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Who is Herrick? 

Herrick is a prominent New York City-based law firm providing a full range of legal services.  As a powerhouse mid-size firm, we regularly advise many of the country's most preeminent legal matters, but our size allows us to maintain an enduring culture of collaboration. Our lawyers and staff enjoy their work and grow by working with each other - a fact that resonates with the results we achieve for our clients.  

Position Summary:

The Information Governance Assistant provides administrative and operational support to the Conflicts and Information Governance Department. This role assists with information governance processes, matter maintenance, and records related tasks. The position is ideal for an entry-level professional seeking experience in law firm risk management, compliance, and data governance.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Assist with maintaining accurate tracking and documentation of ethical walls, access requests, and information barriers.
• Support third-party risk management and due diligence platform by assisting with new vendor workflow, circulating security assessments, and ensuring vendor documentation is up to date.
• Assist with outside counsel guideline submissions and tracking.
• Support records management processes by organizing, scanning, filing, and indexing physical and electronic records.
• Assist with the coordination of data transfers and records requests.
• Support audits and inventory tracking of physical and electronic records to ensure compliance with firm retention policies.
• Maintain logs, trackers, and other departmental spreadsheets.

• Respond to routine internal inquiries regarding the status of requests.
• Utilize a ticketing system to receive, manage, and document requests; respond to requests timely and effectively.
• Assist with special projects and other information governance initiatives as assigned.

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor’s or associate degree required.
• Prior experience in a law firm or in an administrative role preferred.

Required Skills and Abilities:

• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Acute attention to detail.
• Strong organizational and time management skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks in a deadline-driven environment.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise sound judgement regarding sensitive information.
• Ability to follow established procedures and escalate issues appropriately.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Familiarity with document or records management systems (e.g., iManage) preferred.

How To Apply:

Please click here to apply.

The range of base salary* the Firm reasonably expects to pay for this role is $50,000 to $58,000.  The actual base salary offered will be based on a number of factors, including but not limited to the qualifications of the applicant, years of relevant experience, level of education attained, and if applicable, certifications or other professional licenses held. 

*The range listed is just one component of Herrick Feinstein’s total compensation and benefits package for employees, which includes a discretionary bonus; health, dental, vision, life and disability insurance; and a 401(k) plan.

Herrick, Feinstein is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based on sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, race, religion, creed, color, national origin, military/veteran status, disability, pre-disposing genetic characteristics, familial status, marital status, criminal history, status as a victim of domestic violence, or any other applicable characteristics protected by federal, state, or local law or regulation.

The range of base salary* the Firm reasonably expects to pay for this role is $247,000 to $298,500. The actual base salary for this role within the above range will depend upon number of years out of law-school, experience, and other job-related factors permitted by law.

Please click here to submit an application.

*This range does not include other forms of compensation or benefits that may be offered in connection with the job.

Herrick, Feinstein is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based on sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, race, religion, creed, color, national origin, military/veteran status, disability, pre-disposing genetic characteristics, familial status, marital status, criminal history, status as a victim of domestic violence, or any other applicable characteristics protected by federal, state, or local law or regulation.

Responsibilities

• Run and analyze conflict checks for new client matters and lateral candidates using the Firm’s conflicts and intake systems.
• Conduct detailed research on parties, including corporate structures, affiliates, and ownership, to ensure accurate identification of potential conflicts.
• Identify, assess, and resolve conflicts of interest, applying sound judgment and a practical, solutions-oriented approach.
• Serve as a trusted advisor to partners and internal stakeholders, balancing legal risk with business considerations.
• Manage the lateral, legal recruitment conflicts clearance process from initial submission through onboarding.
• Communicate directly with candidates regarding the conflicts process and expectations.
• Draft, review, and coordinate conflict waivers, engagement terms, and related documentation.
• Review outside counsel guidelines and advise on compliance with client requirements.
• Implement and maintain ethical screens to protect confidential information.
• Support attorney arrivals/departures and transitions (client/matter portability, ethical obligations, and records handoff).
• Partner with the General Counsel on developing and refining conflicts policies, procedures, training programs, and best practices.
• Assist in mentoring and training junior team members, as appropriate.
• Support the team's wider risk management initiatives around new business intake, outside counsel guideline compliance, client risk assessments, vendor management, and records management as needed.

Qualifications

• J.D. from an accredited law school and active New York bar admission in good standing.
• Minimum of 4+ years of experience in a law firm conflicts department or commensurate relevant conflicts experience through practicing in a large or mid-sized firm environment.
• Demonstrated ability to independently run conflicts checks, interpret results, and drive resolution of complex issues.
• Strong understanding of Rules of Professional Conduct across multiple jurisdictions.
• Ability to analyze corporate structures, transactional relationships, and litigation matters.
• Experience drafting conflict waivers and advising on ethical screens.
• Excellent judgment, with the ability to balance risk and business priorities in a practical way.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with confidence working directly with partners and senior stakeholders.
• Highly organized, detail-oriented, and able to manage a high volume of time-sensitive matters.
• Discretion and professionalism in handling confidential information.
• Knowledge and experience working with conflicts and intake systems, document management systems, and related processes in mid-to-large-sized law firms.

This is an EXEMPT position in the New York Office. The range of base salary* the Firm reasonably expects to pay for this role is $130,000-$175,000. The actual base salary for this role within the above range will depend upon the number of years out of law school, experience, and other job-related factors permitted by law.

Please click here to submit an application.

*This range does not include other forms of compensation or benefits that may be offered in connection with the job.

Herrick, Feinstein is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based on sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, race, religion, creed, color, national origin, military/veteran status, disability, pre-disposing genetic characteristics, familial status, marital status, criminal history, status as a victim of domestic violence, or any other applicable characteristics protected by federal, state, or local law or regulation.

The range of base salary* the Firm reasonably expects to pay for this role is $247,000 to $298,500. The actual base salary for this role within the above range will depend upon number of years out of law-school, experience, and other job-related factors permitted by law.

Please click here to submit an application.

*This range does not include other forms of compensation or benefits that may be offered in connection with the job.

Herrick, Feinstein is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based on sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, race, religion, creed, color, national origin, military/veteran status, disability, pre-disposing genetic characteristics, familial status, marital status, criminal history, status as a victim of domestic violence, or any other applicable characteristics protected by federal, state, or local law or regulation

Key Responsibilities:

• Advise co-op and condominium boards on governance issues, fiduciary duties, and compliance with governing documents and applicable laws.
• Draft and negotiate construction, vendor, and professional service contracts.
• Assist with the refinancing of underlying mortgages and lines of credit transactions.
• Review, revise, and amend governing documents including proprietary leases, bylaws, condominium declarations, and house rules.
• Counsel clients on the preparation and conduct of annual and special shareholder/unit owner meetings, including election procedures and proxy matters.
• Conduct annual and special meetings, including oversight of voting and reporting procedures.
• Provide guidance on regulatory and compliance issues, including those related to the Business Corporation Law (BCL) and Condominium Act.
• Assist in the review and negotiation of retail and commercial leases within co-op and condo buildings.
• Handle cooperative and condominium closings and advise on related transactional matters.
• Advise on trust transfers and review associated documentation.
• Work collaboratively with partners and clients to ensure timely and accurate delivery of legal services.

The range of base salary* the Firm reasonably expects to pay for this role is $221,500-$295,000. The actual base salary within the above range will depend on number of years out of law school, experience, and other job-related factors permitted by law.

Please click here to submit an application.

*This range does not include other forms of compensation or benefits that may be offered in connection with the job.

Herrick, Feinstein is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based on sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, race, religion, creed, color, national origin, military/veteran status, disability, pre-disposing genetic characteristics, familial status, marital status, criminal history, status as a victim of domestic violence, or any other applicable characteristics protected by federal, state, or local law or regulation.