A lateral partner hire of this kind is decided by what the practice can carry across, far more than on any headline figure.

An established Am Law-ranked firm is seeking a lateral partner to join its San Diego office and help drive growth across a dynamic, cross-disciplinary platform. The role spans corporate transactions, intellectual property, antitrust and competition, and energy work, offering a rare opportunity to build a practice at the intersection of several high-growth sectors.

The ideal candidate will bring an entrepreneurial approach and deep expertise in at least one core area, with a demonstrated ability to collaborate across practices. The firm serves clients in private equity, life sciences, technology and energy — sectors where the need for integrated corporate, IP and regulatory counsel is particularly strong.

This is a platform for a partner looking to expand a portable practice within a collaborative environment that values cross-selling and multidisciplinary engagement. The firm supports a transparent, open compensation model.

Admitted to practice in the relevant US jurisdiction
Demonstrated expertise in corporate transactions, intellectual property, antitrust and competition, or energy
Strong academic and professional credentials
Portable book of business of $3M+ (USD)

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