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

Jago Verna

Partner | Law Firms

London, UK

Sean Murphy

Associate Director | Law Firms

Australia

Julian Stone

Partner

Ireland, London, UK, US

Aaron Mathieson

Director | Law Firms

Australia

Samantha Fong

Partner | Head of Hong Kong and North Asia

China, Hong Kong

Alex Wiseman

Partner | Head of Asia Pacific

China, Hong Kong, Singapore

Ailish Hogan

Director | Law Firms

London, UK

Philippa Anderson

Partner | Risk and Compliance

London, UK

Sandra Pavlou

Director | Law Firms

London, UK

Huang Kai 黄恺

Senior Consultant | Law Firms | China

China, Singapore

Miya Toh 杜心慧

Associate Director | Head of Risk and Compliance

Singapore

Sam Mears

Manager | Law Firms

London, UK

Jonathan Pryke

Director | Head of Private Practice

UAE

Shane Morton

Partner | Head of Middle East, Africa and Turkey

UAE

Holly Lau

Associate Director | Law Firms

Hong Kong

Mark Woodhouse

Manager | Head of Private Practice

Singapore

Hayden Gordine

Partner | Head of Australia

Australia

Brad Booth

Director | Law Firms

Australia

Victoria King

Associate Director | In-house Legal

UAE

Sophie de Blauwe

Director | Law Firms

London, UK

Joanna Zhao

Director | Head of Law Firms | China

China, Singapore

Aylin Berenti

Associate Director | Law Firms

London, UK
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Kabir Kohli

Senior Consultant | Law Firms

UAE

Victoria Coleman

Associate Director

US

Solveig Heilmann

Senior Consultant | In-house Legal

Germany

Richard Schontag

Director | Law Firms

Australia

Hamish Richmond

Manager | Head of Ireland

Ireland

James Brewster

Director | Head of Birmingham | Law Firms

Birmingham, UK

Charlotte Pember

Director | Law Firms

London, UK

Alexandra Starke

Associate Director | Law Firms

Australia

Bhavisha Duggal

Associate Director | Law Firms

Birmingham, UK

Samantha Jones

Associate Director | Law Firms

Australia

Gabrielle van den Berg

Senior Recruiter

US

Giulia Natale

Senior Consultant | Law Firms

Italy

Brogan McDougall

Associate Director | Risk and Compliance

London, UK

Resources

  • 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 […]
  • Moving jobs

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, […]
  • Market Insight

Australian legal industry Partner movements report | FY23 Q2

  • Posted February 2, 2023
Partner Perspectives – FY 23 Q2 Taylor Root is pleased to present our insights into the latest partner moves across Australia for the second quarter of the 2023 financial year, October 2022 to December 2022, via our interactive web-based format, Taylor Root Partner Perspectives. The below analysis covers most of the lateral partner and team […]
  • Moving jobs

Find your dream role down under – legal market update.

  • Posted January 4, 2023
As we close out 2022, the global economic outlook continues to look a little gloomy. Despite increased expense and inflation pressure, a recession here in Australia is predicted to be softer than what will be experienced in other national economies. The Australian legal industry has shown itself to be quite resilient in the face of […]
  • Market Insight

Australian legal industry Partner movements update | FY23 Q1

  • Posted November 28, 2022
Partner Perspectives Series – FY23 Q1 Taylor Root is pleased to present our insights into the latest Partner moves across Australia for the first quarter of the 2023 financial year, July 2022 to September 2022, via our interactive web-based format, Taylor Root Partner Perspectives. The below analysis covers most of the movements in the market of […]
  • Moving jobs

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  • Posted October 7, 2022
If you’re a qualified lawyer and want to relocate to a sun, surf, and sand lifestyle, then there is no better time to experience living and working in Australia. The golden country continues to go from strength to strength and is predicted to avoid the global recession the world is now facing. Our Australian law […]