Business Details
27 Years
experience
Nationwide Legal Recruitment Services
Founded in 1999 by seasoned attorneys, Partners Group has redefined legal recruitment through a partnership-driven approach. Our team of former legal professionals combines deep industry knowledge with personalized service to connect law firms and in-house legal departments with top-tier talent. With a national reach and a focus on cultural alignment, we prioritize understanding client needs and candidate aspirations to ensure long-term success.Our legal background enables us to navigate the complexities of legal hiring, from general counsel placements to interim staffing solutions. Backed by decades of experience, we offer one of the industry's longest placement guarantees, reflecting our commitment to quality and precision in every match.
Services
In-House Legal Placements
Law Firm Placements
Legal Secondments
Legal Talent Search
Partner Recruitment
Details
- Year established: 1999
Highlights and features
- Our legal professionals have decades of combined in-house and law firm experience.
- We match candidates with opportunities tailored to corporate culture and philosophy.
- Our national network delivers placements from general counsel to paralegal levels.
- We offer one of the industry's longest placement guarantee periods.
- Our team includes former attorneys who understand legal market nuances.
What people say
Responsive and proactive
High-quality candidates
Understand legal market
Long-term fit
Professional and well connected
Services
In-House Legal Placements
Our In-House Legal Placements service connects corporations with attorneys who align with their business values. We focus on long-term compatibility, vetting candidates for cultural fit and technical expertise. With specialized knowledge of corporate legal needs, we place professionals ranging from general counsel to compliance officers.
Law Firm Legal Placements
Law Firm Legal Placements combine industry expertise with personalized service. We understand the unique challenges of law firm growth, matching practices with partners, associates, and counsels who enhance their capabilities. Our attorney recruiters leverage deep market insights to identify candidates aligned with firm culture and strategic goals.
Legal Secondments
Legal Secondments provide experienced attorneys for short-term needs. Our nationwide network ensures access to qualified professionals for project demands or workforce gaps. With recruiters having firsthand legal experience, we match interim attorneys to specific practice areas while maintaining quality standards.
Partner Recruitment
Our Partner Recruitment service focuses on strategic leadership placements. We source partners with proven track records and cultural compatibility for law firms. The process combines market knowledge with personalized outreach to identify candidates matching practice needs and firm philosophy.
Legal Talent Search
Legal Talent Search delivers customized solutions for diverse hiring needs. We leverage extensive industry connections to identify qualified attorneys across practice areas. Our recruiter network ensures comprehensive candidate evaluation based on technical skills, career goals, and organizational fit.
People
David Gruskin
Chief Executive Officer
David Gruskin, CEO of LegalPartners Group, leverages his legal background to lead strategic growth initiatives. With decades of recruitment experience, he specializes in connecting law firms with top-tier legal professionals.
Jim Kosciolek
Chief Strategy Officer
Jim Kosciolek, Chief Strategy Officer, combines legal expertise with recruitment innovation. He develops forward-thinking solutions that align with evolving industry needs, ensuring clients receive cutting-edge talent acquisition strategies.
Cristina C. Len
Vice President
Cristina C. Len serves as Vice President for Atlanta and National operations. Her legal experience informs her approach to placing qualified attorneys with major corporations and law firms across diverse practice areas.
Shannan K. Rahman
Vice President
Shannan K. Rahman brings legal practice experience to her role as Vice President. She focuses on matching law firms with attorneys who align with their strategic growth objectives and professional standards.
Porter T. McManus
Managing Director
Porter T. McManus specializes in partner and group placements as Managing Director. His deep understanding of law firm dynamics enables strategic matches that enhance organizational capabilities and client service.
Questions
What legal specialties do you recruit for?
We recruit across 20+ practice areas including M&A, litigation, compliance, and intellectual property for both law firms and corporate legal departments.
How do you ensure cultural fit during placements?
Our attorney-recruiters leverage their legal experience to assess technical skills and cultural compatibility through comprehensive candidate evaluations.
What is your placement guarantee period?
We offer one of the industry's longest guarantees, reflecting confidence in our meticulous matching process for permanent placements.
Can you handle urgent legal staffing needs?
Yes, our nationwide network provides qualified interim attorneys for immediate needs while maintaining quality standards.
How does the placement process work?
We begin with understanding your specific requirements, then leverage our network to identify qualified candidates through vetting and interviews.
Do you work with international law firms?
While our primary focus is national placements, our extensive network supports cross-border hiring needs with qualified legal professionals.
