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$500K+

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WHAT OUR CLIENTS SAY

Selected Testimonials

“Our group of four partners could not be more pleased with The Manning Group’s work. We increased our compensation substantially in our move to a more robust platform with significantly greater cross-selling opportunities.”
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Class Actions Litigation Group (Pittsburgh)
“I moved my large tax practice to a more robust platform and increased my compensation by more than $500,000 annually. Chris and his team worked extremely hard to shepherd every aspect of the process in an efficient manner. I highly recommend The Manning Group.”
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Tax Partner (NYC)
“My new law partner and I were at separate Amsterdam law firms and both happened to be considering a move to a global law firm at the same time. The Manning Group had engaged us separately and then facilitated a wonderful move for both of us to join the same global firm together.”
White Collar & Investigations Group (Amsterdam)
White Collar & Investigations Group (Amsterdam)
“Chris and his team were highly professional and helpful in facilitating my move which included substantially higher compensation and a leadership position. I would absolutely recommend The Manning Group.”
Bank Regulatory Partner (Chicago)
Bank Regulatory Partner (Chicago)
“I ended up making a move to a firm that has increased my originations from $1.5M per year to approximately $5M per year. I could not be happier with The Manning Group’s work.”
Government Contracts Partner (Washington, D.C.)
Government Contracts Partner (Washington, D.C.)
“Chris and his team did an amazing job assisting with my move to a fully remote Corporate/M&A position with an AmLaw Top 5 firm.”
Corporate/M&A Associate (Remote)
Corporate/M&A Associate (Remote)
“My practice is fairly narrow and somewhat unique but Chris was adept at understanding my practice and also my particular needs in making a move. Chris was responsive, detail-oriented and always available to get answers to any questions I had throughout the process.”
Healthcare Partner (Milwaukee)
Healthcare Partner (Milwaukee)
“The Manning Group meticulously went over a variety of options I could pursue — they were very well versed in the details of each firm and why each firm might or might not be a good fit. I am extremely happy with the move I made.”
FDA Associate (Washington, D.C.)
FDA Associate (Washington, D.C.)
“My colleague and I worked with The Manning Group in searching for a firm that fit our practice criteria – one with a national platform, a sufficient breadth of practice and a flexible rate structure.”
Complex Commercial Litigation Group (Washington, D.C.)
Complex Commercial Litigation Group (Washington, D.C.)

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OUR APPROACH

What We Do

We don’t only specialize in making legal placements. Our specialty is understanding the unique needs and aspirations of every law firm client and individual candidate, creating the best fit for all.

01

What We Do

Before making a single introduction, we take the time to deeply understand your goals, your culture, and what the right move actually looks like for you.

02

We Tailor Every Search

No two placements are alike. We build a bespoke strategy for each engagement, drawing on our nationwide network and decades of market knowledge.

03

We Deliver Results

Our track record speaks for itself – from AmLaw 100 placements to complex group moves, we execute with precision and discretion every time.

FOR LAW FIRMS

Find Your Next Practice Leader

Work with experienced legal recruiters who understand your firm’s unique positioning and needs.

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Our Process

➊  Discuss your firm’s specific needs

➋  Customize your strategy

➌  Execute a plan for recruiting success

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FOR CANDIDATES

Find Your Next Role

Work with experienced legal recruiters who understand your practice and your individual needs.

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Our Process

➊  Discuss your specific needs

➋  Customize your strategy

➌  Execute a plan for finding the right firm for you

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The Right Fit Starts With a Conversation.

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What We Do

We don’t only specialize in making legal placements. Instead, our specialty is also in understanding the unique needs/aspirations of every law firm client and individual candidate.  Our one and only goal is to create the best fit for all … and our thoughtful, service-oriented approach supports that singular goal.

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For Law Firms

Work with experienced legal recruiters who understand your firm’s unique positioning and needs.

Learn More

Our Process

➊  Discuss your firm’s specific needs

➋  Customize your strategy

➌  Execute a plan for recruiting success

Contact Us

For Candidates

Work with experienced legal recruiters who understand your practice and your individual needs.

Learn More

Our Process

➊  Discuss your specific needs

➋  Customize your strategy

➌  Execute a plan for finding the right firm for you

Contact Us
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Selected Testimonials

View All

“Our group of four partners could not be more pleased with The Manning Group’s work. We increased our compensation substantially in our move to a more robust platform with significantly greater cross-selling opportunities.”
The Manning Group icon
Class Actions Litigation Group (Pittsburgh)
“I moved my large tax practice to a more robust platform and increased my compensation by more than $500,000 annually. Chris and his team worked extremely hard to shepherd every aspect of the process in an efficient manner. I highly recommend The Manning Group.”
The Manning Group icon
Tax Partner (NYC)
“My new law partner and I were at separate Amsterdam law firms and both happened to be considering a move to a global law firm at the same time. The Manning Group had engaged us separately and then facilitated a wonderful move for both of us to join the same global firm together.”
White Collar & Investigations Group (Amsterdam)
White Collar & Investigations Group (Amsterdam)
“Chris and his team were highly professional and helpful in facilitating my move which included substantially higher compensation and a leadership position. I would absolutely recommend The Manning Group.”
Bank Regulatory Partner (Chicago)
Bank Regulatory Partner (Chicago)
“I ended up making a move to a firm that has increased my originations from $1.5M per year to approximately $5M per year. I could not be happier with The Manning Group’s work.”
Government Contracts Partner (Washington, D.C.)
Government Contracts Partner (Washington, D.C.)
“Chris and his team did an amazing job assisting with my move to a fully remote Corporate/M&A position with an AmLaw Top 5 firm.”
Corporate/M&A Associate (Remote)
Corporate/M&A Associate (Remote)
“My practice is fairly narrow and somewhat unique but Chris was adept at understanding my practice and also my particular needs in making a move. Chris was responsive, detail-oriented and always available to get answers to any questions I had throughout the process.”
Healthcare Partner (Milwaukee)
Healthcare Partner (Milwaukee)
“The Manning Group meticulously went over a variety of options I could pursue — they were very well versed in the details of each firm and why each firm might or might not be a good fit. I am extremely happy with the move I made.”
FDA Associate (Washington, D.C.)
FDA Associate (Washington, D.C.)
“My colleague and I worked with The Manning Group in searching for a firm that fit our practice criteria – one with a national platform, a sufficient breadth of practice and a flexible rate structure.”
Complex Commercial Litigation Group (Washington, D.C.)
Complex Commercial Litigation Group (Washington, D.C.)

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