In today’s episode, we continue in our recruiting series and discuss partner recruiting and compensation with Jeffrey Lowe, founder of Jeffrey Lowe Partners, one of the top partner recruiters and advisors in the United States.
Jeffrey shares his journey from practicing law to recruiting, the importance of partner compensation knowledge, and provides insider advice for lawyers considering lateral moves.
At a glance:
03:49 - Jeffrey discusses his career transition from practicing law to becoming a recruiter
06:16 - Insights into founding Jeffrey Lowe Partners and the impact of COVID-19 on the decision
07:16 - The significance of passion in one's career and Jeffrey's advice for finding one's path
09:06 - Discussion on associate life in big law firms and the trade-offs for high compensation
11:17 - Post-COVID changes in big law firms, focusing on remote work and the challenges for associates and partners
18:24 - The dynamics of partner moves in 2024, and the importance of platform and culture over compensation
25:04 - Ethical considerations and the intricacies of lateral moves for partners
30:17 - Strategies for law firms looking to grow and the importance of due diligence
35:06 - Profitability and business generation as key factors for partners considering lateral moves
45:05 - Final advice for partners looking to move: focus on platform and culture
Ways to reach Jeffrey Lowe
https://www.jlowepartners.com/about
LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/jeffreylowejlp
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Show notes: https://www.lauraterrell.com/podcast
