Law Firm Management
We Find Savvy Executives to Strategically Lead Law Firms.
Like any business, law firms need business executives who can lead strategically and effectively. But law firms are unique environments and require leaders with more than business acumen to thrive and succeed in this environment.
At Major, Lindsey & Africa, we excel at recruiting C-suite and senior-level executive talent adept at navigating rapidly shifting marketplace conditions, demanding new regulations and ever-intensifying competition. Whether the need is simply identifying a new, steady hand at the wheel; transitioning to the next generation; moving toward a more strategic approach to management; or building processes and leadership teams from the ground up, we help law firms build a powerful, dynamic leadership team that will get them where they want to go.
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Global In-House Counsel Market Conditions Report for Life Sciences — Q2 2025Global In-House Counsel Market Conditions Report for Life Sciences — Q2 2025Legal hiring in the life sciences sector remains robust, driven by technological advancements and evolving regulations. While early-stage biotech companies face challenges, Big Pharma is thriving, expanding teams to support growth and drug commercialization. The demand for specialized regulatory experience and AI fluency is outstripping supply, giving qualified candidates the upper hand. Key highlights include competitive GC compensation, talent shortages in AI, privacy, and regulatory roles, and a strong preference for remote or hybrid work arrangements.
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Securities lawyers in today's legal market: Where did the reserve bench go — and how can companies rebuild it?Securities lawyers in today's legal market: Where did the reserve bench go — and how can companies rebuild it?In commentary for Reuters Westlaw, Steven Henry breaks down the shrinking pipeline of securities lawyers — and what companies can do about it.
From IPO prep to governance strategy, the demand for top-tier securities counsel is surging while supply remains tight. Steven offers actionable steps for rebuilding the bench: competitive compensation, leadership pathways, and proximity to decision-makers.
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Your first six months as a PE-backed company GC: what really drives success?Your first six months as a PE-backed company GC: what really drives success?In private equity environments, the first board meeting often sets the tone—and the trajectory—for a new general counsel. In this new article for GC Connected, Dimitri Mastrocola explores how early credibility, strategic alignment with the CFO, and a builder’s mindset can define success in high-velocity PE-backed roles. A must-read for GCs navigating their first six months.
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4 Tips For Attys To Turn An Interim Job Into A Long-Term Role4 Tips For Attys To Turn An Interim Job Into A Long-Term RoleIn a Law360 Pulse op-ed, Amy Vanderhoof shares 4 actionable tips for attorneys looking to turn interim assignments into long-term career opportunities. With permanent hiring slowing amid economic uncertainty, interim roles are becoming a strategic entry point — whether you're reentering the workforce, pivoting practice areas, or building in-house experience.
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