A high-profile lawyer found her equity progression had stalled due to the nature of her partnership structure. Chancery introduced the candidate to a highly supportive firm where her contribution has been recognised by the award of a senior equity partnership. The candidate is going from strength to strength in the new environment, enjoying having a national platform and the remit to develop a significant multi-office offering.

A talented private client partner had become frustrated by a lengthy daily commute and the lack of support to bring about changes that would enable his team to operate more effectively. We worked with the candidate to identify different options with law firms where there would be potential to target and focus on the type of work that was of appeal. After securing several offers from interested practices, he accepted a position with a highly regarded firm, a role that enabled him to focus on developing the sort of work that was of most appeal and also provided him with a shortened commute and flexible working options.

A senior defendant insurance partner was introduced to us by a mutual contact who felt we would be well placed to help this person achieve his goals. The candidate was becoming increasingly boxed in by the change in his firm’s strategy and was frustrated that his leadership experience and client skills weren’t being exploited to their full potential. We introduced the candidate to a market-leading law firm that could see a significant opportunity for this person within their business. The candidate is now thriving in a role, one that involves him leading both his practice area and a regional office.