Party screening
Search parties against the firm's records and distinguish Clear, Potential and Flagged results.
Conflict Checks
A name match needs investigation, not a reflex decision. Keep screening inputs, findings and the review outcome together before the firm accepts new work.
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Screening history
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Restricted findings
Recognise a finding involving a restricted matter without exposing its protected matter details to an unauthorised reader.
Decisions with supporting evidence
Review flagged findings and preserve recorded waiver justification, partner information and supporting notes where a waiver is appropriate.
In daily practice
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Identify the parties
Enter the client and other relevant names from the prospective instruction.
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Investigate the findings
Review potential matches and obtain authorised review for restricted or uncertain results.
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Record the decision
Preserve the outcome and any supporting conditions or waiver evidence before progressing the engagement.
Before you begin
No. Screening supports the firm's review using available records. Lawyers remain responsible for assessing professional obligations and the particular instruction.
An unavailable screen is not a clearance. The workflow distinguishes a failed check from Clear, Potential and Flagged results.
Keep the context