Elite Legal Recruitment.

No pressure. just results.

At Principle Recruiting, we understand legal hiring because we’ve been on the inside. Our team of former attorneys and industry experts leverages deep relationships and firsthand knowledge to connect elite firms with top-tier talent. With a national reach and a highly personalized process, we ensure the right fit—without the mass outreach or transactional tactics of traditional recruiters.

Why Principle Recruiting?

  • Confidentiality and Trust

    We safeguard sensitive searches and candidate information, ensuring a discreet and strategic hiring process for firms and candidates alike.

  • Collaboration and Transparency

    We don’t believe in quotas or competition—our team operates as a unit, ensuring personalized, seamless placements with open communication at every step.

  • National Reach, Targeted Approach

    We place top talent across the country, leveraging deep relationships in every major market. Our recruiters don’t rely on job boards or mass outreach—we know the right people and make the right introductions.

  • Legal Insiders, Talent Connectors

    Founded by former attorneys and legal industry experts, our team brings an insider’s perspective to every search. We anticipate market trends, understand firm culture and ensure a strong, long-term fit for every placement.

meet the team

At Principle Recruiting, our team isn’t made up of salespeople—we’re former attorneys and legal industry experts who understand how hiring decisions are made at the highest level. We work collaboratively, not competitively, bringing market insight, discretion, and deep relationships to every search. When you work with one of us, you get the strength of the entire team behind you.

  • “The Principle Recruiting team landed me far more interviews than I expected and helped me secure a role that advanced my career. They understood exactly what I was looking for and delivered options that aligned with my long-term goals.”

    — AmLaw 10 Associate, Chicago

  • “They were transparent from day one about which firms they had strong relationships with. That built immediate trust and helped me focus on real, high-quality opportunities instead of chasing dead ends.”

    — AmLaw 25 Associate, New York

  • “The team prepared us for every step. They helped me and my wife navigate the transition with clarity and confidence. I couldn’t have asked for a better result.”

    — AmLaw 10 Associate, Texas

  • “We see the Principle Recruiting team as a true strategic partner. They take time to understand our firm’s culture and priorities and consistently bring us candidates who align with both. Their proactive communication helps us keep the hiring process efficient and competitive.”

    — Director of Recruiting, AmLaw 100

  • “I couldn’t have gotten this offer without their contacts. The team knew exactly who to call and how to position me. I’ve already recommended them to several colleagues.”

    — AmLaw 25 Associate, Texas

  • “After speaking with several recruiters, the Principle team clearly stood out. They brought a level of insight and access that others didn’t and matched me with firms that fit both professionally and culturally.”

    — AmLaw Partner

  • “Exceptional partners in identifying and hiring top-tier talent. They’ve helped us fill highly specialized associate and counsel roles with candidates who bring lasting value to our practice.”

    — Internal Recruiter, AmLaw 25

  • “They made my job search seamless and manageable. The team truly understands what top-tier associates need and what law firms are really looking for.”

    — AmLaw Associate

  • “Responsive, helpful, and always available during a stressful transition. The Principle team guided me through every step with confidence and clarity. I’d absolutely recommend them.”

    — Litigation Associate

  • “Thanks to their support and guidance, I landed a fantastic position at a great law firm. They were professional, strategic, and easy to trust throughout the process.”

    — AmLaw Attorney

Legal Recruiting From Coast to Coast

We don’t just work nationally, we’re embedded in every major legal market. From Atlanta to New York, D.C. to San Francisco, our recruiters bring localized insight and long-standing relationships to each search. Whether your firm is hiring in one region or across several, Principle Recruiting has the reach and experience to deliver elite legal talent where you need it most.

BUILT BY LEGAL EXPERTS. TRUSTED BY TOP FIRMS.

STRATEGIC GROWTH WITHOUT THE PRESSURE.

Principle Recruiting partners with firms in a way that emphasizes long-term success. We specialize in placing attorneys in a wide range of practice areas at AmLaw 100/200 law firms, boutique law firms, and corporations. From Fortune 500 companies to start-up businesses looking for their first legal hire, our recruiters can serve all clients and candidates across practice areas..

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Contact us.

info@principlerecruiting.com
470-826-5922

Atlanta Office
1718 Peachtree Street NW
Suite 597
Atlanta, GA 30309