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Senior Conflicts Analyst - Minneapolis, MN (Open to Remote Locations Listed in Description)
 Fredrikson & Byron | |
life insurance, parental leave, 401(k), retirement plan
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 United States, Minnesota, Minneapolis | |
| 200 South 6th Street (Show on map) | |
 Mar 04, 2026 | |
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Who We Are:
Fredrikson is the premier Midwest-based law firm working collaboratively to help businesses achieve their goals regionally, nationally, and globally. Overview: We are seeking an experienced Senior Conflicts Analyst to join our Conflicts Team. This fully remote position (available to candidates located Minnesota, California, Washington, Oregon, Colorado, Iowa, Illinois, Missouri and Wisconsin) is critical to protecting the Firm by identifying and analyzing potential conflicts of interest related to new business intake, lateral hires, and other firm initiatives. The Senior Conflicts Analyst brings strong judgment, advanced research skills, and a collaborative mindset to support attorneys and business partners across the Firm. This position reports to the Conflicts Manager and works closely with Conflicts Resolution Specialists, Conflicts Counsel, attorneys, and other stakeholders. Why Join Us: This is an opportunity to take on a senior-level analytical role within a collaborative Conflicts Team. You will work on complex, high-impact matters, support Firm-wide risk management, and continue building deep expertise in legal ethics and conflicts analysis. Key Responsibilities Include: * Perform advanced conflicts searches and analysis for new matters and lateral hires. * Research and analyze corporate family structures, subsidiaries, and affiliations using multiple research tools. * Review intake materials with a critical eye to identify potential conflicts of interest and assess risk. * Prepare clear, well-reasoned written summaries and/or recommendations regarding routine conflicts issues. * Support lateral hire conflict reviews, including coordination with HR and evaluation of portable and non-portable matters. * Serve as a resource to junior analysts by providing guidance on search strategy, issue spotting, and documentation. * Respond to attorney and staff inquiries with professionalism, clarity, and efficiency. * Contribute to process improvements, quality control efforts, and testing of conflicts tools and workflows. * Handle sensitive and confidential information with discretion and sound judgment. Our Ideal Candidates Will Have: * 5+ years of experience in conflicts analysis, risk management, or a related role within a large law firm or professional services environment. * Strong working knowledge of conflicts rules under the Rules of Professional Conduct. * Associate's degree or equivalent experience required; Bachelor's degree or paralegal certificate strongly preferred. * Expertise with conflicts systems such as Intapp Open, Elite, or similar platforms. * Expertise with corporate research tools (e.g., Dun & Bradstreet Family Tree or comparable resources). * Advanced skills in Microsoft Outlook, Word, and Excel. * Excellent analytical skills with the ability to clearly explain risk and issues to non-technical audiences. * Strong written and verbal communication skills. * Highly organized, detail-oriented, and able to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment. * Understanding of conflict resolution methods such as waivers and ethical screens. * Experience mentoring or supporting junior team members is a plus. Benefits: Our comprehensive benefits options include medical, dental, vision, basic and supplemental life insurance, short-and long-term disability, employee resource benefits (inclusive of counseling, coaching, and care-giving guidance), paid-parental leave, parenting classes, pre-tax parking and transportation options, and much more! Our retirement plan includes financial planning, Social Security/Medicare planning, 401k/Roth investment options, and a firm-paid profit-sharing contribution. Benefits are subject to eligibility requirements and other terms and conditions. The salary range for this position in Minneapolis is estimated to start at $76,000 - $90,000 / year. The compensation offered will be dependent on the candidate's experience, skills, education, professional background, overall qualifications, and geographic market location. Applying For This Position: Applications will only be accepted online at https://www.fredlaw.com/careers-meet-us. Applicants will be asked to submit a cover letter and resume. For assistance with the application process or for accommodations, please contact recruiting@fredlaw.com. About Fredrikson: Diversity and inclusion are core values of Fredrikson & Byron. To best serve our clients, we provide innovative solutions to legal needs by cultivating a diverse workforce. With a reputation as the firm "where law and business meet," our attorneys and staff bring business acumen and entrepreneurial thinking to operate as business advisors, strategic partners, and legal counselors to our clients. The firm's 400+ attorneys serve clients through our ten locations around the world: Minneapolis, Saint Paul, and Mankato, MN; Bismarck and Fargo, ND; Ames and Des Moines, IA; Madison, WI; Saltillo, Mexico; and Shanghai, China. Visit www.fredlaw.com for more information. Fredrikson is an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply. Fredrikson does not discriminate in its recruiting, hiring or employment practices on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, age, sex, pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions, national origin, ancestry, marital status, familial status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, military or veteran status, genetic information, status with regard to public assistance, and any other characteristics protected by applicable local, state, and/or federal laws. | |