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Conflict of Interest Checker

Screen new matters against existing clients for potential conflicts of interest. Basic name-matching analysis.

How It Works

  1. 1

    Enter New Matter Parties

    Add the names and roles (client, opposing, witness) of parties in your new matter.

  2. 2

    Add Existing Client Database

    Enter your existing clients and their roles for cross-referencing.

  3. 3

    Run Conflict Check

    Review flagged direct conflicts and potential name matches that require further investigation.

Frequently Asked Questions

What constitutes a conflict of interest for lawyers?
Under ABA Model Rule 1.7, a conflict exists when representing one client is directly adverse to another, or when there's a significant risk that representation will be materially limited by the lawyer's responsibilities to another client.
How often should I run conflict checks?
Run a conflict check before accepting any new matter, when new parties are added to existing matters, and periodically for ongoing representations. Many jurisdictions require this as an ethical obligation.
Can conflicts be waived?
Some conflicts can be waived with informed written consent from all affected clients (Rule 1.7(b)). However, some conflicts are non-waivable, such as when representation involves asserting a claim by one client against another in the same proceeding.
Is this conflict of interest checker free?
Yes. This conflict check tool for law firms is 100 percent free with no signup. It performs basic name-matching and role analysis to flag potential conflicts before you accept a new matter.
What is the difference between a direct and a positional conflict?
A direct conflict means you would represent parties whose interests are directly adverse in the same matter. A positional conflict means taking a legal position for one client that could harm a different client in an unrelated matter. Both require disclosure and often informed written consent.
How does HAQQ eFirm automate conflict screening?
HAQQ eFirm runs an automatic conflict check on every new matter against your full client database, including related entities, corporate affiliates, opposing parties, and historical matters. Hits are scored by relevance and routed to the partner-in-charge for review.

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