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January 03, 2024 | The American Lawyer

Dear Dan: Why Are Multiple Recruiters Pitching Me About the Same Job at the Same Time?

Dan Binstock pulls back the curtain on why associates suddenly receive "recruiter blitz" emails at the same time about the exact same position—and he explains how to respond.

By Dan Binstock

7 minute read

November 08, 2023 | The American Lawyer

Dear Dan: Demystifying Legal Recruiters

When a recruiter says, "I was asked to call you specifically," how do you know if they're telling the truth? Recruiter Dan Binstock explores this question in his recurring column on explaining how legal recruiting actually works.

By Dan Binstock of Garrison

7 minute read

October 05, 2023 | The American Lawyer

Using Integration Discussions During Lateral Partner Interviews

"Firms which begin business opportunity/cross-selling discussions earlier—but not too early—see a significant net benefit in lateral partner recruiting. I also address some of the common resistance points and how to address them," Dan Binstock said.

By Dan Binstock

8 minute read

November 17, 2022 | The American Lawyer

Repurposing of Associates During a Slowdown: Pros, Cons and Unintended Consequences

As law firms consider moving associates to busier practice areas rather than facing layoffs, they should consider some less obvious impacts to both the associates and the partners who take them on.

By Dan Binstock and Erin Sears

6 minute read

October 18, 2022 | The American Lawyer

One Simple Strategy to Improve Lateral Partner Due Diligence

Law firms are missing the mark on some critical questions common to every lateral partner questionnaire.

By Dan Binstock and Tina Solis

5 minute read

June 01, 2021 | The American Lawyer

High-Performing Partners Equally Plagued With Mental Health Struggles

As a recruiter, author Dan Binstock sees high-level partners at a vulnerable time in their career, and the stress and anxiety can be palpable.

By Dan Binstock

6 minute read

August 15, 2019 | The American Lawyer

Navigating the Ethical Maze When Moving From Government to Private Practice

To minimize the need for recusal during the lateral process, there are some important questions to ask yourself and your ethics officer.

By Dan Binstock

10 minute read

February 22, 2017 | Daily Business Review

Is Your Firm Guilty of Playing Lateral Partner Bingo?

In selling their firm to lateral candidates, firm leaders are often using the same pitches as their competitors. Recruiter Dan Binstock offers advice on differentiation.

By Dan Binstock

9 minute read