Media Mentions

Jan 15, 2026

The American Lawyer Quotes Lorie Almon on Lateral Partner Recruiting Trends

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The American Lawyer (Law.com) featured Lorie Almon in its January 13 article, “In High-Stakes World of Partner Recruiting, Law Firms Are Asking for Lateral Business Plans Right Off the Bat.” The piece examines how law firms are increasingly requesting detailed business plans and client reference checks early in the lateral hiring process. 

Almon shared that Seyfarth incorporates discussions about business plans throughout its recruitment strategy, aligning with the broader trend of heightened diligence in partner hiring.

The full article is available here.