Reach out to our team: Our Recruiters Apr 24, 2024 In-House Commercial/Technology Transactions Hiring in the D.C. Region Important Recruiting Strategies for Employers By: Kaitlyn Hunter & Nancy Palermo Lawyers with Commercial and/or Technology Transactions expertise are among the most highly sought after for in-house positions in the DMV. Given this high demand, recruiting a lawyer with this expertise versus, say, a general litigator or corporate generalist requires a different approach. This article provides a roadmap for employers to effectively position themselves to attract top talent in this competitive specialty within our region. For context, commercial/tech transactions positions constitute more than 20% of the searches we conduct annually. While law firms rarely have associate openings for this specialized expertise (currently, we only have three open positions), there are numerous opportunities for these candidates to consider in-house. This high demand oftentimes results in candidates receiving multiple competing offers. If you’re an attorney hiring manager looking to fill one of these positions, you need to understand the market, carefully consider ways to distinguish your position from your competitors and utilize best recruiting practices so your hiring process is as effective and streamlined as possible. Practice Evolution: Over the past 20 years, the in-house hiring market for transactional attorneys has evolved significantly. Historically, when we recruited transactional lawyers for corporate openings, our clients wanted expertise in M&A, securities law, and/or corporate governance. However, over the past 15 years, due in part to rising billing rates at firms and the sheer volume of commercial/tech transactions work, many companies have been bringing this work in-house. Conversely, the volume of in-house positions focused on the more traditional areas of corporate law (i.e., M&A) have decreased significantly. This has resulted in the need to hire attorneys with this expertise at all experience levels, and some in-house departments even recruit directly out of law school now. As a result, the candidate pool for attorneys with commercial/tech transactions expertise in firms is much smaller. Specifically, our research shows that there are only around 50 associates in the D.C. region who focus on this work at firms. Additionally, law firm associate compensation has increased exponentially over the past decade (e.g., mid-levels now earn salaries between $295k-370k), and companies have not remained competitive on the salary front. The compensation gap continues to widen, which only makes recruiting law firm candidates more challenging. Understanding the Candidate Pool and Differentiators You Can Use E xpertise and Mix of Work : The substantive mix of work often depends on the specific company and structure of legal department. These in-house positions can be a mix of vendor/procurement contracts and sales/revenue generating contracts. If your company can structure the position to encompass a mix of both (vs. solely focusing on vendor contracts), that diversity will appeal to more candidates. Attorneys prefer to draft and negotiate sales contracts because they believe it to be more sophisticated/challenging work, and it’s external facing. If they work with sales teams in their current role, it will be a difficult sell to recruit them for a position where the procurement department will be their primary client. Although these positions focus on commercial/tech transactions, to the extent that you can offer some diversity in the attorney’s portfolio (e.g., assist with employment agreements, data privacy issues, corporate governance, etc.), that will make the role more appealing so they can gain more varied experience. Additionally, if your company has a contracts department which negotiates more standard procurement agreements, and you can create a reporting structure where the contract manager can report to this lawyer, the inclusion of management experience is often highly appealing and will differentiate your search. Profile/Background Consideration : If you’re seeking to hire a junior attorney (someone with four or less years of experience), it is unlikely that you will find someone who has a combination of law firm and in-house experience. In addition, since our research indicates that there are only approximately 20 associates with commercial/tech transactions experience in D.C. area firms, your candidate pool is very small. We therefore suggest also considering corporate M&A, finance, and governance law associates. While not directly on point, they likely draft and negotiate some commercial and/or licensing agreements as part of their larger M&A practice which can be transferable. Additionally, many of these associates are among the most talented in AmLaw 200 firms. The sweet spot for hiring this profile of attorney in-house is someone with five to ten years of experience. At that level, employers often require candidates that have significant commercial/tech transactions expertise. This search will likely have a higher success rate because you or your recruiter is likely to find a good number of candidates with the ideal mix of law firm and in-house experience in our region. There is a larger number of associate candidates (approximately 35 per our research) with this experience at firms, and they’re more likely to be interested in transitioning in-house at this stage of their professional career. Finally, as noted with the more junior profile, don’t rule out corporate M&A associates for this level of hire. We recently completed a search for a biotech industry client who was open to hiring top-tier M&A associates for an Associate GC role, and they would train them on commercial/tech transactions. Result: We ended up recruiting two senior corporate associates from an AmLaw top 10 firm, and they couldn’t be happier. It's also important to note that the majority of our in-house clients want to hire commercial/tech transactions lawyers who come from AmLaw 200 firms because of their training. However, don’t be too quick to dismiss lawyers who have been trained exclusively in-house, as we’ve found that their training can be equally as strong. Why? Because many of them have been trained and mentored by more senior lawyers who previously practiced at top law firms before going in-house. Compensation/Benefits : When a lawyer transitions from a firm to a corporate legal department they almost always (90% of the time) take a hit in their base compensation. Currently, it’s common for the decrease to be around $100k. However, if a commercial/tech transactions lawyer is coming from another in-house position, salary is much less likely to be an issue (unless you are underpaying for the role as compared to your peers; if that’s the case, we will tell you). The way that companies can “win” when recruiting law firm associates is to have them focus on the totality of the compensation package (including benefits), the improved hours expectation, the increased predictability in their schedule, etc. Other baseline elements of compensation: Bonus : Most companies offer a bonus target of 20-30% of base salary, and at the junior level it’s typically 15%. Equity : While equity grants are rare for junior in-house lawyers, they are more common for lawyers with 5-10 years of experience, and almost required for attorneys at the Director and VP levels (i.e., 15+ years). This is also true for privately held companies which offer phantom stock programs. 401(k)/403(b) : The standard is a 3% match, and some organizations offer as high as an 8% match (that’s a great perk for candidates if it’s your policy). Differentiators: Sign-on Bonus : If the candidate is coming from an AmLaw 200 firm, a sign-on bonus to bridge the compensation gap will set you apart from other companies. If the candidate is coming from another in-house role, a sign-on bonus will signify significant interest and will go a long way because they will likely have competing offers in this highly competitive market. Equity : If you have a junior level opening and can offer RSU’s and/or stock options, that would be an enticing differentiator. Also, if the position is equity eligible, consider giving the attorney a small initial grant of equity either at the outset or after six months of employment. PTO : Most companies offer new employees three to four weeks of PTO (vacation & personal leave). You may consider enhancing this by requesting that HR waive the formal policy and provide the attorney with one additional week of leave. It’s not huge, but it’s one more arrow in your quiver. Best Recruiting Practices: Your Story : It is important that your search narrative (i.e., reason for the need) is clear and understandable. If a candidate is considering the opportunity with your company, odds are they are considering other positions because they are ready to transition in-house or explore alternative in-house roles. Your story should succinctly and effectively explain not only the substance of the position, but the selling points to the candidate. In terms of why your position is open, it’s always preferable if the role is newly created due to increased workflow or an internal promotion. However, if the position is a backfill due to an attorney departure, this is a bit more challenging unless there’s a “candidate friendly” explanation as to why (e.g., the person relocated, left to become GC of another company, etc.). Just remember that the search narrative is essential and must be developed carefully. We often spend considerable time helping our clients best articulate their narrative, which is different for every search. Interview Process : Making your interview process as streamlined as possible and knowing the process (e.g., number of rounds, interviewers for each round, etc.) at the outset is extremely important. Take the time to explain to your recruiter and/or the candidate what the process will look like, from beginning to end. Think of it as “mapping” the process. As mentioned above, many candidates are likely to consider multiple opportunities. Having a process in place that is somewhat predictable (in terms of timing) reflects well on your organization. Another point worth noting: If someone on your interview panel is unable to meet in person on a particular day, it is better to have them meet via Zoom vs. postponing it until they can meet in person. Most interviews are still a combination of in person and video and that will likely remain the case. Also, if there’s a large number of people to meet, consider doubling up your interviewers or doing panel interviews (for more senior positions). We recognize the importance of thoroughness and proper vetting, but we’ve seen too many companies lose their top choice candidate due to a process that is not as streamlined and efficient as it could have been, which we explain below. Speed of Search : Time kills all deals. In the current market, employers are moving incredibly fast in terms of their hiring process (some of our clients do all interviews via Zoom and only have the finalist candidate come into the office for the final interview with the GC). You may need to be prepared to make decisions on candidates much quicker than you have in the past. Geography and Remote/Hybrid Schedule : Most law firm associate candidates live and work in D.C., so if your company is not located in D.C. proper, they are likely looking at a much longer commute. Most companies are offering hybrid schedules with two or three days a week in the office, and some offer fully remote. If your company can offer a fully remote schedule, this will significantly expand your candidate pool by including geographic regions outside the DMV, but also make your position more enticing to local candidates who desire this level of flexibility post-pandemic. Unfortunately, if you require four to five days in the office, we’ve learned over the last few years that this requirement is likely going to be a non-starter for many candidates. Timing of Year : Because the average search takes three months (tightest time frame is two) from launching the search to offer, if you decide to start your search in August or shortly thereafter, you’re going to be faced with candidates wanting to start the following year (January to March depending upon year-end bonus payout date). If you want them to start sooner, you need to be prepared to make them “almost whole” in terms of what they are leaving on the table, and because law firm bonuses are so significant (e.g., a 5th year associate in BigLaw receives a bonus of $90k), most of our clients are not willing to do this for good reason; however, if your company has the resources to and the immediacy of the need is great enough, this will obviously be a significant and enticing differentiator. Where Garrison Can Help: Garrison has placed over 500 attorneys in corporate legal departments in Washington, DC, Virginia, and Maryland region. You can learn more about our unique recruiting process by visiting our in-house recruiting page here . Back to News and Insights Recent Posts Feb 9, 2026 Garrison quoted in American Lawyer Dan Binstock was quoted in " Austin, Atlanta, Nashville and Denver Stay Hot, as Firms Use Group Moves to Enter Secondary Markets ," (American Lawyer Online, 2/9/26). Jan 28, 2026 Justin Becker rejoins Sidley Austin Justin Becker, previously Partner at Baker McKenzie, has rejoined Sidley Austin as Partner in the firm's Chambers Band 1 Global Arbitration, Trade & Advocacy Practice. Justin has extensive experience representing clients in antidumping and countervailing duty proceedings before the U.S. Department of Commerce and the U.S. International Trade Commission, advising on trade policy and national security investigations. Jan 28, 2026 Nichole Shustack joins ArentFox Schiff Nichole Shustack, previoulsy Partner at Nutter, has joined ArentFox Schiff as Partner in the firm's Food, Drug, Medical Device & Cosmetic Practice. Nichole counsels public and private companies of every size, from household names to startups, on day-to-day operations and growth strategies, including compliance with federal and state regulations, trade practices, commercial agreements, distribution matters, and coordination of actual and potential recalls.

For your in-house legal recruitment needs, Garrison stands in a class of its own. We have placed over 500 attorneys in-house at all levels. 4. Interview support and selection We coordinate all interviews, and our recruiters brief candidates before their interviews with your company. Likewise, we help you prepare for the interviews. You’ll appreciate our advice on how to tailor your questions, how to raise sensitive topics, and how to address other fact-specific judgment calls. After interviews, we share detailed feedback from the interviewees and obtain your impressions to further sharpen our analysis of relevant candidates. We then help you evaluate and select finalist candidates based on the collective feedback and impressions. Representative placements General Counsel & Deputy General Counsel: General Counsel - Leading Trade Association in the Ethanol & Biofuels Industry (Prior position: Of Counsel, Washington, D.C. Based AmLaw 200 Firm) Chief Privacy Officer - Leading, Online Educational Technology Company (Prior position: Chief Privacy Officer, Federal Trade Commission) Director, Legal and Compliance – Washington, D.C. Based Private Equity Fund (Prior position: Associate General Counsel, Multinational Enterprise Information Technology Company) Senior Vice President, Legal - Leading, National Commercial and Civil Contractor (Prior position: Senior Vice President, Head of Legal, Global Software Analytics Company) Deputy General Counsel - Global Charitable Foundation (Prior position: Vice President & Deputy General Counsel, Leading, U.S. Based Humanitarian Organization) Deputy General Counsel - Multinational Government Contractor (Prior position: Senior-Level Government Contracts Attorney, Global Defense Contractor) General Counsel – Leading Global Research Firm (Prior position: Acting General Counsel for Corporate Subsidiary of Global Airline Services Company) General Counsel – Publicly-Traded, Internet Security Technology Company (Prior position: General Counsel, Vice President & Corporate Secretary, Developer of Consumer Electronics Software Products) Vice President, Legal – Privately-Held Commercial Real Estate Development Company (Prior position: Partner, Real Estate Development & Finance, AmLaw 100 Firm) General Counsel & COO – Investment Advisor (Prior position: Securities Counsel, Global Law Firm) General Counsel – National Consumer Association (Prior position: Legislative Director, Congressional Committee) General Counsel – Southern-Based Specialty Parts Manufacturer (Prior position: Corporate/Commercial Partner, DC-Based Law Firm) Division General Counsel – Fortune 500 Government Contractor (Prior Position: Partner, National Law Firm) Director of Legal Affairs & General Counsel – Not-For-Profit National Hospital System (Prior position: Deputy General Counsel, Not-For-Profit Organization) Vice President, General Counsel – $4 Billion Consumer Products/Retail Corporation (Prior position: Assistant Corporate Counsel, Fortune 50 Global Corporation) General Counsel – Diversified Communications Services Provider (Prior position: General Counsel, Fortune 300 Company) General Counsel – Leading Medical Industry Trade Association (Prior position: Litigation Partner, AmLaw 50 Firm) General Counsel – Internet Marketing Company (Prior position: Deputy General Counsel, Wireless Communications Company) General Counsel – Privately-Held Electronic Payment Processing Company (Prior position: General Counsel, Publicly-Traded Technology Company) General Counsel – U.S. Subsidiary of International Security Solutions Company (Prior Position: General Counsel, Internationally Recognized Non-Profit Organization) General Counsel – Privately-Held Voice Encryption Technology Company (Prior position: Director of Contracts & Pricing, Government Contractor) Vice President, Head of North American Legal – Internationally-Based Toll Road Owner and Operator (Prior position: Deputy General Counsel, Energy Solutions Company) General Counsel – National Non-Profit Human Services Organization (Prior position: Assistant General Counsel, Leading National Non-Profit) Senior Vice President, Chief of Civil Litigation – National Entertainment-Oriented Trade Association (Prior position: Partner, AmLaw 10 Firm) Deputy General Counsel, Investment Banking Division – International Investment Bank (Prior position: Associate, NY-Based International Law Firm) Deputy General Counsel, Corporate – Global Communications Company (Prior position: Assistant General Counsel, Head of M&A, Fortune 100 Company) Senior Vice President, Deputy General Counsel – Publicly-Traded Real Estate Development Company (Prior position: General Counsel, Technology Company) Deputy General Counsel – International Manufacturer & Distributor for Culinary Products (Prior position: Assistant General Counsel, Fortune 10 Corporation) Vice President, Deputy General Counsel – International Media Company (Prior position: Deputy General Counsel, International Sports and Marketing Company) Deputy General Counsel – International Consumer Products Company (Prior position: Counsel, AmLaw 5 Firm) Assistant/Associate General Counsel: Corporate Counsel - Real Estate Asset Management Company (Prior position: Senior Associate, Tax Litigation, Washington, D.C. Office of International Firm) Vice President and Associate General Counsel, Commercial Transactions – Washington, D.C. Based Financial Services Industry Leader (Prior position: Corporate Counsel, Global, Mission-Driven Trade Association) Tax Counsel - National Association for U.S. Investment Companies (Prior Position: Senior Tax Associate, Washington, D.C. Office of Global Firm) Senior Legal Counsel - Privately-Held, Maryland Based Data Management Company (Prior position: Senior Associate, Intellectual Property & Technology Transactions, AmLaw Top 200 Firm) Associate General Counsel, Disputes & Litigation (Part-Time) - Leading, Consumer Oriented Technology Company (Prior position: Senior Associate, Nationally Recognized Media Law Boutique Firm) Associate General Counsel, Government Contracts - Global Leader in Federal Sector Management, Technology and Security Consulting Services (Prior position: Principal, Associate General Counsel, Leading Provider of Information Technology and Consulting Services to Commercial and Governmental Entities) Legal Counsel, Commercial Transactions - Multinational Professional Services Firm (Prior position: Mid-Level Project Finance Associate, Baltimore Office of AmLaw Top 25 Firm) Litigation Corporate Counsel - Premier Global Government Contractor, Litigation Group (Prior position: Senior Counsel, Leading Government Contracts Practice at AmLaw 100 Firm) Director, Capital Markets Compliance – Public, Government-Sponsored Enterprise (Prior position: Deputy General Counsel and Chief Compliance Officer, Publicly-Traded Capital Markets Firm) Assistant General Counsel, Government Contracts - Multi-Billion Dollar Aviation & Services Contractor (Prior position: Assistant General Counsel, Multinational Professional Services Firm) Commercial Transactions Counsel - Leading, Online Educational Technology Company (Prior position: Junior Associate, Small General Practice Firm) Associate General Counsel, Employment Law - Global Leader in Federal Sector Management, Technology and Security Consulting Services (Prior position: Corporate Counsel, Multinational Corporation in the Travel Industry) Junior Corporate Counsel - Mid-Western Based Transportation & Development Company (Prior position: Junior Associate, Small Corporate Boutique Firm) Legal Counsel, Complex Commercial Transactions - Multinational Professional Services Firm (Prior position: Mid-Level Corporate M&A Associate, AmLaw Top 100 Firm) Real Estate Finance Counsel - National Financial Services & Private Investment Group (Prior position: Mid-Level Associate, Regional Real Estate & Construction Law Boutique Firm) Senior Counsel, Transactions - Maryland Based, Pre-IPO Software Company (Prior position: Mid-Level Corporate M&A Associate, Leading Corporate Practice of AmLaw Top 50 Firm) Associate General Counsel, Global Mobility - Global Leader in Federal Sector Management, Technology and Security Consulting Services (Prior position: Director & Counsel, Global Employment Law, Global Biopharmaceutical Company) Senior Corporate & Securities Counsel - Leading, Online Educational Technology Company (Prior position: Assistant General Counsel, Virginia Based Technology Company) Corporate Counsel - Global Defense Contractor (Prior position: Senior Government Contracts Attorney, Department of Defense) Assistant General Counsel, Transactions - Regional Infrastructure and Development Company (Prior position: Senior Corporate Associate, AmLaw Top 25 Firm) Senior Labor & Employment Counsel - Rapidly Expanding, Global Government Contracts Services Company (Prior position: Internationally Based Labor & Employment Attorney, Leading Airline Carrier) Associate General Counsel Corporate M&A - Global Leader in Federal Sector Management, Technology and Security Consulting Services (Prior position: Senior Corporate Associate, AmLaw Top 50 Firm) Associate General Counsel, Commercial Transactions - Leading, Consumer Oriented Technology Company (Prior position: Associate General Counsel, Publicly-Traded Network Infrastructure Company) Associate General Counsel, Labor & Employment - Global Consulting Firm (Prior position: Employment Associate, AmLaw 50 Firm) Legal Counsel, Complex Commercial Transactions - Multinational Professional Services Firm (Prior position: Mid-Level Global Transactions Associate, Magic Circle Firm) Corporate Counsel, Government Contracts - Global Defense Contractor (Prior position: Senior Counsel, AmLaw Top 30 International Firm) Senior Vice President, Associate General Counsel - Virginia Based, Publicly-Traded Asset Management and Real Estate Development Company (Prior position: Real Estate Counsel, Washington, D.C. Based, Privately-Held Real Estate Development and Property Management Company) Investigations Counsel (West Coast) - Global Aerospace & Defense Technology Company (Prior position: Senior White Collar Litigation & Internal Investigations Associate, High-End California Based Litigation Boutique) Senior Counsel, University Contracts - Leading, Online Educational Technology Company (Prior position: Counsel, Global SaaS Provider of Educational Content) Counsel, Government Contracts - Global Leader in Federal Sector Management, Technology and Security Consulting Services (Prior position: Associate, AmLaw 200 Law Firm with Leading Government Contracts Practice) Vice President, Associate General Counsel – Washington, D.C. Based Solar Energy Finance, Trading and Development Company (Prior position: Counsel, AmLaw Top 30 Firm with Leading Project Finance Practice) Vice President, Associate General Counsel – Virginia Based, Publicly-Traded Asset Management and Real Estate Development Company (Prior position: Real Estate Partner, General Business Law Boutique Firm) Associate General Counsel, Government Contracts - Global Leader in Federal Sector Management, Technology and Security Consulting Services (Prior position: Government Contracts Partner, AmLaw 200 Firm) Litigation Counsel - Fortune 50 Company (Prior position: Senior Attorney, Department of Justice) Associate General Counsel, Government Contracts - Global Leader in Federal Sector Management, Technology and Security Consulting Services (Prior position: Senior Trial Counsel, Department of Justice) Senior Director, Assistant General Counsel, Commercial Legal Group - Global Leader in Cloud Infrastructure Technology (Prior position: Deputy Associate Solicitor (Government Contracts), Department of Labor) Associate General Counsel, Government Contracts - Leading, Global Defense Contractor (Prior position: Associate Counsel, Department of the Navy) Corporate Counsel - Leading, Global Defense Contractor (Prior position: Assistant United States Attorney with Prior Tenure in AmLaw Top 50 Firm) Associate General Counsel, Government Contracts – Global Management Consulting Firm (Prior position: Assistant General Counsel/Director, Fortune 100 Company) Corporate Counsel, Americas – Global Leader in Sports Content Broadcasting (Prior position: Counsel, Technology Transactions, Global Manufacturing Company) Assistant General Counsel, Corporate – Commercial Real Estate Information Company (Prior position: Corporate Associate, AmLaw 50 Firm) Chief Patent Counsel – Fortune 200 Multi-National Company (Prior position: Counsel, National Law Firm) Associate General Counsel, Employee Benefits – Publicly-Traded Defense Contractor (Prior position: Senior Erisa Attorney, Fortune 50 Company) Vice President, Assistant General Counsel and Staff Attorney/Director of Risk Management – International Hospitality Corporation (Prior positions: Franchise Counsel, AmLaw 100 Firm and Corporate/Commercial Counsel, AmLaw 10 Firm) Lead Real Estate/Leasing Counsel – Premier Management Consulting Firm (Prior position: Real Estate Associate, AmLaw 200 Firm) Head Securities Counsel & Compliance Officer – DC-Based Private Equity Fund (Prior position: Senior Associate, Investment Management Boutique Firm) Chief Intellectual Property Counsel – Publicly-Traded Biotechnology Company (Prior position: Patent Counsel (Biotechnology), National Law Firm) Senior Real Estate Counsel – Start-Up Satellite Company Providing Internet Service (Prior Position: Deputy General Counsel, Technology Start-Up) Director of Legislative and Regulatory Affairs – Not-For-Profit Media Company (Prior position: Partner, National Law Firm) Associate General Counsel – Privately-Held Multi-Disciplinary Real Estate Developer (Prior position: Senior Associate, Premier DC-Based Firm) Senior Regulatory Counsel – Industry Leading Telecommunications Company (Prior position: General Counsel, Not-For-Profit) Assistant Corporate Secretary & Counsel; Managing Counsel, Litigation; Counsel, Litigation; and Counsel, Litigation – Electronic Registry Company in Financial Services Industry (Prior positions: General Counsel, Start-Up Software Company; Senior Insurance Litigation Associate, Leading Litigation Boutique Firm; Staff Attorney, AmLaw 200 Firm; and Senior Associate, AmLaw 50 Firm) Intellectual Property Counsel – Fortune 500 Communications Company (Prior position: Patent Associate, International Law Firm) Assistant General Counsel – Music Industry Trade Association (Prior position: Deputy General Counsel, Leading DC-Area Sports Organization) Associate General Counsel, Employment; Associate General Counsel, Government Contracts; Counsel, SEC Compliance & Corporate Governance; and Counsel, Government Contracts – Global Leader in Management Consulting Services (Prior positions: Employment Law Associate, AmLaw 50 Firm; Government Contracts Counsel, Leading Biotech Company; Mid-Level Corporate Associate, NY Office of AmLaw 10 Firm; and Junior Associate, DC Firm with Leading Government Contracts Practice) Corporate Counsel, Licensing – Global Leader in VOIP Communication Services (Prior position: Associate (Trademark, Copyright and Licensing), Intellectual Property Boutique Firm) Assistant General Counsel – Full-Service Health Care Provider (Prior position: Junior, Health Care Regulatory Attorney, CMS) Assistant Tax Counsel and Assistant General Counsel, Securities – Not-For-Profit Industry Organization (Prior positions: Mid-Level Transactional (Financial Products) Tax Associate, N.Y.-Based Law Firm and Investment Management Associate, Regional Law Firm) Director, Government Contracts Counsel (2) – International Professional Services Firm (Prior positions: Mid-Level Associate, AmLaw 50 Firm and Senior-Level Associate, AmLaw 100 Firm) Regulatory Counsel – Leading Agro-Chemical Company (Prior position: FDA Regulatory Attorney with $4 Billion Company Based in the Mid-West) Associate General Counsel (Technology Licensing and Commercial Contracts) and Senior Associate General Counsel (Intellectual Property and Patents) – Global Communications Company (Prior positions: Senior Associate, Technology Transactions, AmLaw 100 Firm and Associate General Counsel, Software Industry Corporation) Erisa Counsel, Tax Qualified Plans – Investment Firm (Prior position: Senior Associate, Employee Benefits, AmLaw 100 Firm) Recruiting In-House < Back to For Employers 7. Candidate integration We remain in contact with the placed candidate to ensure that their transition is going smoothly. We are your business partner throughout the hiring and onboarding process and are always available to answer transition questions or concerns – or anything else on your mind. We are proud that 98.3% of our candidates remain with our client organization for at least one year and, typically, many more. 7 Proven Steps That Drive Hiring Success Kaitlyn Hunter Bio Nancy Palermo Bio Key Contacts: For Employers Recruiting In-House Home 1. Tell your story A successful placement starts with your unique story – it functions as the foundation of our hiring process. Garrison will work closely with you to ensure your search will resonate with the right candidates as quickly as possible. Together we will cover: The role and corresponding candidate profile you need The strategic goals you hope to achieve with the new hire Search parameters, compensation package, and internal vetting process Personality, core values, and cultural fit Key selling points that will resonate with your target candidate We will help you craft a position description and compelling advertisement that accurately and effectively tells your story, so it will appeal to the professional skills and personal characteristics of your target candidate. READ LESS 1. Tell your story READ MORE A successful placement starts with your unique story – it functions as the foundation of our hiring process. Garrison will work closely with you to ensure... 6. Reference checking and giving notice At your request, Garrison will conduct background and reference checks at the appropriate time. Our clients have told us on numerous occasions that our reference check process is far more comprehensive – and informative – than anything else they have seen. When it’s time to give notice, we help the candidate prepare and avoid the most common pitfalls during this often emotionally challenging period. We ensure they know what to say, how to say it, when and how to address counteroffers, and other issues that risk undermining their acceptance of your offer. 2. We know where and how to look We source candidates from our proprietary database of 40,000 lawyers, highlighting those who align with the expertise and skills you require. We supplement our pool with two commercial databases to ensure the most comprehensive coverage. This will include those currently practicing in law firms, corporate legal departments (including trade associations and not-for-profit entities), and the government (if appropriate). Beyond this, we rely on our extensive and trusted referral network of contacts to source and gain access to candidates who might be otherwise under the radar, including candidates who are not actively on the market but open to hearing about unique opportunities. This results in the strongest candidates for your consideration. Our outreach to candidates on your behalf is highly targeted and personal. On a bi-weekly basis, we will give you updates on our efforts, as well as relevant market and candidate feedback. 3. Screening and presentation Our process for selecting who to present is comprehensive, including experience, reasons for considering a move, alignment of compensation expectations, timing of bonuses, and other intangibles. When a candidate passes our initial telephone screening, an in-person or virtual meeting is scheduled with an experienced recruiter in our In-House Division. When we present candidates, you will receive a detailed candidate summary of relevant information. We will then connect with you personally to provide perspectives and answer initial questions. 5. Offer and negotiation support We’re right beside you through the offer and negotiation process to help anticipate and smooth out any issues regarding compensation or other important offer terms. 5. Offer and negotiation support Representative Placements 2. We know where and how to look 1. Tell your story 7. Candidate integration 3. Screening and presentation 4. Interview support and selection 6. Reference checking and giving notice What clients are saying: Since engaging Garrison, I haven't considered looking for other recruiting firms -- there is simply no need. Todd Glassman General Counsel, 2U, Inc. While we often are requested to first source potential candidates through internal means, every time I have a challenging or mission critical opening, I immediately pick up the phone and call Garrison. Director of Legal Recruiting Leading transportation management and development company President and former General Counsel Leading media technology company Garrison takes good care of me – they’re sensitive to the needs of my company, communicate honestly and are interested most in the long-term business relationship. I’ve never used any firm other than Garrison for legal searches. That’s how good they are. High touch. High truth. High trust. 500+ In-House Placements in Washington DC, Maryland and Northern Virginia 100+ Corporations at which we have made placements 1986 Year we began recruiting attorneys 98.2% Of our placements stay with their new employer for at least one year Our Recruiters Reach out to our team:

Reach out to our team: Our Recruiters Sep 8, 2024 Roy Goldberg joins Clark Hill Roy Goldberg, previously Partner at Stinson, has joined Clark Hill as Member in the firm's Litigation Team. Roy represents airlines, airports, fixed-base operators, charter companies, helicopter companies, and other aviation industry entities in regulatory and litigation matters. Back to News and Insights Recent Posts Feb 9, 2026 Garrison quoted in American Lawyer Dan Binstock was quoted in " Austin, Atlanta, Nashville and Denver Stay Hot, as Firms Use Group Moves to Enter Secondary Markets ," (American Lawyer Online, 2/9/26). Jan 28, 2026 Justin Becker rejoins Sidley Austin Justin Becker, previously Partner at Baker McKenzie, has rejoined Sidley Austin as Partner in the firm's Chambers Band 1 Global Arbitration, Trade & Advocacy Practice. Justin has extensive experience representing clients in antidumping and countervailing duty proceedings before the U.S. Department of Commerce and the U.S. International Trade Commission, advising on trade policy and national security investigations. Jan 28, 2026 Nichole Shustack joins ArentFox Schiff Nichole Shustack, previoulsy Partner at Nutter, has joined ArentFox Schiff as Partner in the firm's Food, Drug, Medical Device & Cosmetic Practice. Nichole counsels public and private companies of every size, from household names to startups, on day-to-day operations and growth strategies, including compliance with federal and state regulations, trade practices, commercial agreements, distribution matters, and coordination of actual and potential recalls.

Reach out to our team: Our Recruiters Aug 15, 2023 Carla Hine joins Weil, Gotshal & Manges Carla Hine, previously Partner at Kirkland & Ellis, has joined Weil, Gotshal & Manges as Counsel in the firm's Antitrust/Competition Group. Carla focuses her practice on mergers and acquisitions, joint ventures, and compliance with the Hart-Scott-Rodino (HSR) Act. Back to News and Insights Recent Posts Feb 9, 2026 Garrison quoted in American Lawyer Dan Binstock was quoted in " Austin, Atlanta, Nashville and Denver Stay Hot, as Firms Use Group Moves to Enter Secondary Markets ," (American Lawyer Online, 2/9/26). Jan 28, 2026 Justin Becker rejoins Sidley Austin Justin Becker, previously Partner at Baker McKenzie, has rejoined Sidley Austin as Partner in the firm's Chambers Band 1 Global Arbitration, Trade & Advocacy Practice. Justin has extensive experience representing clients in antidumping and countervailing duty proceedings before the U.S. Department of Commerce and the U.S. International Trade Commission, advising on trade policy and national security investigations. Jan 28, 2026 Nichole Shustack joins ArentFox Schiff Nichole Shustack, previoulsy Partner at Nutter, has joined ArentFox Schiff as Partner in the firm's Food, Drug, Medical Device & Cosmetic Practice. Nichole counsels public and private companies of every size, from household names to startups, on day-to-day operations and growth strategies, including compliance with federal and state regulations, trade practices, commercial agreements, distribution matters, and coordination of actual and potential recalls.

Reach out to our team: Our Recruiters Mar 20, 2023 Ann Batlle rejoins Morgan, Lewis & Bockius Ann Batlle, previously Deputy General Counsel at Howard Hughes Medical Institute, has rejoined Morgan, Lewis & Bockius as Partner. Ms. Batlle advises medical research organizations, private foundations, and public charities on tax, executive compensation and employee benefits issues, intellectual property and research matters, and grantmaking. Back to News and Insights Recent Posts Feb 9, 2026 Garrison quoted in American Lawyer Dan Binstock was quoted in " Austin, Atlanta, Nashville and Denver Stay Hot, as Firms Use Group Moves to Enter Secondary Markets ," (American Lawyer Online, 2/9/26). Jan 28, 2026 Justin Becker rejoins Sidley Austin Justin Becker, previously Partner at Baker McKenzie, has rejoined Sidley Austin as Partner in the firm's Chambers Band 1 Global Arbitration, Trade & Advocacy Practice. Justin has extensive experience representing clients in antidumping and countervailing duty proceedings before the U.S. Department of Commerce and the U.S. International Trade Commission, advising on trade policy and national security investigations. Jan 28, 2026 Nichole Shustack joins ArentFox Schiff Nichole Shustack, previoulsy Partner at Nutter, has joined ArentFox Schiff as Partner in the firm's Food, Drug, Medical Device & Cosmetic Practice. Nichole counsels public and private companies of every size, from household names to startups, on day-to-day operations and growth strategies, including compliance with federal and state regulations, trade practices, commercial agreements, distribution matters, and coordination of actual and potential recalls.

Reach out to our team: Our Recruiters Jul 19, 2023 Scott Border, Daniel Chaudoin and Caitlin Mandel join Winston & Strawn Scott Border, previously Partner at Sidley Austin and Daniel Chaudoin and Caitlin Mandel, previously Partners at Kirkland & Ellis, have joined Winston & Strawn as Partners in the firm's Litigation Department. Back to News and Insights Recent Posts Feb 9, 2026 Garrison quoted in American Lawyer Dan Binstock was quoted in " Austin, Atlanta, Nashville and Denver Stay Hot, as Firms Use Group Moves to Enter Secondary Markets ," (American Lawyer Online, 2/9/26). Jan 28, 2026 Justin Becker rejoins Sidley Austin Justin Becker, previously Partner at Baker McKenzie, has rejoined Sidley Austin as Partner in the firm's Chambers Band 1 Global Arbitration, Trade & Advocacy Practice. Justin has extensive experience representing clients in antidumping and countervailing duty proceedings before the U.S. Department of Commerce and the U.S. International Trade Commission, advising on trade policy and national security investigations. Jan 28, 2026 Nichole Shustack joins ArentFox Schiff Nichole Shustack, previoulsy Partner at Nutter, has joined ArentFox Schiff as Partner in the firm's Food, Drug, Medical Device & Cosmetic Practice. Nichole counsels public and private companies of every size, from household names to startups, on day-to-day operations and growth strategies, including compliance with federal and state regulations, trade practices, commercial agreements, distribution matters, and coordination of actual and potential recalls.

Reach out to our team: Our Recruiters Apr 17, 2024 Roger Swartzwelder joins Thompson Coburn Roger Swartzwelder, previously Shareholder at Maynard Nexsen, has joined Thompson Coburn as Partner in the firm's Higher Education Practice. Roger represents institutions of higher education in a wide array of regulatory, accreditation, and operational issues. Back to News and Insights Recent Posts Feb 9, 2026 Garrison quoted in American Lawyer Dan Binstock was quoted in " Austin, Atlanta, Nashville and Denver Stay Hot, as Firms Use Group Moves to Enter Secondary Markets ," (American Lawyer Online, 2/9/26). Jan 28, 2026 Justin Becker rejoins Sidley Austin Justin Becker, previously Partner at Baker McKenzie, has rejoined Sidley Austin as Partner in the firm's Chambers Band 1 Global Arbitration, Trade & Advocacy Practice. Justin has extensive experience representing clients in antidumping and countervailing duty proceedings before the U.S. Department of Commerce and the U.S. International Trade Commission, advising on trade policy and national security investigations. Jan 28, 2026 Nichole Shustack joins ArentFox Schiff Nichole Shustack, previoulsy Partner at Nutter, has joined ArentFox Schiff as Partner in the firm's Food, Drug, Medical Device & Cosmetic Practice. Nichole counsels public and private companies of every size, from household names to startups, on day-to-day operations and growth strategies, including compliance with federal and state regulations, trade practices, commercial agreements, distribution matters, and coordination of actual and potential recalls.

Reach out to our team: Our Recruiters Apr 20, 2025 Eric Greig joins Cooley Eric Greig, previously Partner at Latham & Watkins, has joined Cooley as Partner in the firm's Life Sciences and Healthcare Regulatory Practice. Eric advises clients on healthcare regulatory matters, market access strategies and reimbursement issues across the medical device, pharmaceutical, digital health, biotechnology, diagnostics and healthcare services sectors. Back to News and Insights Recent Posts Feb 9, 2026 Garrison quoted in American Lawyer Dan Binstock was quoted in " Austin, Atlanta, Nashville and Denver Stay Hot, as Firms Use Group Moves to Enter Secondary Markets ," (American Lawyer Online, 2/9/26). Jan 28, 2026 Justin Becker rejoins Sidley Austin Justin Becker, previously Partner at Baker McKenzie, has rejoined Sidley Austin as Partner in the firm's Chambers Band 1 Global Arbitration, Trade & Advocacy Practice. Justin has extensive experience representing clients in antidumping and countervailing duty proceedings before the U.S. Department of Commerce and the U.S. International Trade Commission, advising on trade policy and national security investigations. Jan 28, 2026 Nichole Shustack joins ArentFox Schiff Nichole Shustack, previoulsy Partner at Nutter, has joined ArentFox Schiff as Partner in the firm's Food, Drug, Medical Device & Cosmetic Practice. Nichole counsels public and private companies of every size, from household names to startups, on day-to-day operations and growth strategies, including compliance with federal and state regulations, trade practices, commercial agreements, distribution matters, and coordination of actual and potential recalls.

Reach out to our team: Our Recruiters Nov 28, 2023 Vanessa Richelle Wilson joins Akin Gump Strauss Hauer & Feld Vanessa Richelle Wilson, previously Partner at DLA Piper, has joined Akin Gump Strauss Hauer & Feld as Partner in the firm's Projects & Energy Transition Practice. Vanessa focuses on a wide range of energy transactions including renewable generation projects, energy storage facilities, hydrogen production facilities, transmission systems, gas-fired power generation facilities, and natural gas pipelines. Back to News and Insights Recent Posts Feb 9, 2026 Garrison quoted in American Lawyer Dan Binstock was quoted in " Austin, Atlanta, Nashville and Denver Stay Hot, as Firms Use Group Moves to Enter Secondary Markets ," (American Lawyer Online, 2/9/26). Jan 28, 2026 Justin Becker rejoins Sidley Austin Justin Becker, previously Partner at Baker McKenzie, has rejoined Sidley Austin as Partner in the firm's Chambers Band 1 Global Arbitration, Trade & Advocacy Practice. Justin has extensive experience representing clients in antidumping and countervailing duty proceedings before the U.S. Department of Commerce and the U.S. International Trade Commission, advising on trade policy and national security investigations. Jan 28, 2026 Nichole Shustack joins ArentFox Schiff Nichole Shustack, previoulsy Partner at Nutter, has joined ArentFox Schiff as Partner in the firm's Food, Drug, Medical Device & Cosmetic Practice. Nichole counsels public and private companies of every size, from household names to startups, on day-to-day operations and growth strategies, including compliance with federal and state regulations, trade practices, commercial agreements, distribution matters, and coordination of actual and potential recalls.

Reach out to our team: Our Recruiters Aug 10, 2025 Maida Oringher Lerner and Rita Heimes join Akin Gump Maida Oringher Lerner and Rita Heimes, previously Senior Counsels at Crowell & Moring, have joined Akin Gump as Senior Counsels in the firm's Cybersecurity, Privacy & Data Protection Practice. Maida and Rita advise clients on cybersecurity and privacy matters. Back to News and Insights Recent Posts Feb 9, 2026 Garrison quoted in American Lawyer Dan Binstock was quoted in " Austin, Atlanta, Nashville and Denver Stay Hot, as Firms Use Group Moves to Enter Secondary Markets ," (American Lawyer Online, 2/9/26). Jan 28, 2026 Justin Becker rejoins Sidley Austin Justin Becker, previously Partner at Baker McKenzie, has rejoined Sidley Austin as Partner in the firm's Chambers Band 1 Global Arbitration, Trade & Advocacy Practice. Justin has extensive experience representing clients in antidumping and countervailing duty proceedings before the U.S. Department of Commerce and the U.S. International Trade Commission, advising on trade policy and national security investigations. Jan 28, 2026 Nichole Shustack joins ArentFox Schiff Nichole Shustack, previoulsy Partner at Nutter, has joined ArentFox Schiff as Partner in the firm's Food, Drug, Medical Device & Cosmetic Practice. Nichole counsels public and private companies of every size, from household names to startups, on day-to-day operations and growth strategies, including compliance with federal and state regulations, trade practices, commercial agreements, distribution matters, and coordination of actual and potential recalls.

With 20+ years in the DC legal market, Amy knows the legal market’s players and process — and her contacts benefit from her reputation as a Washington insider. She leverages the expertise and connections she has developed over two decades to help lawyers and legal employers find what they are looking for. Amy understands which attorneys are likely to make a successful move, how to launch an effective search, which practice areas are most in demand, and how that plays into your approach. Amy K. Savage Partner asavage@g-s.com 202.684.3090 1627 I Street, NW Suite 1230 Washington, DC 20006 WHAT IT'S LIKE TO WORK WITH ME I care about the people who trust me with their searches, which is why I take a personalized approach to lateral moves. From initial conversations and market research, to crafting compelling pitches and preparing you for interviews, I am actively involved in tailoring your search at every stage. When it comes time to negotiate final terms, my compensation expertise will give you an advantage. Beyond the search, I am invested in your success and have even introduced firms and candidates to potential clients and referral sources. OVERVIEW With 20+ years in the DC legal market, Amy knows the legal market’s players and process — and her contacts benefit from her reputation as a Washington insider. She leverages the expertise and connections she has developed over two decades to help lawyers and legal employers find what they are looking for. Amy understands which attorneys are likely to make a successful move, how to launch an effective search, which practice areas are most in demand, and how that plays into your approach. Working with candidates Contrary to what many will say, all firms are not alike - each platform differs in what it has to offer. The best firm for someone else is not necessarily the best for you and your clients. Amy helps find the strongest platform for you with an initial, exploratory conversation about you, your practice, your clients, your goals, and other key factors like rates, conflicts, and the presence of other complementary practice areas. Amy will then gather market intelligence and present options that align with your goals and background. Amy knows which firms are interested in hiring in specific practice areas and she has access to key decision makers; she will help you navigate the process, simplify the recruiting process, save you time, ensure a more effective search, and help you secure a better result than you can on your own. In addition to working with current law firm partners, Amy also works with Senate-confirmed and other high-level government attorneys. Those candidates face issues those already in private practice do not – how to make a business case without immediately portable business, with whom to speak about recusals, how to address limitations on appearances and compensation after departure, and so much more. Government attorneys can rely on Amy’s expertise to help them navigate those and other questions. More generally, Amy helps senior lawyers and groups advance their careers by making strategic lateral moves to the right firms at the right time. Her success stems in part from her unique ability to align an attorney's skills, aspirations, and (potential or existing) client base with the right platform. Working with employers Amy is widely regarded as one of the most skilled and knowledgeable legal recruiters in the region. She has worked with dozens of law firms to enhance their DC presence and build out both emerging and well-established practices. Hiring teams reach out to Amy because she is effective. She explores the driving forces behind the searches (such as growth, succession, replacement, client demand), as well as key factors that need to be considered to ensure a strong fit. She then uses that information to craft an approach that helps bring the right candidates to the platform. She ensures that the first, lasting impression the candidate has of the firm is accurate and engaging. As stated by an AmLaw 15 firm: “[Amy] knows exactly what we are looking for and never fails to provide top-notch candidates.” CREDENTIALS Prior to joining Garrison, Amy served as the National Chair of the Government Regulatory & Enforcement Group of a large attorney recruiting agency. She graduated with honors from Georgetown University Law Center in 2000, and later moved from practicing law to legal recruiting, bringing experience and insight gleaned from her years at law firms to her work with candidates and clients. Now a recognized expert on legal career issues, Amy has spoken about the DC legal market to numerous law schools (including Yale, Harvard, UVA, Columbia, and Georgetown), presented at key professional associations like NALP and WALRAA, and is relied upon for her thought leadership by the legal press (including ALM, Bloomberg, Law360, and Above the Law). She has also served as an expert witness in federal court on matters related to attorney compensation – experience that makes her uniquely qualified to negotiate on behalf of her candidates. REPRESENTATIVE PLACEMENTS The high-profile candidates with whom Amy has worked include Chambers-Ranked partners, team chairs, elected officials, Senate-confirmed officials, U.S. Attorneys, and senior attorneys from EPA, FERC, DOJ, and other agencies. Amy has negotiated offers for them from a range of firms, from the most prestigious and visible practices in the United States to smaller boutiques. TESTIMONIALS “When it came time for me to think about returning to private practice after over two years as a senior political appointee [], I called only one recruiter: Amy. Her knowledge of the legal market for laterals coming out of government was encyclopedic. She excelled at getting me very quickly in front of the senior leadership of a select number of firms of the highest caliber. And her advice on structuring a business plan, preparing for interviews, and compensation was indispensable. I recommend Amy wholeheartedly and without reservation.” Chambers-Ranked Partner “Amy is the recruiter law firms turn to for their most critical searches because she genuinely cares about her clients. Her deep expertise and strong relationships make her a trusted and successful partner.” Firmwide Director of Partner Recruiting, AmLaw Firm “Amy’s expertise with attorney compensation structures combined with her market knowledge proved to be a winning formula, and she secured multiple offers for me, with highly favorable terms.” Chambers-Ranked Partner “Amy is an exceptional legal recruiter with uncanny insight into the DC legal market, particularly for individuals leaving government. She deploys that insight to her clients in order to maximize the probability that the candidates with whom she works enter new positions that are long-term and productive fits. Amy also works with clients to develop a strong plan that leverages the strengths that her clients bring to employer to ensure that the offers received are the best possible under the market conditions….” Former AUSA turned General Counsel “[Amy] listened to the practices I wanted to focus on, helped me target my search, and then pointed me towards some wonderful opportunities that I wouldn't have known about otherwise. She helped me secure an interview within weeks of when we started working together and I accepted an offer shortly thereafter. Throughout, she quickly gathered information for me and responded to all of my questions, ensuring that I understood where things stood in the firm's decision-making process and had all the information I needed to decide how to respond to the offer.” NGO fellow who landed a position in a highly specialized legal practice “Amy was retained by [a law firm] to help find someone with my skillset to augment its practice … While she was a great advocate for the firm, she also gave me sound advice and insight that helped me make the selection that made the most sense for me. Thanks to Amy I've found a new professional home.” Agency General Counsel, who accepted position as a practice group chair MEDIA, WRITING, AND SPEAKING Amy is a trusted speaker and author on lateral attorney issues. Frequently cited by national publications for her expertise in attorney hiring, she has also presented lectures for top-ranked law schools (including Yale and Harvard), given presentations for the nation’s leading legal placement associations (NALP and WALRAA), and has written articles for The Legal Times, AboveTheLaw, and other publications. Recent Articles (as industry commentator) "Lateral Activity From 'Perfect Storm' of Market Factors Expected to Surge in 2026 ," National Law Journal (January 12, 2026) "What Will Shape The DC Legal Market In 2026 ," Law360 (January 5, 2026) "DC Firm Hiring From Government Skyrocketed In 2025 ," Law360 (December 19, 2025) "Big Law Hires From Government—'Like Nothing We've Ever Seen'—Jumped 225% in the DC Region This Year ," National Law Journal (December 12, 2025) "Amid Turmoil at Virginia U.S. Attorney’s Office, Big Law Firms Are Hitting Their Hiring Limit, " National Law Journal (October 14, 2025) "Innovation Aids Client Satisfaction, Retention, but Does It Boost Profits? " The American Lawyer (September 26, 2025) "Facing a Tough Job Market in Big Law, Staying Put Might Pay Off Later For Government Attorneys ," The American Lawyer (August 21, 2025). "These Laterals Are Seen as a 'Huge Win' in the Talent War. Here's How Big Law Is Building Around 'Boomerangs' ," The American Lawyer (August 20, 2025). "Trump’s Slew of Federal Layoffs Is Benefitting at Least One Industry ," Politico (August 4, 2025) "Mayer Brown Lateral Cut Loose Over Social Media Posts Highlights 'Uneven' Vetting Process in Big Law ," The American Lawyer (July 25, 2025) "Former DOJ Civil Rights Lawyers Flooding D.C. Litigation Talent Market ," The American Lawyer (June 5, 2025) "The 2025 NLJ 500: After Head Count Growth Exploded Last Year, Law Firms Pull in the Reins ," Law.com (June 5, 2025) "What's Life Like For a Nonequity Partner? From Duties to Duration to Tax Status, the Answer Is Complicated, " The American Lawyer (May 6, 2025) "Cut a Deal or File a Suit? Every Big Law Response to Trump Scrutiny Is a Blueprint, " The American Lawyer (March 20, 2025) "BigLaw Hiring From Gov't Up As Trump Slashes Agencies ," Law360 (March 17, 2025) "How Gov't Attys Can Prepare For A Private Sector Job Search ," Law360 (February 19, 2025) "Government Attys Crowd Legal Job Market Amid Trump Cuts ," Law360 (February 14, 2025) "Eight-Figure Outliers Aside, These Lateral Candidates Face a 'Buyer's Market' in Big Law, " The American Lawyer (February 13, 2025) "‘High Demand’: Former Trump Admin Lawyers Leverage Connections for Big Law Work, Job ," National Law Journal (January 29, 2025). "Law Students Scramble As Federal Gov't Yanks Job Offers, " Law360 (January 24, 2025). "Government Attorneys Face Reassignment, Rescinded Job Offers in First Days of Trump Administration ," National Law Journal (January 24, 2025). "Weil Saw 20 People Leave in Partners' Lateral Move to Paul Weiss ," The American Lawyer (January 17, 2025) "As Bonus Pools Expand, Challenges Grow in Partner Compensation, " The American Lawyer (January 13, 2025) "Biggest DC Legal Industry News From 2024 ," Law360 (December 20, 2024) "Government Attorneys Are Flooding the Job Market, But Is There Room in Big Law? " National Law Journal (December 18, 2024) "Congressional Inquiry Practices To Stay Hot With GOP Sweep ," Law360 (November 26, 2024) "'There Is No Time to Waste': Matt Gaetz Withdraws From AG Nomination ," National Law Journal (November 21, 2024) "From ‘Deep Sadness’ to Little Concern, Gaetz’s Nomination Draws Sharp Reaction From Lawyers ," National Law Journal (November 20, 2024) “After Trump’s Win, DC Recruiters See Surge In Gov’t Atty Calls ,” Law360 (November 12, 2024) “Trump's Return to the White House: The Legal Industry Reacts ,” Law.com (November 6, 2024) “From Guaranteed Comp to Ethics Screens, How Big Law Navigates the Revolving Door ,” National Law Journal (October 29, 2024) “Bloomberg Law Reports on McGuireWoods ’ New Partner Hires in Washington, D.C.,” McGuireWoods (October 29, 2024) “Judicial Notice (10.20.24): Blast Off ,” Original Jurisdiction (October 20, 2024) “Legal Recruiter Amy Savage Joins Garrison as Lateral Gov't Moves Stay Busy ,” National Law Journal (October 16, 2024) “Veteran DC Recruiter Joins Garrison From Lateral Link ,” Law360 (October 16, 2024) “McGuireWoods Adds DC Partners as Election Spurs Government Exits ,” Bloomberg Law (October 9, 2024) “The Prosecutors Behind Hunter Biden's Conviction ,” National Law Journal (June 13, 2024) “Biden Antitrust Crackdown Is Boon for Law Firm Competition Work ,” Bloomberg Law (May 10, 2024) “In Big Law Partner Hiring, Business Plans Become 'Litmus Test' For Government Hires ,” National Law Journal (April 9, 2024) “Government Lawyers, Particularly at DOJ, Are 'Flooding' the Job Market ,” National Law Journal (April 3, 2024) Media, Writing, and Speaking Outside the Office What It's Like To Work With Me Overview Credentials Representative Placements Testimonials OUTSIDE THE OFFICE My husband (my college debate partner) and I have lived in the DMV for almost 30 years. We enjoy exploring Old Town Alexandria with our two pups. Virginia has always been home, but I love visiting our children in California, racing to our favorite Formula 1 events, and taking road trips to spring training for the Washington Nationals. Let’s go Nats!

Reach out to our team: Our Recruiters Jul 3, 2024 Garrison quoted in New York Law Journal Dan Binstock was quoted in " 'More Extensive' Vetting: How Law Firms Are Picking Laterals , " (National Law Journal, 7/3/24). Back to News and Insights Recent Posts Feb 9, 2026 Garrison quoted in American Lawyer Dan Binstock was quoted in " Austin, Atlanta, Nashville and Denver Stay Hot, as Firms Use Group Moves to Enter Secondary Markets ," (American Lawyer Online, 2/9/26). Jan 28, 2026 Justin Becker rejoins Sidley Austin Justin Becker, previously Partner at Baker McKenzie, has rejoined Sidley Austin as Partner in the firm's Chambers Band 1 Global Arbitration, Trade & Advocacy Practice. Justin has extensive experience representing clients in antidumping and countervailing duty proceedings before the U.S. Department of Commerce and the U.S. International Trade Commission, advising on trade policy and national security investigations. Jan 28, 2026 Nichole Shustack joins ArentFox Schiff Nichole Shustack, previoulsy Partner at Nutter, has joined ArentFox Schiff as Partner in the firm's Food, Drug, Medical Device & Cosmetic Practice. Nichole counsels public and private companies of every size, from household names to startups, on day-to-day operations and growth strategies, including compliance with federal and state regulations, trade practices, commercial agreements, distribution matters, and coordination of actual and potential recalls.