PE Market Intel, Legal Hiring, Career Guides & 1000 Miles For Charity!
February has been a busy month across our global offices—post-inauguration and other major events—as law firms double down on growth and hiring strategies for the year ahead.
We’ve been actively supporting key hires across Private Equity, M&A, Finance, Funds, IP, Secondaries, Commercial Litigation, Employment, and Class Actions, as well as facilitating a significant overseas move in Leveraged Finance.
Beyond placements, we’ve enjoyed engaging with our law firm partners—hosting meetings, strengthening relationships, and gaining valuable insights into hiring strategies, market demand, and upcoming opportunities.
Last week, our Los Angeles team had a fantastic day at Polsinelli’s Century City office, taking part in a panel discussion in honor of Black History Month. Meanwhile, Sonia Taylor Taylor, our Director of Asia, has just arrived in Singapore to meet with leading firms and map out hiring needs. If you're an associate in Singapore seeking career advice, don't hesitate to reach out to Sonia.
With solid growth strategies and rising workloads driven by an increasingly active deals market, law firms are strategically hiring and prepared to roll out the red carpet for candidates with the right credentials. However, recruitment processes are thorough and extend beyond qualifications and experience. Demonstrating how you align with a firm's culture is just as critical. If you can showcase both, you’ll be in line for highly attractive opportunities—both in terms of work and compensation.
Before you start your search, take a considered approach—research the market, clarify your motivations, and work with a recruiter to refine your CV and facilitate key introductions.
Lastly, and most importantly, February saw us welcome Misha Mckenzie to our Sydney team. Misha brings a wealth of private practice recruitment experience—along with incredible energy—and we’re thrilled to have her on board at Sonder. You can get to know more about her background here.
Looking ahead, March is all about giving back.
As part of our commitment to making a positive impact, our global team is taking on a significant challenge—running a collective 1,000 miles throughout the month to raise funds for five incredible charities. ?
Discover more about our chosen charities and why we are running here.
Read on for the latest legal market intel and resources to support your legal career.
Article: Private Equity Practice in New York: Key Trends, Major Deals, and Law Firm Strategies??
The private equity market is gaining momentum in 2025, with rising deal activity, expanding investment strategies, and increased liquidity. After years of economic headwinds, firms are unlocking capital at a rapid pace.
Yet, with global events like the U.S. elections, geopolitical tensions, and interest rate shifts, adaptability remains crucial.
This article explores key market drivers, challenges, and how law firms are capitalizing on new opportunities.
Market Guide: Make the Move: Canada to New York
Thinking about making the move from Canada to New York? Or want to know what it takes to join a top-paying US law firm? Our guide covers everything you need to navigate the transition—whether you're ready to explore opportunities now or planning for the future.
Inside, you’ll find:
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Salary Guide: Australia Private Practice
Salary gaps between top-tier and mid-tier law firms have narrowed in recent years. While top-tier firms have offered increases of 5–7%, national and mid-tier firms have implemented more aggressive rises of 15–20% to attract and retain talent. Despite these shifts, an average gap of around 10% still persists between the two tiers.
Heading further into 2025, counteroffers and salary bidding wars are increasingly common in a competitive market place, particularly for mid-level and senior associates in sought after practice areas. In our latest salary guide discover salary offers presented in recent months, as well as:
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Have a great March and Ramadan Mubarak to all observing this holy month. May it be a time of peace and giving for everyone.