Our legal recruiters directory lists 360+ US attorney recruiters and legal search firms, with every US office, so you can search by city, state or firm name. Each listing is checked against the firm’s own website. Many of these recruiters place lawyers in-house, from corporate counsel to general counsel; pair your search with our in-house counsel jobs and general counsel jobs.
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Astor Professional Search is a Chicago legal recruiting firm whose recruiters are former attorneys. It places law firm partners and associates with boutique, midsize and large law firms nationwide and works with corporate law departments to find in-house attorneys.
In their words: “Based in Chicago, we provide highly personalized service to lawyers from coast to coast.”
Source: Astor Professional Search Website
At a glance
- Based in: Chicago, IL
- Experience: placing lawyers since 2003, according to the firm
- Team: former attorneys, according to the firm
- Coverage: local, regional and national
Legal roles recruited
- Law firm partners
- Law firm associates
- In-house attorneys for corporate law departments
Who they recruit for
Boutique, midsize and large law firms and corporations in a wide range of industries.
Works with both in-house legal departments and law firms. Browse current Chicago legal jobs, Illinois legal jobs, Chicago general counsel jobs and in-house counsel jobs.
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Atticus Recruiting is a Chicago legal recruiting firm. It places attorneys, including partners and associates, with law firms and recruits in-house counsel for public and private companies and not-for-profits in Chicago and the Midwest.
In their words: “Atticus Recruiting creates lasting placements by matching exceptional attorneys with extraordinary opportunities in an expeditious and confidential manner.”
Source: Atticus Recruiting Website
At a glance
- Based in: Chicago, IL
- Markets: Chicago and the Midwest
- Search types: contingency-based recruiting, according to the firm
Legal roles recruited
- Law firm partners and associates
- In-house counsel
- Attorneys relocating to Chicago
Who they recruit for
Law firms, public and private companies, and not-for-profits in Chicago and the Midwest.
Works with both in-house legal departments and law firms. Browse current Chicago legal jobs, Chicago general counsel jobs and in-house counsel jobs.
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Attorney Placements International (API) is a New York legal search and strategic advisory firm founded in 2004, based at One World Trade Center. It advises law firms, corporations and legal leaders on partner moves, practice group transitions, law firm combinations and corporate legal leadership hires.
In their words: “Strategic advisory for law firms, corporations and legal leaders on partner moves, practice group transitions, combinations and legal leadership. New York, since 2004.”
Source: Attorney Placements Website
At a glance
- Based in: New York, NY, with nine offices worldwide according to the firm
- Founded: 2004
- Track record: the firm says it has made over 10,000 placements
- Search types: partner and practice group moves, law firm mergers, corporate legal leadership and associate careers
Legal roles recruited
- Law firm partners and practice groups
- Corporate legal leaders (general counsel and senior in-house roles)
- Associates
Who they recruit for
Law firms and corporations in the US and abroad.
Works with both in-house legal departments and law firms. Browse current New York legal jobs, general counsel jobs and in-house counsel jobs.
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Audrey Golden Associates Ltd. is a New York legal recruiting firm on Third Avenue. It is best known for placing partners, counsel and associates with AmLaw 100 firms, and also handles in-house, temporary and law firm merger work.
In their words: “A leading recruiter for AmLaw 100 firms and trusted advisors to countless partners and associates, we have facilitated placements in every major legal market around the world, with firms ranging from ten-attorney boutiques to mega-firms that boast thousands of attorneys.”
Source: Audrey Golden Associates Website
At a glance
- Based in: New York, NY
- History: over 50 years in legal recruiting, according to the firm
- Markets: the firm says it has made placements in every major legal market worldwide
- Search types: partner, counsel and associate placement, in-house roles, temporary attorneys and law firm mergers
Legal roles recruited
- Law firm partners, counsel and associates
- In-house counsel
- Temporary attorneys
Who they recruit for
Law firms from boutiques to the largest international firms, and companies hiring in-house.
Works with both in-house legal departments and law firms. Browse current New York legal jobs, New York general counsel jobs and in-house counsel jobs.
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Aurora Search Partners is a legal recruiting firm whose recruiters have placed attorneys with AmLaw 100, mid-size and boutique law firms and in-house at Fortune 500 companies and other employers across the country.
In their words: “Our team of legal recruiters is committed to matching the best candidates with the right opportunities, ensuring success for both parties.”
Source: Aurora Search Partners Website
At a glance
- Experience: over 50 years of combined experience, according to the firm
- Coverage: nationwide
Legal roles recruited
- Law firm attorneys
- In-house attorneys
Who they recruit for
AmLaw 100, mid-size and boutique law firms and in-house legal departments, including at Fortune 500 companies.
Works with both in-house legal departments and law firms. Browse current in-house counsel jobs and general counsel jobs.
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Avalon is a legal services company offering eDiscovery, digital forensics, managed review and legal staffing. Its direct hire practice places candidates at all levels, from senior and executive roles to junior and support staff, with law firms and in-house legal departments across the U.S.
In their words: “Top-tier recruiting for companies and law firms of all sizes.”
Source: Avalon Website
At a glance
- Experience: more than 40 years in legal staffing and recruiting, according to the firm
- Recruiters: the firm says its placement directors are all licensed attorneys
- Search types: direct hire placement, plus staff augmentation and contract management
- Coverage: nationwide
Legal roles recruited
- General counsel, deputy GC and associate GC
- Chief compliance officer
- Law firm partners, associates and staff attorneys
- eDiscovery attorneys
- Legal operations, contract and compliance managers
- Paralegals, legal secretaries and law firm administrative staff
Who they recruit for
Am Law 100-200 and regional law firms, and in-house legal departments at Fortune 100-1000 companies, hedge funds and private equity firms, according to the firm.
Works with both in-house legal departments and law firms. Browse current New York legal jobs, general counsel jobs and in-house counsel jobs.
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Avalon Legal Search is a national legal recruiting firm headquartered in Houston, founded by former practicing lawyers. It places partners, partner groups and associates with leading law firms nationwide, facilitates practice group acquisitions, mergers and market expansions, and places in-house counsel with companies from Fortune 500 corporations to emerging businesses.
In their words: “Avalon Legal Search is a national legal recruiting firm headquartered in Houston, Texas.”
Source: Avalon Legal Search Website
At a glance
- Based in: Houston, TX
- Coverage: nationwide
- Team: former practicing lawyers, according to the firm
Legal roles recruited
- Law firm partners and partner groups
- Associates
- In-house counsel
- Law firm mergers and group acquisitions
Who they recruit for
Leading law firms across the country, and companies from Fortune 500 corporations to emerging businesses.
Works with both in-house legal departments and law firms. Browse current Houston legal jobs, Texas legal jobs, Houston general counsel jobs and in-house counsel jobs.
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Avata Partners is a legal staffing firm that places attorneys, paralegals, legal assistants, legal secretaries and other legal support staff with law firms and corporations across the U.S. It offers direct-hire, contract and interim legal placements.
In their words: “Our career-advancing approach is backed by over 25 years of talent acquisition and business solution services.”
Source: Avata Partners Website
At a glance
- Coverage: nationwide
- Experience: 15+ years in the legal industry and 25+ years in staffing, according to the firm
- Search types: direct hire, contract and interim
Legal roles recruited
- Attorneys
- Contract and interim legal professionals
- Paralegals and legal assistants
- Legal secretaries and case coordinators
Who they recruit for
Law firms and large corporations nationwide.
Works with both corporations and law firms. Browse current in-house counsel jobs and general counsel jobs.
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Back Bay Staffing Group is a Boston staffing agency with more than 25 years of experience placing candidates across many industries. Its legal specialty group provides direct-hire, executive search, temporary and contract-to-hire legal professionals to law firms, corporations and other organizations, and it also supports government and event staffing.
In their words: “Our employment agency specializes in the recruitment and placement of legal professionals whose expertise is unmatched in the field.”
Source: Back Bay Staffing Group Website
At a glance
- Based in: Boston, MA
- Experience: 25+ years, according to the firm
- Scope: multi-industry staffing; legal is one specialty group
- Search types: direct hire, executive search, temporary and contract-to-hire
Legal roles recruited
- Attorneys
- Compliance officers
- Paralegals and legal support staff
- Court reporting and transcription staff
Who they recruit for
Law firms, corporations, healthcare institutions, growth companies, government agencies and Fortune 500 businesses.
Works with both in-house legal departments and law firms. Browse current Boston legal jobs, Massachusetts legal jobs, compliance counsel jobs and in-house counsel jobs.
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Bacon Legal Recruiting is a legal recruiting firm founded and led by attorneys that places attorneys with law firms and corporations throughout Ohio and the Midwest, with a focus on permanent placements and long-term fit.
In their words: “At Bacon Legal Recruiting, we are laser focused on presenting firms with high quality talent and helping candidates find a work environment with great culture where they can excel.”
Source: Bacon Legal Recruiting Website
At a glance
- Market: Ohio and the Midwest
- Team: attorneys and legal industry experts, according to the firm
- Search type: permanent placement
Legal roles recruited
- Law firm attorneys
- In-house attorneys
Who they recruit for
Law firms and corporations in Ohio and the Midwest.
Works with both in-house legal departments and law firms. Browse current Ohio legal jobs and in-house counsel jobs.
