Every Big Law and elite boutique attorney on this map was recommended in confidence by someone who worked beside them or for them: a strong lawyer who treats people well. Nobody can buy a spot or pressure their way on. The people who vouch stay anonymous.
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Why I built this
A personal project of Bryson Malcolm
Through my work in Big Law, I've gotten to know attorneys I trust across the industry. When someone tells me, in confidence, about a lawyer they'd gladly work for again, I think that deserves to be shared.
Character and Fitness recognizes lawyers who do strong work and treat people well. The recommendations come from people I know and trust, and I validate each one. Who vouched and what they said stay private; the lawyer gets the recognition.
I build this list independently, from my own conversations and judgment. No law firm, legal employer, or listed attorney has a hand in it.
No listing is made in collaboration with a law firm, legal employer, or listed attorney. The list reflects private conversations with attorneys we trust and their judgment about the people they worked with. If you've worked with someone here and think I got it wrong, I want to hear that too. Email Bryson@MosaicSearchPartners.com and we'll set up a conversation.
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