
Attorney Lateral Partner
Practice Area: Any
Location: Multiple Offices (any of their over 45 offices across over 30 states)
Salary: Commensurate with book
Timeline: Immediate for the right attorney, quick decisions with answers for interviews
About the Firm:
This job advertisement is on behalf of our client, a distinguished national law firm with a history spanning over four decades. Founded in the late 1970s, the firm has achieved remarkable and consistent growth, particularly since 2005. Today, it stands as one of the largest and most well-regarded minority-women-owned law firms in the United States, with a significant presence in 47 offices nationwide. The firm is on a strategic trajectory to ascend into the Amlaw league within the next ten years. They are actively seeking to bring in high-performing lateral partners who can not only bring a book of business, but can thrive and be mentored in a collaborative atmosphere to elevate their practice to the next level. This approach is built on a philosophy of providing personalized, high-touch service while cultivating an inclusive environment where success is mutually celebrated.
Job Description:
The firm is looking for experienced attorneys with a demonstrated ability to generate and maintain a book of business. This role requires an individual who is a true self-starter and can expertly manage their own caseload while contributing to the firm’s collective success. The ideal candidate will be expected to counsel and advise clients on complex legal matters within their specialty. This is a chance to leverage a robust national platform to significantly expand your practice and collaborate with a diverse group of attorneys across a wide range of jurisdictions and practice areas. The firm’s leadership is committed to providing unparalleled support and resources to ensure that new partners can grow their practice on their own terms, all while receiving compensation that is above market rate for their production.
Qualifications:
- Juris Doctor from an ABA-accredited law school.
- Active license to practice law in at least one U.S. state.
- Demonstrated portable book of business with at least $500,000 in collections over the past 12 months.
Preferred Skills:
- Experience in business development and client origination.
- A history of working on complex, high-stakes matters.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- A proven track record of successfully managing cases, transactions, or projects from inception to completion.
This is a job advertisement on behalf of our client and does not reflect the full job description for the role. Any qualified candidates are encouraged to apply. You will need to provide law school transcripts, a writing sample or deal sheets, and a cover letter in order to be considered for this role. This posting does not constitute an offer of employment and the listed compensation details may vary by state or experience and will be discussed thoroughly during the interview phase.