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October 16, 2025While driving in Dallas this week, I noticed a billboard that read: Big Tex is waiting. It’s the annual reminder that the State Fair of Texas is here (Sep. 26-Oct. 19)—an icon of fall in our city.
In attorney recruiting, though, “big” often means something else: Big Law. For many attorneys, that can mean long hours, endless billing requirements, and limited flexibility.
However, there are exceptional opportunities in Texas right now in firms beyond Big Law. Three of my priority searches are with firms comprised of former Big Law attorneys where you can still do sophisticated, high-level work. They include:
- Regional Law Firm in Dallas | Senior Commercial Litigator
- 1800 billable hours
- Complex, high-stakes litigation across Texas and beyond, with the backing of a respected regional platform and hybrid work flexibility
- Top Estate Planning Practice in Texas | High Net Worth Clients
- Sophisticated planning work for ultra-high net worth individuals and families
- Collegial, boutique setting built by attorneys who left Big Law to craft a practice they love
- Family Law Firm | Fort Worth
- 1200 billable hours
- High-end family law matters, supported by a team of former Big Law attorneys who value client service and quality of life
Big Tex is waiting at Fair Park, but your next career move may be waiting at a firm beyond Big Law.
If you’re ready to explore alternatives to Big Law, let’s connect. Thrive Legal Search is currently working on these priority searches (and more), and we’d love to talk with you about how your skills can fit. Contact us at hello@thrivelegalsearch.com to learn more.
