The lateral hiring market is always in motion—and law firm leaders are frequently under pressure to act. But before you make your next big lateral hire, pause. You have a lot more to lose than you think. The firms that are...more
5/28/2025
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Over the past few months, a wave of government attorneys has flooded the lateral market, creating a rare hiring opportunity for law firms looking to bolster their regulatory, litigation, and compliance capabilities. Many...more
After 20 years in partner recruiting, I have learned from hundreds of recruiters and thousands of candidates what motivates partners to change firms. And it might surprise you to learn that money is usually far down – or...more