ASSOCIATE AND COUNSEL
ROLES IN LAW FIRMS

Our primary focus is placing associate and counsel-level attorneys in law firms of all sizes, with over 60% of our placements falling into this category. Examples of recent law firm attorney placements include:

  • Bankruptcy Associate – AmLaw 100 Firm (Texas)
  • Private Wealth/T&E Counsel – NLJ 200 Firm (Florida)
  • Litigation Associate – 30 attorney firm (Texas)
  • Employment Associate – AmLaw 50 Firm (New York)
  • Public Finance Associate – Boutique Firm of 6 attorneys (Texas)
  • Real Estate Counsel – Boutique Firm of 5 attorneys (Texas)
  • Real Estate Associate – Regional Firm of 50 attorneys (DC)
  • T&E Associate – Boutique Firm of 7 attorneys (Texas)
  • T&E Counsel – AmLaw 150 Firm (Texas)
  • Real Estate Associate – AmLaw 60 Firm (Texas)
  • Litigation Associate – Regional Firm of 75 attorneys (Texas)
  • Funds Associate – AmLaw 50 Firm (New York)

ALTERNATIVE LEGAL ROLES IN LAW FIRMS

While most of our work involves traditional attorney placements, about 30% of our placements are in non-traditional law firm roles—a niche we are passionate about because we recognize the versatility of a law degree beyond traditional practice.

The category of non-traditional roles are often described as: non-traditional, alternative, off-track, JD-adjacent, JD-preferred, or JD-advantage. What they have in common is that they typically prefer—or require—a JD, but don’t follow the associate-to-partner track.

In recent years, we’ve seen a sharp rise in law firm roles focused on innovation, attorney development, and legal operations. These positions offer a compelling alternative for attorneys who want to stay in the legal industry—but outside the traditional path.

Examples of recent placements include:

  • Professional Development Manager – AmLaw 20 Firm (Northeast)
  • Strategic Growth Leader – AmLaw 20 Firm (Northeast)
  • M&A Innovation Attorney – AmLaw 10 Firm (Northeast)
  • M&A Knowledge Management Attorney – AmLaw 20 Firm (Northeast)
  • Emerging Companies Innovation Attorney – AmLaw 20 Firm (West Coast)
  • Discovery Counsel – AmLaw 20 Firm (West Coast)
  • L&E Knowledge Management Attorney – AmLaw 20 Firm (Northeast)
  • Attorney Development Manager – AmLaw 20 Firm (Northeast)

Curious about what these roles actually involve?

Watch our Beyond the Billable video series for insights into roles like the Innovation Attorney and Attorney Development Manager—including compensation, hours, responsibilities, and what firms are really looking for when hiring for these non-traditional roles.

BEYOND THE BILLABLE: NEW PATHS IN LAW

Innovation Attorney

Attorney Development Manager

IN-HOUSE COUNSEL ROLES IN CORPORATIONS

Our in-house counsel search business focuses on a select group of corporate clients. Over the years, we’ve successfully placed multiple attorneys with these companies, and we value our exclusive or limited recruitment partnerships with them. This close relationship allows us to deeply understand their teams, business needs, and hiring preferences, ensuring a tailored and effective search process. Sample placements in this category include:

  • Estate Planning Strategist – Corporation (Texas)
  • Healthcare M&A Counsel – Corporation (Remote)
  • AGC – Financial Services Company (Remote)