onward and upward
Legal recruiting done by people who have worked inside law firms, not just alongside them. We bring 20+ years of experience to every search, a national network built on genuine relationships, and a standard of care that reflects how seriously we take the work.
Whether you're building a team or making a move, we're the partner who knows the market, knows the players, and knows how to get it right.
Boutique firm. National reach. Legal industry depth.
Attorney search services
Working with us as a candidate? Learn about the Onward candidate experience.
We place associates, counsel, and lateral partners at law firms and corporate legal departments nationwide. From targeted associate searches to high-stakes partner moves, we bring the rigor and market knowledge that complex legal hiring demands.
Legal business search Services
The modern law firm runs on more than attorneys. We recruit the business professionals who drive growth in legal technology and innovation, marketing and business development, and legal support and operations.
Onward Recruiting was built by legal industry insiders who believe the best recruiting is done by people who understand the profession from the inside out.
The People Behind the Work
WHat Makes Us Different
We've worked where you work. Our team has led recruiting and professional development from inside regional and international law firms. We understand partnership dynamics, internal culture, and what actually makes a hire succeed.
We don't throw names at the wall. Every candidate we present has been researched, evaluated, and vetted against your specific need.
We work nationwide. We have placed attorneys and legal professionals across nearly every major U.S. legal market, from New York and Los Angeles to Chicago, Dallas, Denver, Miami, and beyond.
We hold ourselves to a higher standard. Onward Recruiting is a proud member of the National Association of Legal Search Consultants (NALSC) and adheres to their Code of Ethics in every engagement.
What People Say
“I worked with Amy to lateral to my current firm, and I really appreciated her approach.
I felt listened to and…”
“Brittany recently facilitated my successful lateral career move.
From our initial conversation to the final offer, Brittany was an indispensable partner and an exemplary recruiter…”
“Marc is a people person. Even when I didn’t think I was interested in looking for a new job he did a great job keeping in touch in a friendly, rather than pushy way.
He found the perfect opportunity…”
“Lacie is an excellent recruiter and was successful in finding me a great new role.
She was proactive in following up with everyone and great at listening…”
Work With Us
Whether you're looking to hire or looking to make a move, it starts with a conversation. Tell us what you're working toward and we'll tell you what's possible.