“Changing jobs, especially as a way to refocus your legal practice, is a stressful and anxiety-filled process. Delia was incredibly patient and insightful when it came to my career search. Delia helped me to refocus and reprioritize what I wanted out of my next job. Delia provided realistic advice not only on job searching, but on career development. When changing jobs, you must consider your career goal so that the move improves your career path; Delia helped me to do just that. I have seen the lay of the legal land and know that the opportunity to make a change can be difficult. Delia helped me to make that change and in my new job, I have rediscovered my excitement for the law. The decision to accept the opportunity presented to me by Delia was one of the best decisions of my life. I am a different person, living a much better and more fulfilling life.”
Health Care Litigation Associate, Fulbright & Jaworski LLP

“While searching for my first position as an attorney, I spoke with a number of legal recruiters. I heard pretty much the same story from all of them – I would need to have at least one year of experience before they would work with me. When I talked to Lee Kuhn at Swan Legal, it was different. Although she warned me that recruiting positions for first-year associates were hard to come by, it did not dissuade her from helping me. She went right to work canvassing all of her contacts in the large and prestigious firms around the Bay Area. Even though these did not pan out for me, Lee took the time and continued to counsel me on strategies and other firms to pursue on my own, despite there being no near-term incentive for her to do so. It was with one these firms that I eventually landed, and I owe this in large part to Lee. She is professional, hard-working, knowledgeable and friendly, and she will certainly be the first person I contact whenever I have a recruiting need in the future.”
Litigation Associate, San Francisco Law Firm

“Michelle Brathwaite is among the best legal recruiters you will find! She is an invaluable resource, and I deeply appreciate the time she spent helping me when I was job hunting - revising my resume, reviewing my writing sample, coaching me before an interview, providing advice on handling the offer. I was especially impressed with her advice on how to handle the interview process. Throughout that process, Michelle was never overbearing or pushy - just supportive and patient. She let me make my decisions at my own pace. And, best of all, within only three weeks of my first contact with Michelle, I had a job offer! I highly recommend Michelle to anyone considering a lateral move.”
Litigation Associate, Los Angeles Law Firm

“As a foreign trained and practicing attorney looking to find work in the Californian legal market, it was going to be a tough assignment for any recruiter. Delia and the team at Swan Legal Search did a fantastic job of helping me with the transition and placing me with two great firms (having subsequently moved from San Francisco to Los Angeles). Thanks so much for all your hard work and great advice.”
Corporate Associate, Manatt Phelps & Phillips

“After conversations with a number of different recruiters, I am so happy that I had the opportunity to work with Lauren. While some other recruiters seemed strained when they saw a resume reflecting my public interest background, Lauren saw skills and experiences that would set me apart. Lauren helped me to identify law firms with policies that were important to me including favorable pro bono and diversity policies. I can’t say how appreciative I am for all her hard work.”
Litigation Associate, Silicon Valley Law Firm

“Lee is a top-notch recruiter that really takes the extra steps needed to get you into a great position. More telling than a simple one-liner here is that I have recommended her to every attorney I know that is looking to make a move.”
Construction Litigation Associate, San Francisco Law Firm

“I decided to move to the San Francisco Bay Area in the fall of my 3L year, after the regular hiring season for medium- and large-sized firms, and did not have a position lined up by the time I was taking the California Bar Exam. After the bar I found Swan Legal Search through the internet and contacted them for help in finding a job. While at first I was told they did not usually receive placement requests for people straight out law school, the next day Lee called me back with a game plan for how to find me a position. Her innovative approach helped me to get several interviews, and within a few weeks I had an offer. I could not be happier with Lee Kuhn's dedication, persistence, and ingenuity, and I would recommend her to anyone looking for a position in the Bay Area.”
Labor & Employment Associate, O'Melveny & Myers

“When I came to Swan Legal, I had three objectives: (1) to port my career to a new practice area, (2) to work at a top international law firm and (3) to move my practice across the country to California. Thanks to the hard work and dedication of Lee Kuhn and the Swan Legal team I was able to accomplish all three goals. I could not have reached my personal and professional objectives without Ms. Kuhn's diligence, thoroughness and professionalism. I would not hesitate to refer anyone looking for a legal job to Ms. Kuhn and Swan Legal.”
Project Finance Associate, Chadbourne & Parke

“I could not have been happier working with Michelle Brathwaite. As a mid-level associate considering a lateral move, I was looking for a litigation position that was the perfect fit for me - I was not interested in jumping at the first opportunity that presented itself. Michelle understood that immediately. She really took the time to understand my interests and needs, and presented to me only those positions in which she genuinely thought I'd be interested. And she was right! Michelle took initiative and was always responsive; her assistance, enthusiasm and positive attitude were invaluable during the entire process. Thank you Michelle!”
Labor & Employment Associate, San Francisco Law Firm

“Michelle Brathwaite was an invaluable resource in helping me identify suitable associate positions in Los Angeles. She is professional, supportive, and knows the LA market inside out. When I met with her I was looking to transition back into law having spent one year working for a consulting firm. Michelle provided excellent advice in all areas relating to my job search, from editing my resume to discussing interviews and how I should 'market' myself to potential employers. I received an offer within one month of meeting with Michelle, and I recommend her without hesitation to anyone looking for a legal position in California.”
Litigation Associate, Los Angeles Law Firm

“Elise Lau helped me get the perfect job because she took the time to get to know me and understand my vision- before making any recommendations. She helped me move from a boutique firm to a national firm consisting of lawyers that share my values and handle the types of high profile matters that made me fall in love with the law in the first place. During my transition period, Elise checked on me to ensure that my move was going smoothly and was always available to help. That is the type of sincerity that makes working with Elise so easy and enjoyable. Not being impulsive though, I decided to hold off on a recommendation until I was sure that my move was the right one. Now, having worked at my firm for a while, I can confidently say that Elise's attentiveness to my needs as a lawyer is a key reason that I am thriving in my practice.”
Litigation Associate, Adorno & Yoss

“Claudia Trevisan is a consummate professional, an aggressive advocate, and an ardent adviser. Having worked with another recruiter before Claudia, I was pleasantly surprised by her candid advice and wealth of knowledge. Claudia gave me the honest inside story on firms, and was genuinely interested in my future. Far from putting her own interests first, during my decision-making process, Claudia would sometimes discourage me from a higher paying firm and encourage a lower-paying firm because of certain information to which she was privy. Ultimately, with Claudia's help, I chose a great firm with a great atmosphere. I highly recommend Claudia Trevisan.”
Labor & Employment Associate, Orange County Law Firm

“I would highly recommend Lee Kuhn to anyone considering a lateral move. Her unwavering confidence, professionalism, and up-beat attitude helped carry me through a very difficult time. I knew from the start that I could trust her and that she would do everything she could to help me land in a better place--and she did. Lee responded promptly to all questions and concerns and she gave me constant updates on new opportunities. Her personal experience working in several reputable national firms offered valuable insight into potential employers. Many thanks to Lee and the entire Swan Legal team. Not only are you all effective at what you do, but you are genuine compassionate human beings. I wish you all the best. ”
Labor & Employment Associate, San Francisco Law Firm

“Claudia, thank you for making my first time working with a legal recruiter such a successful and pleasant experience! Everyone knows how difficult it can be lateraling from a big four accounting firm to a large law firm these days. Claudia Trevisan's diligence, patience, and encouragement were key to my ability to stay focused and determined in this job search. I'm glad to say that I've found my dream job within 3 months of starting the search. I was not only able to move from a big four to a top-notch law firm, but also able to relocate smoothly from out of state to California. Thank you again! I will not hesitate to recommend any worthy candidate to you in the future!”
Tax Associate, DLA Piper

“Law school doesn’t teach you the most important things about your legal career: Planning and management. That’s where Delia Swan comes into the picture. I was a second-year associate at a small law firm looking to lateral to a larger firm, but I had no idea where to start. Delia took me by my hand and guided me through what I believed would be a daunting task but which ended up being painless. I can’t speak highly enough of Delia: she is professional, knowledgeable, and genuinely cares about your well-being. Within 4 weeks of submitting my resume, I got me the job of my dreams. My life is so much better thanks to Delia, and for that, I will forever be grateful. You can trust her with your career. ”
2nd Year Real Estate Associate

“Delia Swan and Swan Legal Search has helped me get interviews and an offer for a firm in California. I have worked with recruiters before, but Delia and Evelyn really provided results in my search. They worked extra hours to secure great interviews for me and really provided all the resources I needed to make the right decision. If you're looking for a job in California, I would absolutely recommend Swan Legal Search. ”
5th Year Environmental Associate

“I could not have been happier with my experience working with Delia Swan and Swan Legal Search. As a young associate, I was apprehensive about the process of making a lateral move and was not sure what to expect from a legal recruiter. Delia exceeded all of my expectations. Her assistance proved to be invaluable during the entire process, and I came to rely on her experience and expertise a great deal. Her enthusiasm and knowledge of the legal market is unparalleled. I would recommend Delia to any young attorney looking to make a lateral move.”
Litigation Associate, Buchalter Nemer

“Elise: I just wanted to thank you for being such a great recruiter. I know we didn't speak for very long, but in the short period I've been an attorney, I've already had my fair share of pushy recruiters that I couldn't care less about. Thanks for being so thoughtful and informative.”
Litigation Associate, Large International Law Firm

“Delia: I just wanted to take this opportunity to thank you once again for your help. After a year, with multiple interviews and multiple offers, I finally found the job that is right for me. The work is challenging, the people are fun, the money is great, and, best of all, I see my daughter every morning and every evening (and, needless to say, all day on the weekends). Thanks for sticking by my through a very long and difficult job search. Your positive attitude and search suggestions made an arduous task much easier. Also, thank you for helping me to say no to a couple of excellent offers. You were able to see that those jobs were not right for me, and now it is hard for me to believe that I even considered them. You found me the perfect job, and I can't thank you enough.”
In-House Corporate Counsel, Zenith Insurance Co.

“Having worked with many recruiters in Boston, New York and Los Angeles, I have to admit Claudia Trevisan is the most effective of them all. Her extensive knowledge of the legal market and attention to my needs, helped focused my search and made this entire process extremely efficient. Claudia was also very helpful throughout the process, from editing my resume to preparing me for interviews. I ended up at a great firm which I would have never considered applying on my own. I highly recommend Claudia Trevisan to anyone looking for a legal position. She is the only recruiter you will ever need.”
Corporate Associate, Rutan & Tucker

“Thank you for your efforts and those of your colleagues on behalf of our company. Your service was excellent and I was very pleased with the numerous excellent candidates that you provided for us to consider. We will be sure to mention your firm's name whenever we have an opportunity to make referrals for legal search services. Please extend my thank you to all of your colleagues who worked on the engagement. Their courtesy, professionalism, and candidate selections were top of the line.”
General Counsel, Real Estate Company

“I cannot say enough about the great experience I had with Claudia Trevisan and Swan Legal Search. Claudia is incredibly resourceful and professional and her expertise in taking care of every step of the job search process was impressive and ultimately resulted in my being offered and accepting my "first choice" position. Claudia was able to give me interview advice throughout my search and insight on each law firm I visited. Her encouragement was invaluable and I would recommend her to anyone looking for a new position. ”
Litigation Associate, Rutan & Tucker, LLP

“I'm absolutely pleased to say a few words about my experience seeking a lateral position with the help of Delia Swan of Swan Legal Search. From my prior experience working at law firms, I did not have the greatest impressions of recruiters (who I found intrusive and solicitous). However, working with Delia showed me that my preconceived notions were wrong. From the start, Delia showed a genuine personal interest in me and my career. She provided advice that was optimistic and encouraging yet realistic. Delia understood the legal landscape on many levels, and she passed on her knowledge in a frank and unbiased manner. I found her counsel to be invaluable throughout my search, and came to rely on her more than I ever expected. She assisted me with resume revision, firm selection, interviewing strategies, and offer negotiation. In the end, I accepted an associate position at a firm that fits my goals to a "T" - and coincidentally (or not so coincidentally) Delia had personal contacts at the firm and was able to provide me with insights not otherwise attainable. I am not exaggerating when I say that I hope to stay in touch with Delia for the rest of my career!”
Corporate Associate, Sonnenschein Nath & Rosenthal

“I am happy to report that I have had the pleasure, and fortune, of working with Elise Lau of Swan Legal Search, who recently guided me through a stressful job search involving several wonderful opportunities, each of which had its own set of very tempting perks. While I was working with a few other recruiters at the time, Elise really showed them up through her diligence, empathy, accessibility and honest evaluations of the pros and cons, short-term and long-term, of each of my options. She invested much of her time and effort to help me find my way to my current law firm, which I cannot imagine leaving to go elsewhere...ever. For that, I am forever indebted to Elise.”
Real Estate Associate, Weston, Benshoof, Rochefort, Rubalcava & MacCuish LLP

“While a lateral move is not exactly a pleasant experience, I am happy to say that I was quite pleased with the services of Elise Lau and Swan Legal Search. Elise was a great resource, particularly because I was planning to move to California from out-of-state. My anxiety due to my lack of familiarity with the job market in California was eased by Elise's solid experience in this area. She was there every step of the way, providing me with sound advice which was critical to securing my desired employment. She was also diligent and kept me updated on a regular basis with new developments. I highly recommend Elise Lau and Swan Legal Search.”
Labor & Employment Associate, Jackson Lewis LLP

“I was completely satisfied with my experience using Claudia Trevisan and Swan Legal Search. Claudia handled absolutely every detail associated with my job search - arranging interviews, asking awkward questions about reimbursement, benefits, etc., even getting hotel recommendations. In addition, Claudia was aggressive/assertive on my behalf. She continually called firms I was interested in to speed up the process. Finally, Claudia was extremely responsive. I never had to wait for her to get back to me when I called or emailed with questions. I wholeheartedly recommend both Claudia and Swan Legal Search.”
Litigation Associate, Horvitz & Levy

“Claudia Trevisan of Swan Legal is by far the most professional, consistent and diligent recruiter that I met during my job search. Claudia worked with me through a slow market to find a transactional associate position at a firm with the attributes I desired. Claudia’s knowledge of the legal market and her commitment to me as a candidate were invaluable, and it was a pleasure working with her. ”
Corporate Associate, Coblentz, Patch, Duffy & Bass

“After having worked with several recruiters I say, without hesitation, that Delia is the best in the business. Delia has recently placed me in a corporate litigation department of a prestigious and dynamic law firm and has turned what had been a difficult challenge into a dream job. Her energy, enthusiasm and dedication to work for me were extraordinary and the range of opportunities which she opened up for me impressive. She was there every day and every hour working hard and believing in my success. I was also impressed with her ability to find the right law firm for me as she was not working simply to place me anywhere at all cost. She put a great deal of thought into my personality and cared about creating a successful, satisfactory and long term relationship that would work for both me and my employer.”
Corporate Associate, Steefel, Levitt & Weiss

“Claudia Trevisan of Swan Legal Search placed me in a corporate associate position in San Francisco during extremely difficult economic times. She was courteous and professional throughout the recruitment process. She promptly returned phone calls and kept me abreast of any potential openings. I would highly recommend (and have done so in the past) Claudia to friends looking to make a move and would not think twice about using her again should the need arise. ”
Corporate Associate, Buchalter, Nemer, Fields & Younger

“Claudia Trevisan of Swan Legal Search was the first recruiter to contact me who wasn't pushy or salesy or completely in it for herself. In talking with her, I sensed that she truly wanted to help me find a career path that was more satisfying and sane than the crazy path I was taking at the big firm. Claudia also helped me ask myself whether I wanted to continue to practice law or whether it made more sense for me to consider a non-traditional legal position. I hired a career counselor and with her help and Claudia's persistent search for the right job for me, I finally found the right fit. Claudia submitted my resume to Applied Discovery, the leading electronic discovery service provider and member of the LexisNexis family of companies. I interviewed for a client development position and got the job. I am now an Electronic Discovery Specialist for the company and spend my days advising attorneys on the best practices for handling computer-generated documents in discovery. I will forever be thankful to Claudia for believing in me and encouraging me to take a leap of faith and leave the practice of law. I am very happy in my new position and hope that others are as lucky as I was to have Claudia there to help me get to this point in my career.”
Electronic Discovery Specialist, Applied Discovery®

“I have had the opportunity of working with Swan Legal Search for several years as a recruiting partner and as a group leader at both Luce, Forward, Hamilton & Scripps and Pillsbury Winthrop LLP. My experience has been overwhelmingly positive. Delia and her colleagues are uniformly professional, courteous and thorough. Their philosophy is clearly to make the best possible match for both the firm and the professional. The experience I have had with Swan Legal Search over the years made it attractive when Delia Swan contacted me earlier this year and explored the prospect of working with a team of professionals to open Townsend and Townsend and Crew's San Diego office. Delia did an exemplary job of ensuring that the match and timing were equally right for my career and the firm's needs. I am very energized by the opportunity she presented, and am enjoying the new challenges it entails. I unhesitatingly recommend Swan Legal Search.”
Of Counsel, Townsend & Townsend & Crew

“I have worked with Delia Swan for the last year and have found her to be professional, discreet and sensitive to my professional and economic needs. Specifically, I met her through the University of Southern California Law School which she and I attended. I have been practicing law in excess of 30 years and, for my professional advancement, I desired to join a firm with a broader geographic and practice base than my prior firm. Delia was extremely knowledgeable on the options and the market. During the search, review, and negotiating process, she was always attentive to ensuring that I was involved in the process and was the ultimate decision-maker on all steps. In sum, it was a delight to have Delia’s help and the success of her assistance is reflected by the [fact that I am now with the San Diego office of Gordon & Rees]. ”
Litigation Partner, Gordon & Rees

“While making a career change is not exactly one’s idea of a good time, I can honestly say that my experiences with Delia Swan and her team at Swan Legal certainly have been pleasurable, and, most importantly, productive. I relocated to Los Angeles several years ago. Although I knew many of the firms in the area by reputation, Delia provided me with excellent “insider” information and did a great job of setting up interviews with firms that do not always look at laterals coming from smaller firms. When, a couple years after Delia first placed me I realized that I wanted to change practice areas, I got on the phone to Delia and within a month I was working at the firm that was my first choice. Delia seems to know all the “players” in town as well as their personalities and the cultures of various firms. She takes the extra effort to think about the “fit” from the perspectives of the lawyers and the law firm, and as a result provides an excellent service to both sides. In sum, my dealings with Delia Swan and Swan Legal Search have been both personally and professionally rewarding. I wholeheartedly endorse Swan Legal Search to any attorney or law firm in need of such services. ”
Counsel, Burke, Williams & Sorensen

“I am pleased to recommend the services of Elise Lau and Delia Swan of Swan Legal Search. In 2000, I was a shareholder at Littler Mendelson, and Elise Lau inquired if I was interested in a partner position at Davis Wright Tremaine. She handled the recruitment process diligently and professionally. She worked with me and DWT to ensure that all of our respective concerns were satisfied and worked very hard to close the deal. She always kept me well informed. The transition took less than three months, and has been a happy one for me and the Firm. I would wholeheartedly recommend her services to any firm or attorney. ”
Labor & Employment Partner, Davis Wright Tremaine

“I have worked with Delia Swan for the past several years. I can always count on her for honest portraits of her candidates, candor and service. We have hired several people through her and we are presently using her on a search. What I particularly like is her handling of the hard questions and issues. She will tell me things I need to hear, even when I may not want to hear them. By the same token I feel free to share points with her on the candidate, knowing the information will not be misused. She has been an asset for our firm. ”
Hiring Partner, Lord Bissell & Brook

“I am one of the hiring partners in the Los Angeles Office of Nossaman, Guthner, Knox & Elliott, LLP. This Firm uses only a few attorney search/recruiting firms on a regular basis. In my view, the best of those few firms is Swan Legal Search. I have known Delia Swan for several years. In fact, she is the recruiter that placed me at Nossaman (which was no easy feat, since I thought I wanted to go “in house”, having practiced law at only one other firm!). As a job candidate then, and now in my capacity as a hiring partner, I have always been impressed with Delia’s professionalism, ethics, commitment to client service and thorough knowledge of her candidates’ skills and personalities. I highly recommend Delia and her staff for both candidates and for law firms looking to work with a new search/recruiting firm. Swan Legal Search acts ethically and responsibly – something that I cannot say about too many of its competitors. ”
Hiring Partner, Nossaman, Guthner, Knox & Elliott

“I advise any top level partner or group to put themselves in the hands of Swan Legal and in the personal care of Delia Swan. Delia knows how to handle "corner office" partners with the utmost service, discretion, professionalism, and attention. Delia handled my transition from boutique to Coudert Brothers and I don't know how it could have gone better. I met Delia over a year before I decided to make a move and she only called me once in that time, and somehow it was at the exact time I wanted her to call. During the search, review, and negotiating process, she went out of her way to give me the results of her extensive research on each option. More importantly, all of the firms that I met satisfied my requirements, and all of them clearly respected Delia. Finally, as a patent attorney, my job is to keep secrets. As a result, I may have been a little paranoid about the security of the search process. Nevertheless, Delia complied with all of my security requests, suggested some of her own, and NEVER breached any confidence. ”
Intellectual Property Partner, DLA Piper