Derivatives Associate Moves from AmLaw20 Firm to AmLaw10 Firm in New York

Candidate: Derivatives Associate  
Level: Class of 2019  
Move: AmLaw 20 Firm to AmLaw 10 Firm  
Location: New York  

Background:  

Our New York Senior Consultant, Dom Duchesne, initially reached out to this candidate, who responded the following day, eager to gain insight into the current market situation in New York.  

Dom and the candidate quickly scheduled a call to discuss potential opportunities.  

This candidate was currently part of a Band 1 derivatives group, had an impressive deal sheet with an exceptional academic pedigree—meaning their options in the current market were very strong.  

The Journey:  

The candidate was eager to join a firm that better aligned with their long-term goal of making partner, as their current firm was saturated at their level.  

This meant the candidate was highly selective about the firms they considered for interviews. While their initial interviews didn’t lead to the right fit, Dom leveraged his connections at a top AmLaw 10 firm to secure an opportunity that aligned with their goals.  

The candidate was thrilled. The overall process moved quickly—two rounds of interviews and an offer within four weeks. From the first message to offer and acceptance, the turnaround was just 32 days—an incredibly fast process given the current market conditions.  

This success story highlights that there is never a slow market for top-tier associates.  

Recruiter Insight:    

"The current market is incredibly volatile, especially given the uncertainties surrounding the current administration. In this environment, recruiters must be exceptionally strategic when advising high-performing attorneys looking to make a move. With shifting firm needs, evolving deal flows, and an increasingly competitive landscape, timing and precision are critical to ensuring these candidates land in the right platform for long-term success." - Dom Duchesne, New York Senior Consultant

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