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Garrison Search is a Washington, DC-based legal search firm. As a high-end legal recruiting firm, our clients are the most elite and discerning in the legal industry. About Us High touch. High truth. High trust. Our clients say we are different, in a good way. As said by the Head of Partner Recruiting for a Global AmLaw 25 firm, “What do you get when you mix the highest levels of professionalism with good people you just want to be friends with … Garrison.” Indeed, many of our clients have become our friends over the years. Our relationships – grounded in trust and respect – enable us to operate on a higher level that’s unique in this industry. Our philosophy We believe that doing the right thing in the right way makes all the difference – professionally and personally. When you work with us, you’ll notice that: We are straight-shooters. We notice the details. We respond quickly. We don't cut corners. We are discreet. We have an uncompromising commitment to quality. Our leadership Our industry involvement provides you with access to our comprehensive network and the most current information on market trends. We are leaders in the industry (e.g., former President and Ethics Chair of the National Association of Legal Search Consultants (NALSC), Top 100 Legal Consultant and Strategist (LawDragon, 2017 - Present)). We regularly speak at industry conferences (e.g., NALP, NALSC, Association of Corporate Counsel) on lateral recruiting. We are frequently quoted in the legal media (American Lawyer, National Law Journal, Law360, Bloomberg Law, etc.). We serve as advisors to top law schools (e.g., Harvard, Stanford, Northwestern, Georgetown) on the Washington, DC legal market. We have close relationships with decision makers at law firms and in-house legal departments (we regularly sponsor and host events for both). We have served as expert witnesses on attorney compensation. Our results We consistently deliver for our clients, and our results set us apart. 2000+ attorneys placed. 98.3% of our candidates stay with their employer for over one year. 175+ law firms have hired our candidates. 75% partner retention rate after five years (industry average is 50%). 100+ corporations have hired our candidates. What does this mean for you? Confidence that you’re in capable hands. Our Recruiters Diversity, Equity and Inclusion We understand the many moving pieces involved in helping employers to create diverse, equitable and inclusive work environments. Building diverse environments that reflect our broader society takes work both on the recruiting side and with respect to post-hire integration. We appreciate the importance of presenting our employer clients with a diverse slate of candidates for every search we do, and we work diligently to achieve that goal. When we work with diverse candidates, we recognize the additional factors that should be discussed and addressed to ensure that the fit will be ideal. We are always learning and remain committed to this important aspect of the lateral market. Garrison's History Garrison (Garrison & Sisson) was founded in 1986 by Charlie Garrison, and soon thereafter, Martha Ann Sisson became a partner at the firm. Garrison was built on fundamental principles of integrity, thoroughness and excellence of service. Through the years, we have been committed to these principles when working with our clients. In 1999, Nancy Palermo joined Garrison and was promoted to partner in January of 2006 when Charlie Garrison transitioned to an Of Counsel role. Dan Binstock and Matt Schwartz joined as partners in September of 2010, after running the DC offices of two national search firms. In 2021, Martha Ann Sisson retired from the firm. Since then, partners Nancy Palermo, Dan Binstock and Matt Schwartz have led Garrison, along with a talented team of recruiters and professional staff.

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Our Recruiters Reach out to our team: All Lateral Partner Tracker - DC Garrison News and Insights 4 days ago Garrison News and Insights New "Dear Dan" column Read Dan Binstock 's latest "Dear Dan" column, " Dear Dan: Lateral Partners, Mixed Feelings, and Ghosting ." (American Lawyer Online,... Jul 28 Lateral Partner Tracker - DC Christopher Healey joins Davis Polk Christopher Healey, previously Partner at Simpson Thacher & Bartlett, has joined Davis Polk as Partner in the firm's Investment... Jul 25 Garrison News and Insights Garrison quoted in American Lawyer Dan Binstock was quoted in "'Harder to Justify' Counsel Tiers in Big Law, Amid Focus on Nonequity Partners, Lateral Recruiting."... Jul 23 Garrison News and Insights Garrison Promotes Erin Sears to Partner WASHINGTON, D.C., July 23, 2024 – Garrison today announced the promotion of Erin Sears from Vice President to Partner. “We are very... Jul 15 Lateral Partner Tracker - DC Eduardo Bruera joins Baker Donelson Eduardo Bruera, previously Associate at King & Spalding, has joined Baker Donelson as Counsel in the firm’s Complex Litigation and Class... Jul 10 Garrison News and Insights Garrison quoted in American Lawyer Dan Binstock was quoted in "Exit Strategy: The Return From Government to Big Law." (American Lawyer Online, 7/10/24). Jul 7 Lateral Partner Tracker - DC Crystal Kaldjob joins Goodwin Procter Crystal Kaldjob, previously Partner at Morrison & Foerster, has joined Goodwin Procter as Partner in the firm’s Financial Services... Jul 3 Garrison News and Insights 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). Jun 26 Garrison News and Insights Garrison quoted in National Law Journal Dan Binstock was quoted in "Where Will Trump's Prosecutors Land After Sentencing?" (National Law Journal, 6/26/24). Jun 24 Lateral Partner Tracker - DC Elliot Kaye joins Cooley Elliot Kaye, former chair of the US Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), has joined Cooley as Partner in the firm’s Global Product... Jun 24 Lateral Partner Tracker - DC Delia Deschaine joins Squire Patton Boggs Delia Deschaine, previously Member at Epstein Becker & Green, has joined Squire Patton Boggs as Partner in the firm’s Corporate Practice.... Jun 23 Lateral Partner Tracker - DC Austin Ownbey joins Akerman Austin Ownbey, previously Counsel at Foley Hoag, has joined Akerman as Partner. Austin counsels clients on a wide range of competition... Jun 18 Lateral Partner Tracker - DC Scott Jablonski joins Husch Blackwell Scott Jablonski, previously Partner at Berger Singerman, has joined Husch Blackwell as Partner in the firm's Financial Services & Capital... Jun 16 Lateral Partner Tracker - DC Victoria “Tory” Lauterbach joins Gibson Dunn Victoria “Tory” Lauterbach, previously Partner at Foley Hoag, has joined Gibson Dunn as Partner in the firm's Energy, Regulation and... Jun 14 Garrison News and Insights New "Dear Dan" column Read Dan Binstock's latest "Dear Dan" column, "Dear Dan: Blunt Advice from Top Law Firms About Legal Recruiters – Part Four: Bringing it... Jun 12 Lateral Partner Tracker - DC Matthew Lapin joins Wiley Rein Matthew Lapin, previously Partner at Porter, Wright, Morris & Arthur, has joined Wiley Rein as Special Counsel in the firm's... Jun 12 Garrison News and Insights Garrison quoted in Law360 Dan Binstock was quoted in "BigLaw Talent Wars Reach Congressional Oversight Attys." (Law360, 6/12/24). Jun 10 Lateral Partner Tracker - DC Mark Davies joins White & Case Mark Davies, previously Partner at Orrick, Herrington & Sutcliffe, has joined White & Case as Partner in the firm's Property Practice and... Jun 10 Garrison News and Insights Garrison quoted in American Lawyer Dan Binstock was quoted in "How Attorney Titles in Big Law Can Mean Everything, and Nothing, All at Once." (American Lawyer Online,... Jun 9 Lateral Partner Tracker - DC Michael Bergmann joins Cooley Michael Bergmann, previously Counsel at Cadwalader, Wickersham & Taft, has joined Cooley as Partner in the firm's Compensation and... Filter News and Insights News / Industry Moves