Maureen Dry-Wasson Named Managing Director, In-House Counsel Practice Group, MLA

Hanover, MD (July 9, 2025)—Major, Lindsey & Africa (MLA), the world's leading legal search firm, announced today that Maureen Dry-Wasson has transitioned to the role of managing director in its In-House Counsel Practice Group. Based in New York and Miami, Maureen leverages over 25 years of in-house legal experience, 18 of them as General Counsel and Secretary of Major, Lindsey & Africa.  Maureen has a passion for learning and solving complex problems and has led and developed attorneys and privacy professionals on a global scale.

“We are excited that Maureen Dry-Wasson has moved to this new role within Major, Lindsey & Africa,” said Melba Hughes, Partner & Executive Director, In-House Counsel Recruiting and Board Services. “Maureen is committed to partnering with clients to identify top legal and privacy talent who will be trusted advisors in solving each client's distinct challenges.”

Before joining Major, Lindsey & Africa as Managing Director, Maureen served as General Counsel starting in 2008 when it was acquired by Allegis Group. She managed international expansion, supported the addition of a temporary staffing business, and handled complex legal matters. As Vice President at Allegis Group, she gained extensive knowledge of the recruiting industry and served as General Counsel for its Canadian operations and led ERISA/employee benefits work for its US subsidiaries. 

Maureen also founded and led Allegis Group’s Global Privacy Office, gaining multiple certifications in privacy and AI Governance, including achieving the designation of Fellow of Information Privacy (“FIP”). 

Maureen holds a J.D. with honors from the University of Maryland School of Law and a B.A. with distinction from University of Virginia.

"I am thrilled to transition into this new role at Major, Lindsey & Africa," said Maureen Dry-Wasson. "With over 25 years of in-house legal experience, I look forward to leveraging my expertise to partner with our clients and identify top legal and privacy talent to match exceptional legal professionals with the unique needs of our clients."