Law Firm Associate Recruiting
Setting the Foundation for a Fulfilling Legal Career.
Your legal career has just begun, and there are many paths and opportunities ahead. You need the guidance of a career counselor who listens, understands and sees your potential—and will point you toward possibilities that align with your goals.
Major, Lindsey & Africa’s Associate Practice Group recruiters support the legal career journeys of law firm associates, helping them find career fulfillment at the right law firm in the right market and make decisions that will equip them for the future—and whatever direction their career takes. Our deep relationships with law firm recruiting professionals and our local market expertise, as well as our global reach, give us insights and access to roles that allow us to make long-term matches that bring success to both you, the associate, and your employer, the law firm.
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Associate Regional Practice TrendsAssociate Regional Practice TrendsMLA Placement Data indicates there has been growth in associate base salaries across several U.S. markets. And the trend is projected to continue in these markets in 2025, with key sectors driving growth across the country.
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How 1Ls Can Plan For Sped-Up Summer Associate HiringHow 1Ls Can Plan For Sped-Up Summer Associate HiringThe summer associate hiring timeline is changing fast — and it’s not waiting for you to catch up. Kate Reder Sheikh’s latest piece in Law360 Pulse breaks down how elite firms and law schools are accelerating the OCI process, with prerecruitment starting as early as March of 1L year. That means students are making career-defining decisions before they’ve even finished their first year. The article offers practical advice for navigating this compressed timeline — from prepping early and networking with upperclassmen to asking the right questions and researching firm culture. Whether you're a current 1L, a prelaw student, or someone mentoring future lawyers, this is a must-read.
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How 1Ls Can Plan For Sped-Up Summer Associate HiringHow 1Ls Can Plan For Sped-Up Summer Associate HiringThe summer associate hiring timeline is changing fast — and it’s not waiting for you to catch up. Kate Reder Sheikh’s latest piece in Law360 Pulse breaks down how elite firms and law schools are accelerating the OCI process, with prerecruitment starting as early as March of 1L year. That means students are making career-defining decisions before they’ve even finished their first year. The article offers practical advice for navigating this compressed timeline — from prepping early and networking with upperclassmen to asking the right questions and researching firm culture. Whether you're a current 1L, a prelaw student, or someone mentoring future lawyers, this is a must-read.
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Why Gen Z, Millennial Lawyers Are Leaving Big Law for Small FirmsWhy Gen Z, Millennial Lawyers Are Leaving Big Law for Small FirmsKate Reder Sheikh shares why smaller firms appeal to millennial and Gen Z attorneys practicing in Big Law.
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The Critical Role of Integration in Lateral Hiring SuccessThe Critical Role of Integration in Lateral Hiring SuccessIntegration isn’t just a welcome gesture—it’s the foundation of lateral hiring success. In her latest article for Reuters Westlaw, Tina Cohen Nicol explores why thoughtful, personalized integration plans are essential for long-term retention and satisfaction. From onboarding to cultural connection, she outlines best practices that benefit both firms and new hires. A must-read for anyone involved in legal talent strategy.
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