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Harrison Barnes, Managing Director
Harrison Barnes is one of the world’s most successful, respected and sought-after legal recruiters. His most recent contribution to the legal community is Outplacement Attorney Resources (OAR.com), which directly teaches attorneys and law students the best ways to find legal jobs. With thousands of placements under his belt, contacts in every echelon of the legal world, an uncanny ability to draw out the best in his candidates, and a tireless drive to not quit, Mr. Barnes is the guy you go to when you need a legal job. He truly is an example of what an outstanding legal recruiter should be...
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Nadeen Weybrecht is one of BCG’s most versatile legal recruiters. With expertise in the legal markets of the Mid-Atlantic and East Coast, she regularly places candidates in large, mid-sized and small firms throughout those regions, including in New York; Boston; Washington, D.C.; Baltimore; and Charlotte...
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Ms. Levine is one of BCG’s East Coast recruiters. She is a graduate of Harvard Law School, magna cum laude, and worked as an associate at Skadden, Arps, Meagher & Flom in New York for many years. Her markets cover the entire east coast, including New York, Florida, New Jersey, Connecticut, D.C., Pennsylvania, and Boston...
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(212) 232-0277
A Florida native and former corporate lawyer with Greenberg Traurig’s New York office, Ms. Portela makes partner, counsel, and associate placements throughout the Eastern seaboard. She specializes in firms in Florida, New York, and Washington D.C. Ms. Portela is a member of the Florida and New York bars...
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(305) 570-3575
Sarah Garvey, Diversity Director
Sarah Garvey is BCG’s nationwide Diversity Director. An attorney, progressive thinker, and advocate for inclusivity in all realms, Ms. Garvey works with candidates and law firms throughout the country to help ensure that diverse legal talent is accessed, cultivated, and celebrated...
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Carolina Ramirez is one of BCG’s recruiters covering the East Coast Region. She uses her background as an attorney at two leading AmLaw firms to assist candidates at all levels secure positions in a range of firms including leading international powerhouses and top boutiques. She loves every aspect of recruiting, especially hearing the unique stories of her candidates and interfacing with her in-house law firm recruiting counterparts...
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BCG Reviews
"My recruiter helped me achieve my life-long goal of working in a big law firm. When every..." Read moreMarnie Kudon
Vermont Law School, Class Of 2005
Placed at Locke Lord LLP
"I liked that you had updates as to application views, whether you were under consideration and stuff like that. I..." Read more
I. M.
West Virginia University College of Law, Class Of 2014
Placed at Sheppard, Mullin, Richter & Hampton LLP
"My favorite thing about working with BCG was my legal placement professional. She was very..." Read more
Mauricio Gonzalez
Cornell, Class Of 2003
Placed at White & Case LLP
"My legal placement professional was fantastic. I can easily say she was the best recruiter..." Read moreEvan Basakis
Chapman University School of Law, Class Of 2013
Placed at Bradley R. Kirk & Associates, Inc.
"Harrison, thank you! I am grateful for all that you and your team have done for me. While I..." Read moreMichael Thicksten
University of Miami School of Law, Class Of 2014
Placed at Hawkins & Parnell, LLP .
"I had a really good experience. My recruiter was great, she was very responsive. I loved..." Read moreFrank Sciremammano
Syracuse University College of Law, Class of 2012
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Writing Samples: Top-12 Frequently Asked Questions
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"Waive" Goodbye To Taking Another Bar Exam: Typical Requirements and Tips to Effectively Manage the Waive-in Process
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what our reader's are saying
- Hi Harrison. I get your emails and regularly read your articles. You have some very good insights into the legal profession that aren't often voiced. I appreciate the effort they take. -Public Company General Counsel
- Harrison Barnes you're a genius. Who writes your articles? They're so right on! I've been reading your work of art for so long I can't remember when I started. Practicing for over 25 years your words are gospel to lawyers. Thank you and keep it up. Michele M. Volpe Bershtein, Volpe & McKeon P.C.
- Thanks, Harrison. I truly enjoy reading your work. You are a thought leader and I love your confidence and swagger. Paul G.
- I always enjoy your legal articles, Harrison. One of your previous articles really resonated and inspired me. Even though we've never worked together, I always try and read your articles. Buck Dougherty
- I stumbled across a couple of your blog posts about business development. I found them to be extremely helpful, insightful, and a bit terrifying (in the way they should be). As someone working to build a practice, I truly appreciate you taking the time to write on the subject. Thanks and best regards, Ryan Clinton
