Above The Law Reveal Insights into BigLaw Satisfaction and Desirability
In a comprehensive survey conducted by Above the Law in partnership with Lateral Link, over 700 attorneys shared their thoughts on career satisfaction and law firm desirability. The survey offers a unique glimpse into the mindset of legal professionals in today’s competitive market. Key Highlights: A Glimpse at the Most Desirable Firms The survey identified […]
Cadence Counsel, Lateral Link’s In-House Staffing Arm, Appoints Nish Hossain as CEO
Cadence Counsel, the WBE in-house legal staffing subsidiary of Lateral Link, is pleased to announce the appointment of Nish Hossain as Chief Executive Officer.
Why Discretion Matters: The Benefits of Exclusively Partnering with One Legal Recruiter in Your Job Search
In the fast-paced legal industry, making a strategic career move requires more than just identifying the right opportunity—it requires discretion, precision, and trust. Discretion matters, and the benefits of exclusively partnering with a trusted recruiter can provide unique advantages. Whether you’re considering a lateral move or exploring new horizons, the way you conduct your job […]
What Legal Professionals Value Most When Considering a Lateral Move
The legal profession is one where every decision can have a significant impact on your career trajectory. Whether you’re contemplating a lateral move or simply exploring your options, understanding what your peers prioritize can provide valuable insights. We recently conducted a survey to capture these priorities, and the results reveal critical factors that could influence […]
The Importance of Cultural Fit in Legal Recruitment
In the competitive world of legal recruitment, finding the right talent goes beyond assessing technical skills and qualifications. A crucial yet often overlooked factor is cultural fit. At Lateral Link, we understand that aligning candidates with the values, mission, and dynamics of a law firm can significantly impact both recruitment success and long-term retention. What […]
Navigating Partner Transitions: The Impact of Mandatory Retirement in Law Firms
In the Am Law 200, approximately 16.7% of the nearly 59,000 partners are nearing or have surpassed the typical mandatory retirement age of 65, which poses challenges for these firms as they navigate the transition of experienced leaders to a new generation. With an average of about 34 chairs, executive members, and senior partners whose […]
Meet the CTO of haistack.ai and creator of Haistack.ai: A Q&A with Michael Heise
Am Law 200 firms will soon have access to an innovative new AI-powered recruiting tool called Haistack.ai. Michael Heise has led development of the product, in partnership with Lateral Link. Ahead of the official launch on September 18, Lateral Link sat down with Mike to talk about the path that led him to develop Haistack.ai. […]
Navigating Attorney Lateral Moves: Key Trends Shaping Today’s Legal Landscape
The legal landscape is continuously evolving, and Lateral Link’s extensive research into the trends and shifts in the United States’ legal market offers valuable insights. As we explore these findings, we’ll discuss the implications for both law firms and individual attorneys while highlighting specific firms that have been active in the lateral market. Talent Wars: […]
2023 Am Law 100 Rankings: A Comprehensive Breakdown
For top Biglaw firms, 2021 was an incredible year: gross revenue rose nearly 15%, while profits per equity partner grew almost 20%. Those growth rates were obviously unsustainable, so there is no great surprise that the financial metrics reported in the just-released 2023 edition of the Am Law 100 indicate a return to earth. 2022 […]
Female Representation in Biglaw Partnerships — A Long Way to Go
Disproportionate attrition of female attorneys in Biglaw is hardly a new problem. As a 2019 ABA and ALM report on the issue noted, “entering associate classes have been comprised of approximately 45% women for several decades.” Indeed, at 5 of the top 20 Am Law firms (by gross revenue), female lawyers now constitute a majority […]