Reach out to our team: Our Recruiters Dec 21, 2025 Martin Bruehs joins Baker Botts Martin Bruehs, previously Partner at Sheppard, Mullin, Richter & Hampton, has joined Baker Botts as Partner in the firm's Global Intellectual Property Group. Martin's practice focuses on U.S. and international patent matters involving a range of technologies, including chemistry, pharmaceuticals, biotechnology, medical/cosmetic products/devices and nanotechnology. Back to News and Insights Recent Posts Aug 18, 2026 David Stute joins Pillsbury David Stute, previously Legal Adviser at the U.S. Department of State, has joined Pillsbury as Special Counsel in the firm's International Disputes Practice. David represents sovereigns, corporate clients and high-net-worth individuals in cross-border disputes spanning U.S. trial and appellate courts, investor–state tribunals, all major commercial arbitral institutions, the International Court of Justice and the Iran–U.S. Claims Tribunal. Aug 17, 2026 Kendall Howell joins Debevoise & Plimpton Kendall Howell, previously Counsel at Davis Polk & Wardwell, has joined Debevoise & Plimpton as Counsel in the firm's Data Strategy & Security Practice. Kendall's practice focuses on advising banks, broker-dealers, money services businesses, fintech companies and other financial institutions on artificial intelligence governance, BSA/AML and sanctions compliance, bank regulatory matters, risk management and regulatory enforcement. Aug 17, 2026 Erica Bakies joins Debevoise & Plimpton Erica Bakies, previously Partner at Seyfarth Shaw, has joined Moore & Van Allen as Partner in the firm's Government Contracts Practice. Erica represents aerospace and defense companies, high-technology firms, private equity sponsors, and foreign investors navigating the intersection of government contracts, international trade, and national security.

Reach out to our team: Our Recruiters Aug 19, 2025 Alexis Gilman joins Alston & Bird Alexis Gilman, previously Partner at Crowell & Moring, has joined Alston & Bird as Partner in the firm's Antitrust Team. Alexis represents clients in litigation and counsel s them on antitrust compliance matters. Back to News and Insights Recent Posts Aug 18, 2026 David Stute joins Pillsbury David Stute, previously Legal Adviser at the U.S. Department of State, has joined Pillsbury as Special Counsel in the firm's International Disputes Practice. David represents sovereigns, corporate clients and high-net-worth individuals in cross-border disputes spanning U.S. trial and appellate courts, investor–state tribunals, all major commercial arbitral institutions, the International Court of Justice and the Iran–U.S. Claims Tribunal. Aug 17, 2026 Kendall Howell joins Debevoise & Plimpton Kendall Howell, previously Counsel at Davis Polk & Wardwell, has joined Debevoise & Plimpton as Counsel in the firm's Data Strategy & Security Practice. Kendall's practice focuses on advising banks, broker-dealers, money services businesses, fintech companies and other financial institutions on artificial intelligence governance, BSA/AML and sanctions compliance, bank regulatory matters, risk management and regulatory enforcement. Aug 17, 2026 Erica Bakies joins Debevoise & Plimpton Erica Bakies, previously Partner at Seyfarth Shaw, has joined Moore & Van Allen as Partner in the firm's Government Contracts Practice. Erica represents aerospace and defense companies, high-technology firms, private equity sponsors, and foreign investors navigating the intersection of government contracts, international trade, and national security.

Reach out to our team: Our Recruiters Feb 4, 2026 Jonathan Henry joins Dechert Jonathan Henry, previously Partner at McDermott Will & Emery, has joined Dechert as Partner. Jonathan represents clients in high-stakes complex civil litigation, government investigations and enforcement proceedings as well as high-exposure product liability matters. Back to News and Insights Recent Posts Aug 18, 2026 David Stute joins Pillsbury David Stute, previously Legal Adviser at the U.S. Department of State, has joined Pillsbury as Special Counsel in the firm's International Disputes Practice. David represents sovereigns, corporate clients and high-net-worth individuals in cross-border disputes spanning U.S. trial and appellate courts, investor–state tribunals, all major commercial arbitral institutions, the International Court of Justice and the Iran–U.S. Claims Tribunal. Aug 17, 2026 Kendall Howell joins Debevoise & Plimpton Kendall Howell, previously Counsel at Davis Polk & Wardwell, has joined Debevoise & Plimpton as Counsel in the firm's Data Strategy & Security Practice. Kendall's practice focuses on advising banks, broker-dealers, money services businesses, fintech companies and other financial institutions on artificial intelligence governance, BSA/AML and sanctions compliance, bank regulatory matters, risk management and regulatory enforcement. Aug 17, 2026 Erica Bakies joins Debevoise & Plimpton Erica Bakies, previously Partner at Seyfarth Shaw, has joined Moore & Van Allen as Partner in the firm's Government Contracts Practice. Erica represents aerospace and defense companies, high-technology firms, private equity sponsors, and foreign investors navigating the intersection of government contracts, international trade, and national security.

Reach out to our team: Our Recruiters Feb 8, 2026 Sanya Sukduang and Jonathan Davies join Norton Rose Fulbright Sanya Sukduang and Jonathan Davies, previously Partners at Cooley, have joined Norton Rose Fulbright as Partners in the firm's Intellectual Property Disputes team. Sanya and Jonathan have experience in pharmaceutical and biotechnology patent disputes. Back to News and Insights Recent Posts Aug 18, 2026 David Stute joins Pillsbury David Stute, previously Legal Adviser at the U.S. Department of State, has joined Pillsbury as Special Counsel in the firm's International Disputes Practice. David represents sovereigns, corporate clients and high-net-worth individuals in cross-border disputes spanning U.S. trial and appellate courts, investor–state tribunals, all major commercial arbitral institutions, the International Court of Justice and the Iran–U.S. Claims Tribunal. Aug 17, 2026 Kendall Howell joins Debevoise & Plimpton Kendall Howell, previously Counsel at Davis Polk & Wardwell, has joined Debevoise & Plimpton as Counsel in the firm's Data Strategy & Security Practice. Kendall's practice focuses on advising banks, broker-dealers, money services businesses, fintech companies and other financial institutions on artificial intelligence governance, BSA/AML and sanctions compliance, bank regulatory matters, risk management and regulatory enforcement. Aug 17, 2026 Erica Bakies joins Debevoise & Plimpton Erica Bakies, previously Partner at Seyfarth Shaw, has joined Moore & Van Allen as Partner in the firm's Government Contracts Practice. Erica represents aerospace and defense companies, high-technology firms, private equity sponsors, and foreign investors navigating the intersection of government contracts, international trade, and national security.

Reach out to our team: Our Recruiters Mar 11, 2023 Alexander Marriott joins Baker, Donelson, Bearman, Caldwell & Berkowitz Alexander Marriott, previously Member at Eckert Seamans Cherin & Mellott, has joined Baker, Donelson, Bearman, Caldwell & Berkowitz as Counsel. Mr. Marriott concentrates his practice on aviation regulatory and policy matters and competition issues within the aviation industry. Back to News and Insights Recent Posts Aug 18, 2026 David Stute joins Pillsbury David Stute, previously Legal Adviser at the U.S. Department of State, has joined Pillsbury as Special Counsel in the firm's International Disputes Practice. David represents sovereigns, corporate clients and high-net-worth individuals in cross-border disputes spanning U.S. trial and appellate courts, investor–state tribunals, all major commercial arbitral institutions, the International Court of Justice and the Iran–U.S. Claims Tribunal. Aug 17, 2026 Kendall Howell joins Debevoise & Plimpton Kendall Howell, previously Counsel at Davis Polk & Wardwell, has joined Debevoise & Plimpton as Counsel in the firm's Data Strategy & Security Practice. Kendall's practice focuses on advising banks, broker-dealers, money services businesses, fintech companies and other financial institutions on artificial intelligence governance, BSA/AML and sanctions compliance, bank regulatory matters, risk management and regulatory enforcement. Aug 17, 2026 Erica Bakies joins Debevoise & Plimpton Erica Bakies, previously Partner at Seyfarth Shaw, has joined Moore & Van Allen as Partner in the firm's Government Contracts Practice. Erica represents aerospace and defense companies, high-technology firms, private equity sponsors, and foreign investors navigating the intersection of government contracts, international trade, and national security.

Erin Sears places attorneys at all levels with some of the country’s best-known firms – from full-service, AmLaw-ranked firms to highly specialized boutiques in major markets around the country. Erin Sears Partner esears@g-s.com 202.370.7684 1627 I Street, NW Suite 1230 Washington, DC 20006 What It's Like To Work With Me Overview Credentials Representative Placements Testimonials Outside the Office WHAT IT'S LIKE TO WORK WITH ME My approach focuses on transparency, zealous advocacy (with firms), and the appropriate balance of proactivity and patience (with attorneys). Making the “right” decision is a combination of many factors. I bring deep market intel and research, a thoughtful approach throughout the process, and the ability to help you carefully weigh the pros and cons of your options. My candidate clients describe me as a “consummate professional with an incredibly ‘high touch’ approach.” Law firm clients trust me to know the market intimately, do the research that identifies the best candidates, and always keep them informed. Having myself practiced for nearly fifteen years as a litigator at an AmLaw 25 firm, my law firm clients have shared that I am “relatable,” “bring instant credibility,” and “know what [I’m] talking about.” OVERVIEW Erin has over 20 years of experience in the DC legal market. She works with attorneys on firm-to-firm lateral moves and government-to-firm transitions (e.g., DOJ, SEC, DOE), as well as confidential targeted searches for law firm clients. Erin recruits for regulatory, transactional and litigation practices. Her placements span AmLaw 50 firms, Chambers/Legal 500-ranked practices, and elite boutiques. In addition, Erin co-founded Women in Fintech & Financial Services (WIFFS), a DC-based networking group of elite partners and practitioners in this space. CREDENTIALS J.D., Washington University School of Law in St. Louis, 2004 Member, Washington University Law Quarterly B.S., magna cum laude, University of Maryland at College Park, 2001 Double Degrees: International Business and Logistics & Transportation Double Minors: Portuguese and Spanish Prior to joining Garrison, Erin practiced for twelve years at Paul Hastings in DC, as well as at Three Crowns, an elite international arbitration boutique. Her law firm experience has proven to be an invaluable asset to her law firm and candidate clients. REPRESENTATIVE PLACEMENTS Erin has placed over 100 attorneys, including: Select Partner & Counsel Placements DOJ Civil Division Director as Partner with elite global law firm Expansion of top regional firm through the placement of two Partners and an Associate in Energy Regulatory and Environmental Litigation Privacy Partner with Chambers-ranked practice Executive Compensation Partner with Chambers-ranked practice SEC and in-house broker-dealer counsel as Special Counsel with AmLaw 5 firm Former Federal Reserve Bank of New York regulatory attorney as Counsel with AmLaw 5 firm Commercial Lending attorney as Counsel with leading, finance-focused national firm Energy Transactions attorney as Special Counsel with top Energy & Infrastructure practice Former Enforcement Section Chief, U.S. Department of the Treasury (OFAC), as Counsel with Chambers-ranked National Security practice at AmLaw 50 firm Patent Litigator as Counsel with elite boutique Government Contracts Litigator as Counsel with AmLaw 50 firm Select Associate Placements Transactional attorneys with payments, credit card, and fintech experience at AmLaw 25 firms Regulatory attorneys with crypto experience at elite and Chambers-ranked practices Consumer Financial Services litigators with AmLaw 25 firms Broker-Dealer / Investment Adviser attorneys with AmLaw 50 firms Structured Credit attorneys with AmLaw 25 firms Real Estate Finance attorneys with AmLaw 25 firms M&A and Private Equity Finance attorneys with AmLaw 25 firms Capital Markets attorneys with AmLaw 25 firms FERC regulatory and transactional attorney at Magic Circle firm Healthcare regulatory and transactional attorney at AmLaw 5 firm Numerous Antitrust litigators with AmLaw 25 firms Numerous Litigation and White Collar attorneys with AmLaw 25 firms TESTIMONIALS Below are some of the endorsements Erin has received from her law firm and attorney clients: Law Firms “Erin is fantastic. She assisted us with several shareholder and associate hires as part of the growth of our DC office. She works incredibly quickly to identify and then successfully recruit top talent. We are thrilled to be working with Erin, and we are grateful that another trusted recruiter in a different geographic market pointed us to Erin.” - Managing Shareholder “Erin is a trusted resource for our firm. Our recruiting team and practice leaders ask for her by name. She invests energy and enthusiasm into learning about her clients’ practices and priorities which leads to great results for her candidates and our firm. Erin consistently presents female and diverse candidates, which is phenomenal and reflective of our firm’s shared values.” - Lateral Recruiting Coordinator, AmLaw 30 Firm “I trust Erin with exclusive and unpublished searches because she knows the lateral market, our firm, and the candidates who meet our requirements and fit within our firm culture. There’s a presumption that any candidate that Erin sends our way is worth careful consideration." - Lateral Recruiting Coordinator, AmLaw 10 Firm Candidates “Erin identified a select handful of firms and provided meaningful insight into each that proved invaluable as I was making my decision. She tailored her approach to fit my (very) specific goals, and I appreciated her deep knowledge of the market." - Financial Services, AmLaw 30 Firm “I was unsure about leaving my firm, but also felt that something needed to change. With thanks to Erin, she set up informal meetings with several attorneys at what is now my current firm, and that enabled both sides to learn more about each other and whether it would be a good fit. I really didn’t expect to leave, but so glad she facilitated the opportunity for me to see my options. That approach worked with my comfort level, and I am now extremely grateful to be where I am.” - Technology Transactions, AmLaw 10 Firm "Erin is a thoughtful and patient listener and a fierce advocate - throughout the process, her informed market acumen, precision, care and clear communication style were ever-present. She is a consummate professional with an incredibly ‘high-touch’ approach - I was confident at all times throughout the process that I was in the most capable of hands. I would highly recommend her to anyone looking to make a move (and even, perhaps, if you aren't yet sure)." - Leveraged Finance/Commercial Lending, Chambers-Ranked Practice “I receive so many emails from recruiters, but responded to Erin because it stood apart from the rest – she had taken the time to read my biography and understand my practice. She was sharing details about a specific law firm opportunity, and it was clear she knew so much about that firm and their real estate practice. By far the best experience I’ve had with a recruiter. I would recommend her to anyone making a move.” - Real Estate, AmLaw 20 Firm “Several years passed from my initial conversation with Erin to the time I reached back out to her to explore lateral opportunities. Her initial approach was so refreshing in comparison to other recruiters that I held onto her details. She is professional, thorough, relatable – and very patient. We let several opportunities pass to find the right one and it was worth the wait. Plus, I appreciate other working parents – it’s a valuable perspective.” - Antitrust, AmLaw 10 Firm "I appreciated Erin's patience and expert insights throughout the lateral process, particularly in suggesting and negotiating offer terms, and in navigating potential conflicts. She was also adept at leveraging my technical background. The results Erin delivered were beyond what I'd thought possible, and she made it seem easy. When someone asks for a referral, I always point to Erin and let them know she's the only recruiter I'd ever want to work with.” - Patent Litigation, Elite Boutique “I was referred to Erin by a friend who she had also helped with a lateral move. I was returning to the U.S. from London and interested in top-tier practices in New York, Boston and DC. I cannot say enough about how seamless she made the entire process – everything was streamlined, including identifying firms and review of my deal sheet, which saved me an incredible amount of time.” - Capital Markets, AmLaw 10 Firm OUTSIDE THE OFFICE Our family lives near the National Cathedral in Washington, DC. Like most parents, the simplest pleasures come from spending time with family. So, for our two teenage boys, this means spending a lot of time shuffling and cheering them on for all things baseball (three to four different teams at any given time between travel and school!). It is a slow day when we are all lifting together at Onelife. But regardless, for our beloved German Shepherd, Rocky, this means a lot of scratches and fetch. We enjoy international travel and adventure sports because an adrenaline rush runs in the family. Whether it is chasing a wave at our secret surf spot in Panama, a mogul run in Breck or a big tuna is on the line, we prefer making lasting memories (in lieu of collecting more stuff!). And because I grew up on the water outside of Annapolis, Maryland, you can bet that we all know how to pick a crab clean. We are always up for a visit to grandma’s – to enjoy boating, paddleboarding (Rocky too!) and hosting the traditional crab feast.

Reach out to our team: Our Recruiters Sep 8, 2025 Aaron Washington joins Skadden Aaron Washington, previously Special Counsel in the Office of the Chief Counsel of the SEC’s Division of Trading and Markets, has joined Skadden as Counsel in the firm's White Collar Defense and Investigations Practice. Aaron has experience advising clients on complex securities regulatory, compliance, litigation and enforcement matters. Back to News and Insights Recent Posts Aug 18, 2026 David Stute joins Pillsbury David Stute, previously Legal Adviser at the U.S. Department of State, has joined Pillsbury as Special Counsel in the firm's International Disputes Practice. David represents sovereigns, corporate clients and high-net-worth individuals in cross-border disputes spanning U.S. trial and appellate courts, investor–state tribunals, all major commercial arbitral institutions, the International Court of Justice and the Iran–U.S. Claims Tribunal. Aug 17, 2026 Kendall Howell joins Debevoise & Plimpton Kendall Howell, previously Counsel at Davis Polk & Wardwell, has joined Debevoise & Plimpton as Counsel in the firm's Data Strategy & Security Practice. Kendall's practice focuses on advising banks, broker-dealers, money services businesses, fintech companies and other financial institutions on artificial intelligence governance, BSA/AML and sanctions compliance, bank regulatory matters, risk management and regulatory enforcement. Aug 17, 2026 Erica Bakies joins Debevoise & Plimpton Erica Bakies, previously Partner at Seyfarth Shaw, has joined Moore & Van Allen as Partner in the firm's Government Contracts Practice. Erica represents aerospace and defense companies, high-technology firms, private equity sponsors, and foreign investors navigating the intersection of government contracts, international trade, and national security.

Reach out to our team: Our Recruiters May 4, 2025 Barbara Stettner joins Sidley Austin Barbara Stettner, previously Partner at A&O Shearman, has joined Sidley Austin as Partner in the firm's Securities Enforcement and Regulatory Practice. Barbara focuses her practice on advising U.S. and foreign financial institutions on regulatory and compliance obligations, guiding them through the regulatory landscape governing their domestic and cross-border securities activities. Back to News and Insights Recent Posts Aug 18, 2026 David Stute joins Pillsbury David Stute, previously Legal Adviser at the U.S. Department of State, has joined Pillsbury as Special Counsel in the firm's International Disputes Practice. David represents sovereigns, corporate clients and high-net-worth individuals in cross-border disputes spanning U.S. trial and appellate courts, investor–state tribunals, all major commercial arbitral institutions, the International Court of Justice and the Iran–U.S. Claims Tribunal. Aug 17, 2026 Kendall Howell joins Debevoise & Plimpton Kendall Howell, previously Counsel at Davis Polk & Wardwell, has joined Debevoise & Plimpton as Counsel in the firm's Data Strategy & Security Practice. Kendall's practice focuses on advising banks, broker-dealers, money services businesses, fintech companies and other financial institutions on artificial intelligence governance, BSA/AML and sanctions compliance, bank regulatory matters, risk management and regulatory enforcement. Aug 17, 2026 Erica Bakies joins Debevoise & Plimpton Erica Bakies, previously Partner at Seyfarth Shaw, has joined Moore & Van Allen as Partner in the firm's Government Contracts Practice. Erica represents aerospace and defense companies, high-technology firms, private equity sponsors, and foreign investors navigating the intersection of government contracts, international trade, and national security.

Reach out to our team: Our Recruiters Jul 7, 2026 Clayton Thompson and Daniel Valencia join Winston Taylor Clayton Thompson and Daniel Valencia, previously Partners at DLA Piper, have joined Winston Taylor as Partners in the firm's Intellectual Property Litigation Practice. Clayton has experience representing clients in patent infringement disputes. Daniel r epresents clients in high-stakes intellectual property and cross-border trade disputes, with a particular strength in matters before the U.S. International Trade Commission. Back to News and Insights Recent Posts Aug 18, 2026 David Stute joins Pillsbury David Stute, previously Legal Adviser at the U.S. Department of State, has joined Pillsbury as Special Counsel in the firm's International Disputes Practice. David represents sovereigns, corporate clients and high-net-worth individuals in cross-border disputes spanning U.S. trial and appellate courts, investor–state tribunals, all major commercial arbitral institutions, the International Court of Justice and the Iran–U.S. Claims Tribunal. Aug 17, 2026 Kendall Howell joins Debevoise & Plimpton Kendall Howell, previously Counsel at Davis Polk & Wardwell, has joined Debevoise & Plimpton as Counsel in the firm's Data Strategy & Security Practice. Kendall's practice focuses on advising banks, broker-dealers, money services businesses, fintech companies and other financial institutions on artificial intelligence governance, BSA/AML and sanctions compliance, bank regulatory matters, risk management and regulatory enforcement. Aug 17, 2026 Erica Bakies joins Debevoise & Plimpton Erica Bakies, previously Partner at Seyfarth Shaw, has joined Moore & Van Allen as Partner in the firm's Government Contracts Practice. Erica represents aerospace and defense companies, high-technology firms, private equity sponsors, and foreign investors navigating the intersection of government contracts, international trade, and national security.

Reach out to our team: Our Recruiters Sep 21, 2023 Charlie Zdebski joins Cozen O’Connor Charlie Zdebski, previously Partner at Eckert Seamans, has joined Cozen O’Connor as Member. Charlie focuses his practice on complex regulatory litigation and related civil litigation matters, regularly representing clients in regulatory enforcements, investigations and proceedings, and appeals. Back to News and Insights Recent Posts Aug 18, 2026 David Stute joins Pillsbury David Stute, previously Legal Adviser at the U.S. Department of State, has joined Pillsbury as Special Counsel in the firm's International Disputes Practice. David represents sovereigns, corporate clients and high-net-worth individuals in cross-border disputes spanning U.S. trial and appellate courts, investor–state tribunals, all major commercial arbitral institutions, the International Court of Justice and the Iran–U.S. Claims Tribunal. Aug 17, 2026 Kendall Howell joins Debevoise & Plimpton Kendall Howell, previously Counsel at Davis Polk & Wardwell, has joined Debevoise & Plimpton as Counsel in the firm's Data Strategy & Security Practice. Kendall's practice focuses on advising banks, broker-dealers, money services businesses, fintech companies and other financial institutions on artificial intelligence governance, BSA/AML and sanctions compliance, bank regulatory matters, risk management and regulatory enforcement. Aug 17, 2026 Erica Bakies joins Debevoise & Plimpton Erica Bakies, previously Partner at Seyfarth Shaw, has joined Moore & Van Allen as Partner in the firm's Government Contracts Practice. Erica represents aerospace and defense companies, high-technology firms, private equity sponsors, and foreign investors navigating the intersection of government contracts, international trade, and national security.

Reach out to our team: Our Recruiters Feb 20, 2025 Garrison quoted in The New York Times Dan Binstock was quoted in " Under Trump, D.C. Faces More Federal Control, Fewer Federal Workers , " (New York Times, 2/20/25). Back to News and Insights Recent Posts Aug 18, 2026 David Stute joins Pillsbury David Stute, previously Legal Adviser at the U.S. Department of State, has joined Pillsbury as Special Counsel in the firm's International Disputes Practice. David represents sovereigns, corporate clients and high-net-worth individuals in cross-border disputes spanning U.S. trial and appellate courts, investor–state tribunals, all major commercial arbitral institutions, the International Court of Justice and the Iran–U.S. Claims Tribunal. Aug 17, 2026 Kendall Howell joins Debevoise & Plimpton Kendall Howell, previously Counsel at Davis Polk & Wardwell, has joined Debevoise & Plimpton as Counsel in the firm's Data Strategy & Security Practice. Kendall's practice focuses on advising banks, broker-dealers, money services businesses, fintech companies and other financial institutions on artificial intelligence governance, BSA/AML and sanctions compliance, bank regulatory matters, risk management and regulatory enforcement. Aug 17, 2026 Erica Bakies joins Debevoise & Plimpton Erica Bakies, previously Partner at Seyfarth Shaw, has joined Moore & Van Allen as Partner in the firm's Government Contracts Practice. Erica represents aerospace and defense companies, high-technology firms, private equity sponsors, and foreign investors navigating the intersection of government contracts, international trade, and national security.

For your associate recruitment needs, we assist you with every stage of the process and have a leading team of recruiters in Washington, DC. Recruiting Associates Home For Employers Recruiting Associates < Back to For Employers Key Contacts: Matt Schwartz Bio Kaitlyn Hunter Bio Our Proven Approach We are selective in the law firms we represent, meaning you can be assured of our dedication to and enthusiasm for your search. We take the time to understand the elements of your need beyond what is in a typical job posting. Our approach to recruiting associates has been finely honed over the past 35 years, and we know the important questions to ask at the outset. With this foundation, our process ensures that you will have the highest likelihood of attracting and recruiting the most on-point candidates. Key Contacts: Matt Schwartz Bio Kaitlyn Hunter Bio 1. Developing your search narrative 2. Extensive research and outreach 3. Presenting candidates 4. Interview advising 5. Negotiation support 6. Counter-offer guidance 7. Everything else 1. Developing your search narrative The competition is fierce for in-demand associates. We have a unique ability to break through the noise by understanding and communicating what resonates with elite candidates. At the outset, you’ll meet with a Garrison recruiter to discuss your requirements and preferences. We’ll also help you uncover the intangibles most likely to help your search stand out in a crowded market. Our approach is thorough and thoughtful, and we have years of proof that it works. 2. Extensive research and outreach Using a suite of market-leading tools and our proprietary database, we develop a finely tuned list of candidates for your search. You’ll feel confident knowing that every associate on this target list will receive multiple impactful overtures on your behalf. We are often successful at recruiting associates who may not have been looking but were intrigued by our outreach and how the opportunity was presented. And our thoughtful approach leaves every candidate–even those who decide not to consider a move–with a positive impression of your firm. Additionally, we work with a large network of top associates who are not actively on the market but are open to hearing about unique opportunities. These candidates trust our market expertise and endorsement, leading to more successful introductions with our law firm clients. 3. Presenting candidates We only introduce candidates who fully meet your criteria. We meet with each candidate we present–either in-person or virtually–to learn more about them on multiple levels. Based on these meetings, we prepare a detailed cover letter answering questions far beyond what’s in their resume, including their practice breakdown, motivations to move, performance reviews, explanations for previous job changes, and other key information. 4. Interview advising During interviews, we provide feedback on behalf of candidates, flag items that could be points of potential misunderstanding, and offer advice on recruiting the candidates of your choice. 5. Negotiation support We serve as skilled intermediaries on negotiation-related discussions. We take a thoughtful approach and ensure that candidates are realistic with their expectations and understand market norms. By entrusting these discussions to us, you reduce the risk of unanticipated tensions impacting the deal. 6. Counter-offer guidance For top candidates, counter-offers are common. When a candidate gives notice, we have prepared them on what to expect. If they receive a counter-offer, we carefully guide them through a multi-factor decision-making matrix, and we advise them on how to handle the most common strategies firms use to convince departing associates to stay. This ensures they are not caught off-guard and are less susceptible to making a rash decision or changing their mind as a result of undue pressure from their current employer. 7. Everything else Consider us your guidepost for all things recruiting or market-related. Clients frequently call us for advice on questions that arise outside of our searches – including tricky situations with unrelated candidates or other search firms – and we welcome the opportunity to share advice or a second opinion. What clients are saying: They are my go-tos for all searches but specifically my trickier searches. Associate Director of Recruiting AmLaw 25 firm They are experts in the DC market. They take the time to meet with firm recruiters and partners to understand the firm’s practices and culture fully and precisely what firms are looking for in candidates. They also meet with their candidates, and I trust that any candidate they present to the firm has been vetted and fits our hiring criteria. Director of Recruiting AmLaw 50 firm Simply put, Garrison is the best at what they do. Hiring Partner Top-tier litigation boutique High touch. High truth. High trust. 2000+ Attorneys placed 98.3% Of our candidates stay with their new employer for at least one year 175 Law firms have hired our candidates 75% Retention rate of partners after five years (industry average is 50%) Reach out to our team: Our Recruiters