Antitrust, Competition and Economic Regulation Group – Mid-Level Associate

In looking for my next position, I worked with quite a few legal recruiters - until I came upon Susan. She is by far the most organized, helpful, and knowledgeable individual I had the pleasure of working with. She has a deep knowledge of the market, the best (and worst) places to work, and is able to articulate why a company will/won't be a good fit. Susan isn't like most recruiters who hope to apply you to every position under the sun. She will truly look to find the place where she thinks you have a future. I can't thank her enough!

When I initially reached out to Khurram, I was struggling with whether I was willing to switch law firms and whether there was truly another firm out there that would be the fit I was looking for. Khurram took the time to listen to what I was looking for and the priorities in my career, he helped me reflect on both the pros and cons of making a move, which firms might be the right fit, and genuinely felt more like a career coach at times which is exactly what I needed! It took me several more months to finally decide to start the process to make the move, but in the interim Khurram continued to be a sounding board and never was pushing me to leave prematurely but rather was someone I could rely on for an honest opinion. I'm also not sure how I would have survived the interview process without him! He was very communicative and proactive and made sure the process kept moving on all ends. Switching law firms can be a stressful process and does not happen overnight. It also can be isolating because you hold the decision close while you progress through the process and decide on the right move. I learned the incredibly positive impact a truly great recruiter can have in counteracting all of this. Khurram's input and expertise throughout the past several months leaves me feeling certain that I've truly considered all my options and I'm moving to the firm best for me, my family, and the career I want to develop. I will continue to refer him to everyone in search of a recruiter in the legal field!

If you are a legal professional looking to make a move, I HIGHLY recommend engaging Bryson to assist! From our initial conversation to our final offer negotiation, Bryson displayed an incredible amount of understanding, guidance and judgment that made my entire lateral process seamless. Bryson is incredibly responsive and custom-tailors an approach to the lateral process that perfectly aligns with your goals and will enable you to secure a position that is the perfect “fit” for you. As a diverse attorney candidate, I cannot express how helpful it was to have someone who could relate to me, listen and understand my professional goals, and help guide me to a place where I believe I can successfully continue my legal career. Bryson’s deep understanding of market conditions and his relentless advocacy helped me secure an offer on terms that were above and beyond what I believed to be “market”. I absolutely, without reservation, endorse Bryson’s services.

I had the pleasure of working with Darin during my transition from a government attorney to a role in private practice. Darin took the time to understand my career goals and matched me with a law firm that perfectly aligned with my skills and aspirations. Darin’s professionalism and dedication were instrumental throughout the search process. I highly recommend Darin to anyone seeking a new position.

I cannot say enough wonderful things about my experience working with Amanda Finley. From the very beginning, she was incredibly professional, warm, and patient, guiding me through every step of the process with clarity and confidence. She took the time to truly understand what I was looking for in my next role and helped me land what I can genuinely say is my dream job. Her insight into the legal market was invaluable, and she was always available to answer my (many!) question, and never once making me feel rushed or uncertain. She provided thoughtful advice, honest feedback, and steady support, which made the entire experience smooth and far less stressful than I anticipated. I'm beyond grateful for her expertise and encouragement. I wholeheartedly recommend her to any attorney looking to make a move. She's truly exceptional at what she does. Thank you, Amanda!!

It was a pleasure to work with George. He was diligent, communicative, and helped me be well-prepared. He took my concerns and goals seriously throughout the process.

Rhea is a consummate professional. She masterfully guided me through the lateral process with her exceptional responsiveness and targeted strategy based on our conversations. Her effectiveness, thoroughness, and thoughtfulness were on clear display as she helped me secure my new role. I can't recommend Rhea enough if you're considering a lateral move.

There are few opportunities in a professional career that rise to the level that is working with Vijay Sandal from Sterling Clark Group. Vijay’s guidance, dedication, and experience helped me to secure a lucrative lateral offer in a deeply challenging economic environment. Vijay approached me with opportunities for roles in the legal industry I thought beyond my capabilities at the level I was in my career. I often struggle to understand the worth I can bring to the table, and Vijay not only reassured me, but helped to show me the universe of what I could achieve. Not only that, he did so with a pragmatic outlook to help prepare me for the landscape ahead. Vijay’s shrewd intellect and deep understanding of the legal market paid significant dividends in navigating potential opportunities, and nailing a role that synchronized perfectly with me. Vijay is wise, and energetic. He is confident, yet humble. He is attentive without being overbearing. He effectively guides candidates without holding their hand. He allows a candidate to shine on their own, while enhancing their value with his advice. His attention and care to each candidate allowed for a resounding success throughout the interview process and beyond. At every anxious chokehold, Vijay was there to not only comfort, but to temper any concerns with thoughtful realism. He became a soundboard to prepare with the right blend of caution, optimism, confidence, and humility. Vijay’s strategic approach to the lateral process in the legal field is second to none. His effort in understanding candidates led to finding synergies across industries. If the phrase “finding the right fit” had a symbol, it would be Vijay. Vijay goes beyond merely advocating for his clients. He prepares candidates for every conceivable issue, and curveball while also providing a sober risk assessment for all outcomes, even the ones I could not anticipate. Even after interviews concluded, Vijay was there to debrief and walk through every detail to understand where we stood, and what the best next steps would be. He truly is a master of his craft, and I thoroughly enjoyed working with him. I could not be happier with the results of working with him.

I would highly recommend Steven to any attorney looking to make a lateral move. Not only is he extremely knowledgeable about the markets in which he places attorneys, he was also very knowledgeable about my area of practice (business immigration), which is a quality I’ve not seen in other recruiters I’ve communicated with previously. He has incredibly valuable insights into the entire recruitment process - from finessing a resume, to preparing for different rounds of interviews, to accepting an offer, to giving notice to your current employer. I felt so supported throughout the entire process, and Steven was always available for a call or to quickly answer a text or email when I had any questions or concerns. Steven also took the time to really get to know me as a person and professional, ensuring that I didn’t just find a new role, but a role, practice group, and firm that were a great fit for me and my professional goals. The lateral process can be intimidating and a bit unnerving, but Steven’s encouragement and guidance made the process much easier to navigate. I am so grateful for his support throughout the process, and his continued support as I transition into my new role. Thank you so much, Steven!

Working with Max was an all around positive experience. He took the time to listen and understand my career interests and goals, and presented a variety of opportunities to me that aligned with those goals. He also reassured me throughout the process that the most important thing was that I found the right fit for my lateral move, and did not rush me into making any particular decision. I would recommend Max to any friend of mine looking to make a move!

Greg was great throughout the whole process. I really appreciated how responsive he was and I felt as if I could text him at any time. But above all, Greg was highly knowledgeable and well connected so I knew I was in safe hands.

Kally is knowledgeable about the legal market, and appropriately proactive with employers. Kally was attentive and took the time to listen to my objectives, and most importantly I always felt that she was acting in my best interest.

I had such a wonderful experience working with Jessica! She was super attentive to detail, remembered all my preferences, and tailored my job search to my goals. From resume review to prep sessions before the interview to second-eyeing thank you emails, Jessica was there to give solid tips and insider advice throughout the entire process. She is very knowledgeable about the IP world and was always accessible when I had any questions. She made me feel supported and at ease, and she never gave me any pressure to make decisions one way or the other. I would highly recommend working with Jessica!

Jack was incredibly helpful, responsive and professional in my lateral job search. He listened intently to my interests and planned career goals, and then went above and beyond to help me network and build connections to get there. He reached out to partner contacts with similar interests, even when an open position was not listed, which helped me find a unique position that was created and tailored just for me. This would not have been possible without Jack. I would highly recommend working with him to anyone in my network!

I worked with Alan while I was trying to change firms in late 2021. Alan was great about informing me of new opportunities in the DC market and helping me through the whole process of applying, interviewing, and accepting my new position. Alan was also always responsive with any questions and with helping to schedule my interviews. For those looking to switch out of the Delaware market, I would certainly recommend Alan since he has an understanding of the type of work that attorneys perform in Delaware.

Priya is absolutely amazing and I can't speak highly enough of her services. She truly cares about her clients and helps them to find a fit that works for every aspect of their lives, both personally and professionally. She is thorough, responsive, and works very hard for her clients. She is an absolute gem!

Evan is extremely knowledgeable about the legal job market and its major players and processes. He was able to quickly gauge my interests and strengths and propose helpful suggestions to improve my resume and interviewing tactics. He was very responsive through all mediums and went above and beyond in following up on the progress of my application. After I received an offer, Evan continued to act as a liaison to ensure a smooth transition and start date.