We are running a confidential partner search. The requirement is re-confirmed each cycle with the client, and the detail below reflects the current brief.

A leading US law firm is seeking a Partner to lead and expand its Transportation & Maritime practice in New York. The role will focus on originating and managing high-value matters across maritime, shipping, and transportation clients, working collaboratively with cross-functional teams.

The successful candidate will have a strong market presence, the ability to develop client relationships, and experience supervising associates and support staff. This role offers a platform to build a national practice while working on complex, commercially significant matters.

Portable book of business of $2M+ (USD)
Established client relationships and demonstrable origination record in transportation/maritime matters
Experience leading teams and managing complex transactional or contentious matters in the sector

Where the match is not obvious from the description, it is still worth a conversation — the specification tends to follow the practice.

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