TESTIMONIALS

I was referred to Heidi by a colleague that had great success with her. Ultimately, it was one of the best decisions I have ever made. Heidi served as a recruiter, counselor, and friend who went to the ends of the earth—and leveraged her entire network—to place me at a top-flight firm with a better platform for my career. She invested countless time and effort, including her deep knowledge of the legal industry and myriad firms, tailoring her recommendations to my professional goals.

Heidi also provided invaluable insight every step of the way, including by revamping my resume, teaching interview skills, and changing my communication style. During interview preparation, she identified how I could persuasively convey my experience to potential employers. Her assistance resulted in highly successful interviews and an increased confidence in my own abilities.

Put simply, I can’t say enough good things about Heidi, and highly recommend her to anyone that is seeking recruiting services. And unlike other recruiters, Heidi understands the short and long-term impact on your career when you change firms.

Mid-level Associate — AMLaw 100 Firm

I had reached a ceiling, and was very unhappy at my previous firm. I had also been very disappointed in the past by other recruiters and didn’t think I would ever go that route again, but a good friend, who also had enormous success with Heidi and talked about her frequently for years, as both a career coach and recruiter, insisted that I try Heidi, and I am so glad I did!

I never once felt like I was being pushed into a position for the sake of placement, or that any of the positions she ran by me were a waste of time. Beyond finding me a great position fast with her amazing network, Heidi made me feel like family right away. She genuinely cares about me both professionally and personally, and helped me to transition in more ways than one. I couldn’t have made the leap, or landed in such a great spot without her.

Mid-level Associate — Elite Boutique Firm

Before Heidi and I connected, I had been feeling the burnout of my law firm job for several months but felt “stuck” because I needed something that would allow me the flexibility to work remotely without sacrificing my upward mobility. All the other recruiters I had talked to told me that in-house jobs with that criteria would be hard to find and then seemed to just give up on me.  But not Heidi. Even though she came to me with a role to fill, she didn’t just try to force me into it. Instead, she really listened to what I wanted from a new role and ensured that the role she had in mind would truly be a good fit for me. Heidi supported me every step of the way, from revising my resume, to interview prep, to negotiating the terms of my offer on my behalf, ensuring the entire process was seamless.  And, her support didn’t stop once I got the job.  She has continued to check in and make sure this new role is working as we anticipated it would. After working with Heidi for just a few weeks, I already know I have a friend in her for life.
 
Senior Counsel — Global Solar Energy Company
Heidi was the best recruiter I’ve ever worked with.  She served as both a recruiter and counselor.  I was a tough assignment as I’d spent the last 10 years in-house.  Heidi worked tirelessly with me to perfect my resume and then helped brainstorm about law firms that would be a good fit.  She leveraged her strong connections to place me in front of a firm wanting to grow their practice with a lawyer with my skill-set.  Next thing I knew I had an offer and the chance to work at a great firm near my family!
 
I would unequivocally recommend Heidi.  Not only did she generate interviews for me, but she helped counsel me on my interview skills and refine my message.  We then worked together on a business plan that best presented the value I could add to the firm.  She was there each step of the way to prepare for each interview, debrief after the interview and maintain a positive energy throughout the whole process. She also gave me a confidence that I did not previously have about my rainmaking skills.  This reflected in my interviews and led to my offer.  After my offer, Heidi continued to stay in touch and serve as a resource.  She is the best!
 

Senior Healthcare Counsel — AmLaw 200 Firm

I had reached a ceiling at my previous firm, so I contacted several recruiters to explore the possibility of moving to a larger firm with a better platform for my professional growth.  When I chatted with Heidi, she definitely stood out from the others. She invested the time and energy to discuss the pros and cons of transitioning to a larger firm, and she had a lot of knowledge on specific firms that would suit my specialties and interests. More importantly, she did not rush me while I worked through the difficult decision to leave my firm.
 
After a few months, when I decided that the time was right to make a move, Heidi followed through on our initial discussions and found a range of firms with the best fit for my professional interests. Once I decided to apply to each firm, she worked with me on all angles of my application and presentation, with heavy emphasis on my interviewing skills.  I found it interesting that previous firms that had declined an interview with me were now very interested to meet with me and discuss my qualifications. We prioritized the firms that were interested and, in large part due to Heidi’s great negotiating I had several competing offers to choose from and was able to move forward with the firm at the top of my list.
 
Heidi’s commitment to her clients, her experience in the legal industry, and her ability to negotiate a stellar compensation package clearly separate her from the rest of the pack. I highly recommend anyone looking for placement to contact Heidi first!
 
Senior Environmental/Land Use Counsel — Elite Regional Firm

I was initially referred to Heidi during a time when I was in search of a job and being rejected left and right for roles which I felt I should have gotten based upon experience. I was told Heidi helped people interview better so, while I had thought I was a good interviewer, I decided to take her counsel. Not only did Heidi help me interview better, but she made me realize things I never knew about how I communicate.

From the first time we talked, Heidi was able to identify nuisances in the words I used and how I expressed myself – subtleties which were greatly impacting my interviews without me even realizing. Heidi opened up my understanding of the subtleties of language and how certain words can completely change other’s perceptions of me. Not only did Heidi greatly help me with how I communicate, but she also significantly increased my understanding of leadership traits and words others pick up on. 

Heidi’s thoughts and ideas have greatly enhanced my interest in learning more about both communication and leadership and I will continue working with her to help me along my path in becoming a more successful professional. She’s been wonderful to talk to and I highly recommend Heidi’s knowledge and insights.

Finance Executive at Fortune 500 Company

When I was first introduced to Heidi, I knew that I was unhappy in my current position, but couldn’t exactly pinpoint why I wanted a change or what type of environment I ultimately wanted for my career. Despite my uncertainty and imprecision, Heidi was able to find the exact type of environment that I needed for the next step of career and ultimately place me in a fantastic position. Heidi is extremely good at what she does. Our sessions were part job searching, part coaching, and part therapy. The amount of time that Heidi devotes to her candidates is commendable. I’ve used other recruiters in the past, and with them I had always felt pressure from them to close the deal as if I was just another box to check fro them to receive a commission. You can tell immediately that Heidi cares less about her bottom line and more about her candidates’ overall happiness and career progression. I highly and wholeheartedly recommend Heidi for anyone looking to make a change in their legal career.

Senior Associate at AmLaw 200 Firm

When I was considering moving my practice to a new firm, I chose Heidi to help me focus my search and evaluate options. Through her knowledge of the profession and sheer tenacity, she helped find the best fit for me and my clients.

I first knew Heidi as a terrific lawyer and colleague. When she founded her company, I hired her for career coaching to help me prioritize my efforts.  When I decided to explore other firms, she provided great insights, compiled metrics and intel and handled all the logistics.

While the process of switching firms can seem daunting, Heidi made it all manageable.  She is also a total joy to work with.  My new firm was also very impressed with her professionalism and is now using her services as well.

I whole-heartedly recommend Heidi to anyone seeking career coaching or recruiting services.

Senior Partner at AmLaw 100 Firm

Heidi is the best recruiter with whom I have worked – by a mile. She truly supplies white-glove service, and spends the time to get to know you and your goals. Rather than taking a scattershot approach and flooding the market with resumes, Heidi uses her exceptional knowledge of the industry and firms to tailor recommendations to your goals and preferences. She really focuses on the right fit, rather than just making any placement to get it off her plate. Additionally, I was consistently impressed with the time and effort Heidi put into my search. She thoroughly coached me on firm background, talking points, phrases and concepts to raise and avoid, how best to position myself in response to tough questions, and, generally, how to be a better candidate. It was all done without condensation, but rather with an eye to guiding me to present the best version of myself.

I should mention that when I was introduced to Heidi, I gave her a tough assignment: I was a senior attorney with a modest book, looking to make a move to a prestigious firm with a generous compensation package in the last quarter of the year. Most recruiters would have balked and tried to talk me into waiting until the holidays and fiscal years were closed. Not Heidi. She got right to work and got me in the door with several impressive firms immediately. I had my dream offer by the first week of the year. I unreservedly recommend Heidi to anyone interested in her services

Litigation and L&E Partner, Chair of Firm’s L&E Practice

I first met Heidi when I was considering relocating to Southern California from the East Coast and looking for a recruiter. It quickly became clear to us that I was not ready to move to California in the short term, and we decided to focus instead on coaching. I had never had a career coach, and worried that our meetings would focus on “salesy” client development strategies, or involve a series of boring lectures. I was completely wrong. Our sessions felt personal and important, and because she really got to know me – and not just my hours billed or the value of my portable book – Heidi helped me to identify the issues that I needed to work on in my career that would ultimately help empower me to take steps to effect positive change. Every session we created a list of action items, and Heidi kept me accountable.

Heidi is kind, but no-nonsense; she has an extremely high EQ and is an excellent listener who absorbs not only the information communicated, but how it is presented. She immediately noted issues with my communication style and helped me begin the process of changing my speech pattern. She helped me not only to perceive and value my unique strengths and abilities, but also present them powerfully and persuasively to others in both conversation and writing. The impact of this improvement on my communication skills bolstered my confidence immeasurably in both professional and personal settings.

I have recommended Heidi to several friends and colleagues as both a recruiter and a coach, and all have recounted similar experiences to mine. Whatever your specific needs may be, Heidi will identify them and work with you as an effective, trusted counselor. Any time spent with Heidi is a superior investment in yourself.

Director of Employment Litigation at a Global Consulting Firm

Heidi is easily the best recruiter I have ever worked with and I can’t recommend her services enough.  As a somewhat “newer” lawyer to Los Angeles and, at the time, working as an associate in a small firm with not much room for growth, I did not have as much marketable experience or intimate knowledge of the legal community as some of my more seasoned colleagues that Heidi had successfully placed.  Heidi truly listened to me and what I wanted to achieve in my career, provided well-reasoned advice and excellent feedback, and collaborated with me to make my resume more marketable.  Not only did she make what could be a daunting job search as painless as possible, she immediately secured me an interview at a highly-reputable firm, fully prepared me for the interview, and, very shortly thereafter, called to congratulate me on my job offer in the midst of negotiating my significantly higher salary and benefits.  Heidi provided unwavering enthusiasm and support and exhibited unparalleled professionalism every step of the way.
 
Thanks to Heidi, I am now at a firm where I feel valued and supported, I get to work with professionals at the top of their game on highly complex and novel cases, have room for growth, and, most importantly, love practicing law again.  Heidi has truly changed my life and I will continue to refer her services to anyone seeking a meaningful career change.

Heidi is as invaluable as she’s hard working, intelligent and beyond resourceful. Her professionalism, work ethic and integrity are impressive to say the least. Heidi is a class act

Business Owner

I consulted Heidi about coaching me through a challenging professional executive-level situation, and later a large career move.  Heidi was able to quickly understand the complex business issues and nuances of the career politics involved.  She jumped into my challenging situation with a positive attitude and decisiveness.  Her strong, warm presence allowed me to calm down in stressful moments, and she helped me regain lost perspective.   Her guidance was tailored to me based on her ability to read personalities and situations.  She will not only help coach you through making decisions about your next best steps, but also offer easy-to-follow guidance and encouragement through the execution of those steps.  She continued to surprise me with her creative approach, providing outside-the-box thinking that will make you wonder how you ever got to where you are without her.  She will help get you to the next level, whether you want to go farther inside the company you are with now, or finding that next big opportunity.

Executive Director — Legal & Compliance

Heidi is by far the most knowledgeable and insightful legal recruiter I’ve ever worked with.  Because she worked at a law firm before becoming a legal recruiter, Heidi’s finger is firmly on the pulse of the industry, providing her the ability to find opportunities that other recruiters simply don’t think of.  Even better, she’s not just someone trying to slot you into a new job, and she doesn’t just read job postings at you.  She is not only a recruiter, she is a career counselor that understands your skills, goals, and career trajectory beyond just your next paycheck.  I simply can’t praise her skills enough, and I’ve already recommended her services to close friends.

Mid-Level IP Associate 

Working with Heidi is a pleasure. Her knowledge and experience made an immediate, significant impact on my job interviewing success, through her dedicated coaching and professional mentoring services. My communication skills, both in a professional and personal capacity, have notably improved since working with Heidi. Her direct feedback for improving my choice of words in various life scenarios is invaluable. She has a logical method of teaching and explaining that truly resonates and inspires me. I can’t speak highly enough of her services.

Senior In-House Counsel

Heidi is the recruiter I had hoped to find but didn’t know existed until I met her.  Not only does she have extraordinary expertise and up-to-date industry knowledge, her dedication to her candidates is unparalleled. Her attention to detail, diligence, and professionalism greatly benefited my career, and her fantastic track record with other candidates reflects all of those attributes.  This is in part because, rather than indiscriminately pushing candidates towards every open position like many other recruiters do, Heidi carefully and thoughtfully recommends only those opportunities which are the best fit for them.  She simply goes above and beyond.

Senior Labor & Employment Associate