Law firms

We have been a market leader in law firm recruitment for more than three decades, connecting global firms and niche practices with the highest quality legal talent. 

Explore recruitment in Law firms


The world’s leading law firm recruiter 

Having formed an enviable network of partners and law firm leaders, we are one of the world’s leading legal recruiters for law firms – working with elite UK and US practices as well as boutique and regional firms. 

We are trusted by partners to expand their law firms, and by associates and partners at all levels to develop their careers.  

Having pioneered legal recruitment around the world since 1989, we have built deep knowledge of the legal sector and evolved to meet its changing demands. Our consultants have spent decades working with law firms on the highest profile hires in the industry, establishing us as the definitive market leader.  

benefits

By choosing to work with us, you will benefit from:

Genuine global reach

Through 13 global offices we have completed projects in more than 55 locations. Through our extensive network we can consistently deliver in your search for talent 

An unrivalled track record

We have successfully placed thousands of lawyers into law firms globally. We are a recruitment partner you can trust

Market longevity

We launched the first legal recruitment consultancies in numerous global locations. We offer local market knowledge on a global scale

Focused expertise

We are a legal specialist search and recruitment consultancy, dedicated to the legal profession. We speak your language and understand your markets

Tailored services

We tailor our services to suit your needs and goals. Typically, they include contingent and retained search, permanent, temporary and interim recruitment as well as consultancy solutions

Discretion and integrity

We know the importance of confidentiality, and offer you the same level of service and support that you provide to your clients


Meet the team

Resources

  • Career Advice

The power of mentorship: A Crafty Counsel podcast

  • Posted January 5, 2024
In our latest podcast collaboration with Crafty Counsel, we met with Shika Soni who took us through her international legal career and spoke really passionately about her work as a mentor to not only those connected with law but also a wide variety of other aspiring students and professionals. Shika shares some inspiring words about […]
  • CV and interview tips

The essential interview guide for Associate Lawyers interviewing in law firms

  • Posted October 31, 2023
If you’re about to interview for that law firm job, be ready for these hard-hitting law firm interview questions! Job interview prep isn’t fun, but preparation is everything. Law firm partners and attorneys who conduct your interview will ask you questions to better understand your personality, learn about your knowledge of the specific legal field, […]
  • Career Advice

Navigating the transition – finding the perfect moment for private practice lawyers to dive into the in-house world

  • Posted July 18, 2023
Transitioning from private practice to the captivating realm of in-house lawyering is a well-trodden path for legal professionals. Among the myriad questions pondered by lawyers considering this transition, one question resonates the loudest – when is the most opportune moment to embark on this transformative journey? It is often said in the legal market that […]
  • Market Insight

What impact is AI having on law firms?

  • Posted July 3, 2023
Artificial intelligence (AI) is rapidly changing the legal landscape, and its impact on law firms is no exception. AI is already being used in a variety of ways to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of legal services, and its usage  is only going to grow in the years to come. One of the most significant […]
  • Market update

Private practice newly qualified guide

  • Posted June 2, 2023
At Taylor Root, we believe that what you decide to do upon graduation is the single most important career decision you will ever make – and we’ve created our Private practice newly qualified guide with you in mind. This brochure is designed to support and guide you in this decision-making process. We are a market-leading […]
  • Finding Talent

Partner interview with Andrew Herring

  • Posted April 24, 2023
Pinsent Masons is one of the powerhouses of the Midlands, an international law firm with its roots in the regions. The firm has many long established and successful partners within its ranks who have spent their careers building the firm’s reputation and client base. James Brewster recently sat down with head of Pinsent Mason’s Birmingham […]
  • Market Insight

How to move from in-house legal to a law firm

  • Posted April 6, 2023
The UK legal landscape, molded by societal and technological innovations, is dynamic, ever-changing and unpredictable. It’s no surprise that many lawyers find themselves wanting to switch things up; whether it’s to explore new opportunities or take on new challenges. The traditional route of this exploration for many years meant moving from private practice to an […]
  • Market Insight

Q1 Italian legal recruitment market update: March 2023

  • Posted March 16, 2023
The first part of the year has seen the global economy remain rocky due to rising interest rates, inflation, and the persistent threat of a recession. As a result, many major corporations continue to announce redundancies and hiring freezes. Despite this, there are sectors actively hiring, prolonging hiring challenges with continued competition and continuing the […]
  • DEI

Rachel McKenzie – The corporate athlete #IWD2023

  • Posted March 2, 2023
Rachel McKenzie is a third year associate at Sidley Austin LLP in New York City. In 2020, she graduated from Harvard Law School with an LL.M., having previously worked as a prosecutor in Scotland. Before she started her career as a lawyer, she became a ski instructor; a time in her life when she was […]
  • CV and interview tips

Preparing for your Associate Lawyer interview

  • Posted February 20, 2023
Great news. They want to interview you! Preparing for your first associate lawyer interview can be nerve-wracking, but with the right preparation, you can increase your chances of success. Whether you are interviewing in person or via videoconference, here are four tried and true interview tips to help increase your chances of being offered the […]
  • Australia

The 30 under 30 Legal Awards – Stand out from the crowd

  • Posted February 15, 2023
If you’re a lawyer under 30 years old working at a top law firm, you’ve likely spent the last few years honing your skills and becoming a top-notch lawyer. You excelled in law school, secured a coveted summer clerkship, and are now billing thousands of hours each year. You’ve probably set your sights on advancing […]
  • International relocation

Make the move to Australia – legal market update

  • Posted February 14, 2023
As we start 2023, a new level of positive optimism has emerged. As we move towards the end of summer in Australia, a level of positive optimism about the economy has returned in Australia. Despite inflationary challenges, the majority of leaders are confident in their own companies. A recent JPMorgan business leaders survey showed that, […]