The Trends Creating New Demand for Legal Services in 2026
Demand for legal services keeps growing. What changes is where that demand comes from, which firms capture it, and which attorneys are positioned to benefit. When we first wrote about…
Demand for legal services keeps growing. What changes is where that demand comes from, which firms capture it, and which attorneys are positioned to benefit. When we first wrote about…
Law firms may be solving today's efficiency problem while worsening an existing talent shortage. A fourth-year associate isn't created in the fourth year. That lawyer is created during years one,…
Putting yourself back on the market is one thing. Doing it with the right recruiter in your corner is another entirely. When you're evaluating whether to work with a legal…
Winning trials is table stakes. Every candidate on a recruiter's desk has a strong record, a sharp resume, and a few war stories about the case that almost got away.…
Most attorneys know they should be doing more business development. Fewer actually have a plan. And without a plan, you end up reactive: waiting for work to come in, depending…
“Counteroffers are not just about money—they impact relationships and trust within the firm. When it comes to counteroffers, just say NO.” — Shari Davidson, President of On Balance Search. You…
It has always been true that every engagement decision a law firm makes is a business decision. However, in recent years, the speed and visibility of the consequences when that…
Getting quoted in a trade publication or landing a conference speaking slot sounds straightforward. You have the expertise. You have the experience. So why are the same names showing up…
The effects of hiring the wrong attorney are real, costly, and felt long after the offer letter is signed. When a lateral hire walks out the door six months later,…
The key to successful lateral partner recruitment starts long before you post a position or engage a search firm. It begins with understanding what makes your law firm uniquely attractive…