, preservation and destruction of documents.Advises attorneys and professionals on all aspects of the Firm’s Governance policies (e.g., retention, disposition, conflicts) and integrates feedback into policy and process adjustments as necessary.Ensures compliance with firm-wide processes related to audit letters, outside counsel guidelines, conflicts checks, and new business intake.Serves as escalation point for Governance Analysts and troubleshooting conflicts issues through to resolution.Performs legal research, including review of case law and jurisdictional issues related to conflicts clearance, lateral hiring, ethical walls, records disposition and related issues.Other duties as assigned.Qualifications & Skill RequirementsJuris Doctor degree from a major, accredited law school.Admitted to the California Bar, active and in good standing, OR admission in another jurisdiction and willing to take and pass the California Bar within one year.Minimum 5 years’ law firm conflicts research and analysis experienceAdvanced ability to be proactive, analytical and use critical thinking skillsAbility to work in fast-paced environment, interacting professionally with othersExcellent attention to detailProficient in Boolean Search Terms & Connectors, preferredProficient in Microsoft Office with advanced skills in Excel and PowerPointProficient in InTapp Conflicts/Intake (or 3E/Elite Enterprise)Strong communication skillsAbility to deliver consistently excellent customer serviceWhy Choose Munger Tolles?Precedent-Setting Cases : Clients turn to us for groundbreaking cases that demand creative thinking.Resourceful Deployment : When the stakes are high, we can mobilize an “army of trial lawyers”.High-Profile Representation : We represent major entities such as Bank of America, Edison International, Oaktree Capital Management, PG&E, and Berkshire Hathaway.Our Exceptional Attorneys:Clerkship Experience : Nearly 75% of our lawyers and over 80% of our litigators have clerked for federal or state judges.Diverse Backgrounds : Our attorneys bring additional dimensions to client service. Some honed their skills as assistant U.S. attorneys, while others hold advanced degrees in fields like physics, engineering, and medicine.The
Governance Attorney
role is an amazing opportunity available on our team of professionals at Munger, Tolles & Olson, LLP! We offer competitive pay, benefits and an opportunity to make an impact in today’s world.For
full details of the position
and for information on other job opportunities, please visit our website at www.mto.comThis job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of the work being performed by employees in this job. It is not intended to be a complete list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required for this job classification.We are a talent-first Firm and are always looking for great people. We encourage you to apply even if the level of this position is not an exact match to your qualifications. This may not guarantee your placement into the opening; however, it is always worth exploring if there is an opportunity for the future.About Munger, Tolles & OlsonMunger, Tolles & Olson has been consistently ranked on The American Lawyer’s A-List since its inception in 2004, including nine years in the top spot. We strive to hire only the most qualified and creative lawyers. We believe that clerkships provide valuable experience. In this regard, about 80% of our attorneys served as law clerks to federal or state judges and sixteen attorneys were clerks to U.S. Supreme Court Justices. We recruit and retain the best professional talent to support our Attorneys with a focus on service and excellence. We have a full spectrum of functional positions including Information Technology, Information Security, Accounting, Human Resources, Legal Support, and Marketing.Munger, Tolles & Olson LLP (MTO) does not accept unsolicited resumes from 3rd parties or agencies. Any unsolicited resumes and profiles received from 3rd parties or agencies will be considered property of MTO and no fees will be due or paid. If you wish to become an approved Agency with MTO, please contact a member of the MTO Talent Acquisition Team.
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The salary range is the one that Munger, Tolles & Olson LLP reasonably expects to pay for this position. The salary range does not guarantee, obligate, nor set expectations of an applicant’s wage in the event of hire. The posted range is only one component of Munger, Tolles & Olson LLP’s Total Rewards package.Step into the world of governance and make a difference as our Governance Attorney! Are you passionate about law, governance, and risk management? We’re seeking a Governance Attorney to be a key player in our Governance team. This role is not just about directing and conducting specific processes, it’s about ensuring the integrity and efficiency of our governance department.As a Governance Attorney , you’ll be responsible for a range of tasks including the timely and thorough review, identification, and resolution of conflicts of interest, preparation of conflicts waivers, review of engagement letters and outside guidelines, and review of new vendor contracts.Reporting directly to the Associate Director of Governance, you’ll have significant interactions with the General Counsel, Partners, and various departments within the Firm. This role offers a unique opportunity to influence and shape our governance practices while working with a diverse team of professionals.Why the Governance Attorney Role?Integral Role : You’ll be an essential part of the Governance team, playing a key role in directing and conducting specific processes.Conflict Resolution : You’ll handle the identification and resolution of conflicts of interest, enhancing your problem-solving skills.Risk Management : You’ll review engagement letters, outside guidelines, and new vendor contracts, contributing to the Firm’s risk management.Leadership Interaction : Reporting directly to the Associate Director of Governance, you’ll have significant interactions with the Firm’s leadership.Cross-Departmental Collaboration : You’ll collaborate with various departments within the Firm, fostering a strong network and team dynamic.Job Functions & ResponsibilitiesAssists with the clearance of new hire candidates, including conflicts analysis and resolution, review of reports submitted by Governance Analysts, and escalation of items to Firm General Counsel and Partners, as appropriate.Drafts language in waiver and engagement letters to ensure that it adequately addresses conflicts and engagement issues.Reviews new vendor agreements and ensures they comply with the Firm’s standard terms and conditions.Reviews client outside counsel guidelines and engagement agreements to identify deviations from the Firm’s policies; drafts appropriate responses to the deviations.Develops internal policies, procedures, guidelines, and best practices with respect to information governance issues, including security and privacy issues.Leads and supports Risk Management related projects and initiatives.Maintains up-to-date knowledge of the American Bar Association (ABA) Model Rules of Professional Conduct as adopted in each state in which the Firm maintains an office, and jurisdictional differences in all states and practice areas in which the Firm conducts business.Assists the daily operation and maintenance of the Firm’s internal legal holds and collection, preservation and destruction of documents.Advises attorneys and professionals on all aspects of the Firm’s Governance policies (e.g., retention, disposition, conflicts) and integrates feedback into policy and process adjustments as necessary.Ensures compliance with firm-wide processes related to audit letters, outside counsel guidelines, conflicts checks, and new business intake.Serves as escalation point for Governance Analysts and troubleshooting conflicts issues through to resolution.Performs legal research, including review of case law and jurisdictional issues related to conflicts clearance, lateral hiring, ethical walls, records disposition and related issues.Other duties as assigned.Qualifications & Skill RequirementsJuris Doctor degree from a major, accredited law school.Admitted to the California Bar, active and in good standing, OR admission in another jurisdiction and willing to take and pass the California Bar within one year.Minimum 5 years’ law firm conflicts research and analysis experienceAdvanced ability to be proactive, analytical and use critical thinking skillsAbility to work in fast-paced environment, interacting professionally with othersExcellent attention to detailProficient in Boolean Search Terms & Connectors, preferredProficient in Microsoft Office with advanced skills in Excel and PowerPointProficient in InTapp Conflicts/Intake (or 3E/Elite Enterprise)Strong communication skillsAbility to deliver consistently excellent customer serviceWhy Choose Munger Tolles?Precedent-Setting Cases : Clients turn to us for groundbreaking cases that demand creative thinking.Resourceful Deployment : When the stakes are high, we can mobilize an “army of trial lawyers”.High-Profile Representation : We represent major entities such as Bank of America, Edison International, Oaktree Capital Management, PG&E, and Berkshire Hathaway.Our Exceptional Attorneys:Clerkship Experience : Nearly 75% of our lawyers and over 80% of our litigators have clerked for federal or state judges.Diverse Backgrounds : Our attorneys bring additional dimensions to client service. Some honed their skills as assistant U.S. attorneys, while others hold advanced degrees in fields like physics, engineering, and medicine.The
Governance Attorney
role is an amazing opportunity available on our team of professionals at Munger, Tolles & Olson, LLP! We offer competitive pay, benefits and an opportunity to make an impact in today’s world.For
full details of the position
and for information on other job opportunities, please visit our website at www.mto.comThis job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of the work being performed by employees in this job. It is not intended to be a complete list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required for this job classification.We are a talent-first Firm and are always looking for great people. We encourage you to apply even if the level of this position is not an exact match to your qualifications. This may not guarantee your placement into the opening; however, it is always worth exploring if there is an opportunity for the future.About Munger, Tolles & OlsonMunger, Tolles & Olson has been consistently ranked on The American Lawyer’s A-List since its inception in 2004, including nine years in the top spot. We strive to hire only the most qualified and creative lawyers. We believe that clerkships provide valuable experience. In this regard, about 80% of our attorneys served as law clerks to federal or state judges and sixteen attorneys were clerks to U.S. Supreme Court Justices. We recruit and retain the best professional talent to support our Attorneys with a focus on service and excellence. We have a full spectrum of functional positions including Information Technology, Information Security, Accounting, Human Resources, Legal Support, and Marketing.Munger, Tolles & Olson LLP (MTO) does not accept unsolicited resumes from 3rd parties or agencies. Any unsolicited resumes and profiles received from 3rd parties or agencies will be considered property of MTO and no fees will be due or paid. If you wish to become an approved Agency with MTO, please contact a member of the MTO Talent Acquisition Team.
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