Justin Flowers is a Principal in the Asia office, where he leads partner, associate, and in-house attorney placements while cultivating long-term client relationships with premier law firms, investment funds, and multinational corporations worldwide. His work is defined by a commitment to excellence and a deep understanding of the global legal market, enabling him to connect outstanding talent with organizations at the forefront of their industries.
Justin’s career reflects a rare blend of legal expertise and entrepreneurial leadership. Before transitioning into legal recruiting, Justin practiced law as a litigator in New York City, an experience that sharpened his analytical skills and gave him firsthand insight into the demands of high-stakes practice. He earned his J.D. from NYU School of Law and graduated cum laude from the University of Oklahoma, where he was a member of the Honors College.
A recognized thought leader, Justin is frequently invited to speak at leading institutions and professional organizations. His lectures have reached audiences at Yale, Harvard, NYU, Columbia, Nanjing, and Tsinghua Universities, as well as forums hosted by the Chinese Business Lawyers Association in New York and Shanghai. He has also contributed to the American Chamber of Commerce in Shanghai through its Legal Committee, In-House Legal Committee, and Young Professionals Forum.
In his role at Lateral Link, Justin has served on the Executive Committee, Management Committee, and Compensation Committee, in addition to his recruitment efforts. He has collaborated with company leadership to expand the company’s highly successful U.S. practice model into international markets, while cultivating long-term relationships with clients across Asia, the UK, and beyond.
Today, Justin continues to build bridges between exceptional legal professionals and world-class organizations, combining strategic vision and global perspective. His career reflects not only a passion for the law but also for empowering talent and strengthening the connection between the global legal and business communities.
