The NALSC 2024 Fall Symposium is an annual event organized by the National Association of Legal Search Consultants (NALSC), dedicated to advancing the legal search profession through education and ethical standards. This symposium serves as a platform for legal recruiters, law firm professionals, and industry experts to convene, share insights, and discuss the latest trends in legal recruitment.
The symposium's agenda features a range of sessions covering critical topics such as the integration of artificial intelligence in recruitment processes, strategies for enhancing cultural intelligence in hiring, and the dynamics of legal career transitions. Attendees can participate in breakout sessions focusing on effective lateral partner recruiting, the pros and cons of portal submissions for associate candidates, and innovative sourcing techniques using platforms like LinkedIn.
In addition to the educational sessions, the event offers ample networking opportunities, including a reception hosted at the Washington, DC offices of Pillsbury Winthrop Shaw Pittman LLP. Notable speakers include Paralympic medalist Trevon Jenifer, who will discuss balancing mental health with elite performance, and Nikia L. Gray, Executive Director of the National Association of Law Placement, providing insights into current legal hiring market trends.
This symposium is ideal for legal recruiters, law firm hiring professionals, and those involved in legal talent acquisition seeking to stay abreast of industry developments, enhance their recruitment strategies, and expand their professional networks.
Speakers(22)
Ayeshah Johnson
Senior Director of Diversity & Inclusion at Goulston & Storrs
Ayeshah Johnson is the Senior Director of Diversity & Inclusion at Goulston & Storrs.
Benjamin Lieber, Esq.
Founder and Managing Partner at Potomac Law Group, PLLC
Benjamin Lieber is the Founder and Managing Partner at Potomac Law Group, PLLC.
Ethel Badawi, Esq.
Co-Founder and Principal at Pollack Badawi Group
Ethel Badawi is the Co-Founder and Principal of Pollack Badawi Group, focusing on legal recruitment.
Hilary P. Gerzhoy, Esq.
Partner at HWG LLP
Hilary P. Gerzhoy is a Partner at HWG LLP and Vice Chair of HWG's Legal Ethics and Malpractice Group.
Jami de Lou
Founder and Inclusive Leadership Coach at de Lou Strategies LLC
Jami de Lou is the Founder and Inclusive Leadership Coach at de Lou Strategies LLC, specializing in DEI initiatives.
Jason Thibeault
Co-Founder at Moore eSSentials
Jason Thibeault is a Co-Founder of Moore eSSentials, focusing on integrating AI into recruitment processes.
Jeffrey J. Delaney, Esq.
Partner and Chief Recruiting Officer at Pillsbury’s NY Office
Jeffrey J. Delaney is a Partner and Chief Recruiting Officer of Pillsbury’s New York Office.
Jordan Abshire, Esq.
Managing Member at Abshire Legal Search, LLC
Jordan Abshire is the Managing Member at Abshire Legal Search, LLC, focusing on legal talent acquisition.
Kendall Lowery
Senior Director of Attorney Recruiting at Pillsbury Winthrop Shaw Pittman LLP
Kendall Lowery is the Senior Director of Attorney Recruiting at Pillsbury Winthrop Shaw Pittman LLP.
Kevin Bacon, Esq.
CEO at Bacon Legal Recruiting
Kevin Bacon is the CEO of Bacon Legal Recruiting, focusing on legal career transitions.
Kristy Schulman, Esq.
Owner at Advanced Legal Placement, LLC
Kristy Schulman is the Owner of Advanced Legal Placement, LLC, specializing in legal recruitment.
Marques O. Peterson, Esq.
Managing Partner at Pillsbury’s Washington, DC Office
Marques O. Peterson is the Managing Partner of Pillsbury’s Washington, DC Office.
Melissa Peters, Esq.
Founder at MP Legal Search
Melissa Peters is the Founder of MP Legal Search and serves as the President of NALSC.
Mey Ly Ortiz, Esq.
Managing Counsel – Labor & Employment at Toyota Motor North America
Mey Ly Ortiz is the Managing Counsel for Labor & Employment at Toyota Motor North America.
Michelle N. Lipkowitz, Esq.
Managing Member of the DC Office at Mintz
Michelle N. Lipkowitz is the Managing Member of the DC Office of Mintz.
Nikia L. Gray, Esq.
Executive Director at National Association of Law Placement (NALP)
Nikia L. Gray is the Executive Director of the National Association of Law Placement (NALP).
Rob Nutinsky
Managing Director - Legal Search at StevenDouglas
Rob Nutinsky is the Managing Director of Legal Search at StevenDouglas, specializing in legal recruitment.
Susan Schonfeld
Senior Director of Lateral Partner Recruiting and Integration at Wilson Sonsini Goodrich & Rosati
Susan Schonfeld is the Senior Director of Lateral Partner Recruiting and Integration at Wilson Sonsini Goodrich & Rosati.
Terri Foland, Esq.
Senior Manager of Partner Recruiting at Wilson Sonsini Goodrich & Rosati
Terri Foland is the Senior Manager of Partner Recruiting at Wilson Sonsini Goodrich & Rosati.
Trevon Jenifer
Paralympian Medalist
Trevon Jenifer is a Paralympian Medalist known for balancing mental health and elite performance.
Tricia Tamkin
Co-Founder at Moore eSSentials
Tricia Tamkin is a Co-Founder of Moore eSSentials, specializing in AI strategies for recruiting.
Vachelle D. Willis, Esq.
Director of Attorney Recruiting, Development, and Diversity Programs at Cox, Castle & Nicholson LLP
Vachelle D. Willis is the Director of Attorney Recruiting, Development, and Diversity Programs at Cox, Castle & Nicholson LLP.
Event Details
- Date
- September 27, 2024
- Location
- 🇺🇸 Washington, D.C., United States
- Pillsbury Winthrop Shaw Pittman LLP
- Pricing
- Varies by tier
- Audience
- Legal recruiters, law firm hiring professionals, legal talent acquisition specialists