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Independent, local, and flexible, Collier Legal Search is on call 24/7 to assist in the movement and placement of legal professionals at every level. Our team of licensed and educated attorneys and paralegals are dedicated to providing consistent, excellent service. We’re experts at showcasing your unique and distinct skillset to show employers why you are the perfect candidate. At Collier Legal Search, we don’t want you to find just any job – we want you to get the RIGHT job.

The lateral hiring market is expected to surge in 2026.According to recent reporting from the National Law Journal, a "p...
06/18/2026

The lateral hiring market is expected to surge in 2026.

According to recent reporting from the National Law Journal, a "perfect storm" of market factors is driving increased lateral activity across the legal industry. Law firm expansion, evolving client demands, economic pressures, and heightened competition for top talent are creating new opportunities for both firms and attorneys.

For law firms, lateral hiring offers a strategic way to strengthen practice areas, add client relationships, and accelerate growth. For attorneys, it presents opportunities to find stronger platforms, better support, and long-term alignment with their professional goals.
As the market becomes more competitive, success will depend on making thoughtful, strategic moves rather than simply making moves.

Read more: https://www.law.com/nationallawjournal/2026/01/12/lateral-activity-from-perfect-storm-of-market-factors-expected-to-surge-in-2026/?slreturn=20260526123659

At Collier Legal Search, we help law firms and legal professionals navigate the lateral market with insight, relationships, and more than 22 years of experience in the Texas legal community.

Lateral partner hiring hit a five-year high in 2025, and 2026 is on track to surpass it. Why? Because bringing in the ri...
06/16/2026

Lateral partner hiring hit a five-year high in 2025, and 2026 is on track to surpass it. Why? Because bringing in the right lateral partner delivers immediate, strategic impact:
✦ Grow revenue and profitability — from day one
✦ Add new client relationships — established business that moves with the attorney
✦ Expand into targeted practice areas — without building from scratch
✦ Strengthen market presence — compete at a higher level, faster
✦ Enter new geographic markets — accelerate expansion with boots already on the ground

Read more: https://collierlegal.com/partner-lateral-movement/

Am Law 200 firms hired 4,152 lateral partners in 2025, a nearly 20% increase over the prior year. Compare that to the mo...
06/11/2026

Am Law 200 firms hired 4,152 lateral partners in 2025, a nearly 20% increase over the prior year. Compare that to the modest 3.7% growth recorded the year before, and it's clear: the legal talent market has shifted into a higher gear.

Firms aren't just open to lateral talent — they're aggressively pursuing it. For partners and senior attorneys considering a move, the opportunity is real, and the timing is favorable.

At Collier Legal Search, we help legal professionals navigate the lateral market with strategy and confidentiality. Ready to explore what's possible?
https://www.lawfuel.com/big-laws-hiring-boom-am-law-200-firms-snapped-up-20-more-lateral-partners-in-2025/

Why are more law firm partners making lateral moves in 2026? It's rarely just one reason. The partners we work with at C...
06/09/2026

Why are more law firm partners making lateral moves in 2026? It's rarely just one reason. The partners we work with at Collier Legal Search are driven by a combination of factors:
✦ Family & Lifestyle — priorities shift, and the right firm should reflect them
✦ Financial Opportunity — a stronger platform can unlock significant upside for partners with portable business
✦ Mandatory Retirement — age-based policies push senior partners to firms where they can keep contributing
✦ Operational Support — weak associate depth and limited infrastructure hold practices back
✦ Billing Structure — some partners need to move up-market; others need more flexibility

If any of these resonate, it may be time to start the conversation — even if a move feels far off.
Read more about what's driving partner lateral movement in 2026:
https://collierlegal.com/partner-lateral-movement/

"We think 2026 is going to be on fire." That's how legal recruiter Jeffrey Lowe describes what's ahead for Biglaw latera...
06/05/2026

"We think 2026 is going to be on fire." That's how legal recruiter Jeffrey Lowe describes what's ahead for Biglaw lateral hiring — and DC-based recruiter Amy Savage agrees, calling it a potential "record year."

Firms are being aggressive. Partners are ready to move. If you've been thinking about your next step, the market is with you.
https://abovethelaw.com/2026/01/biglaw-lateral-activity-expected-to-be-on-fire-in-2026/

Partner lateral movement is accelerating across the legal industry, and 2026 is shaping up to be one of the most active ...
06/03/2026

Partner lateral movement is accelerating across the legal industry, and 2026 is shaping up to be one of the most active markets in recent years.

For partners, a strategic move can provide:

• Greater growth opportunities
• Stronger operational support
• Better alignment with long-term goals
• Expanded client service capabilities

For firms, lateral hiring offers an opportunity to add established business, strengthen practice areas, and accelerate growth.

The most successful moves happen when there is true alignment between the partner, the firm, and a shared vision for the future.

In our latest blog, we explore what's driving this trend and how firms and partners can navigate today's competitive lateral market.

Read more: https://collierlegal.com/partner-lateral-movement/

The legal hiring market is moving fast. Top lateral candidates often have multiple opportunities and move quickly. Firms...
05/26/2026

The legal hiring market is moving fast. Top lateral candidates often have multiple opportunities and move quickly. Firms that hesitate risk losing out on the talent that could shape their future.

Decisive, informed hiring creates a competitive advantage.

Read more: https://collierlegal.com/lateral-hiring-as-the-solution/

This Memorial Day, we pause to honor and remember the brave men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice in service to ...
05/25/2026

This Memorial Day, we pause to honor and remember the brave men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice in service to our nation.

We are grateful for their courage, sacrifice, and dedication, and we remember those who gave everything for the freedoms we enjoy today.

From all of us at Collier Legal Search, we wish everyone a meaningful and reflective Memorial Day.

U.S. lateral partner hires have reached a five-year high, driven in part by an influx of government lawyers transitionin...
05/21/2026

U.S. lateral partner hires have reached a five-year high, driven in part by an influx of government lawyers transitioning into private practice. This shift is adding experienced talent to the market while intensifying competition among firms.

For law firms, this presents both opportunity and urgency. Firms that act decisively can secure high-caliber talent with valuable regulatory and enforcement experience. Those who delay risk missing out in a fast-moving market. Learn more: https://www.globallegalpost.com/news/us-lateral-partner-hires-hits-five-year-high-amid-government-lawyer-exodus-study-2036280511

At Collier Legal Search, we help firms navigate the lateral market with insight, speed, and a focus on long-term fit.

Lateral hiring is not just about filling roles. It is about building the future of your firm. The right hire can:• Expan...
05/19/2026

Lateral hiring is not just about filling roles. It is about building the future of your firm. The right hire can:
• Expand client relationships
• Strengthen your market position
• Drive long-term growth

With the right strategy, lateral hiring becomes a powerful growth tool.
Read more: https://collierlegal.com/lateral-hiring-as-the-solution/

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