In-House

In House Client

Build an In-House Team That Drives Business

Today’s top legal departments don’t just protect—they lead. At Smith Legal Search, we help companies hire lawyers who can do both: mitigate risk and unlock value. We understand the unique calculus of in-house hiring—where legal acumen must pair with business fluency, and where title, trajectory, and comp structure all shape the candidate’s decision. We advise on how to position your role competitively, then find the professionals who can thrive within it. The lawyers we place stay an average of 10+ years—long enough to shape policy, partner with leadership, and grow with the business.

What You Gain

Smith Legal Search helps you build in-house legal teams that shape business strategy. We deliver candidates aligned with your culture and leadership style, backed by market-based compensation insights and predictable pricing for clear budgeting.

Tailored Compensation Insights

Competitive, industry-specific compensation guidance

Tailored to Your Culture and Leadership

Shortlists refined for leadership style and cultural match

Transparent Pricing, No Surprises

Predictable retained pricing for clear budgeting