WILLIAM GORDON
CO-FOUNDING PARTNER
William specializes in understanding the constant changes in market demand for the country’s top attorneys. Utilizing data to anticipate trends, he provides unparalleled market knowledge to law firms and businesses alike. He focuses on sourcing, recruiting, consulting, and placing high-level lateral talent within the AmLaw 200 and top regional firms. Additionally, he drives business development with in-house clients, ranging from Fortune 50 companies to startups, delivering passive candidates that are perfect for the job.
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Before co-founding Principle Recruiting, William was a Senior Partner with a top national search firm, where his team produced multiple years of $1M+ in billings and was recognized as one of the top groups in the company. Prior to recruiting, he helped staff and manage a small law firm in Georgia.
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JD, John Marshall School of Law
Bachelor of Arts (BA), University of Pennsylvania
William was the Captain of the baseball team during his time at UPenn
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In 2020, William and his wife, Jessie, relocated back to the Atlanta area from Houston to be closer to family and raise their three children: Mac, Bertie, and Hollis. A lifelong Atlanta sports fan, William enjoys traveling with his family and exploring unique culinary experiences.
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Brian Klarman
Partner
Gina Mitch
Principal
Evan Swartz
Co-Founding Partner
Thomas O’Donnell
Principal
Madison Deal Ingraham
Junior Partner
William Gordon
Co-Founding Partner
Nicole Kennedy
Principal
Lee Quinn
Legal Recruiter
