BigLaw Lateral Move Opportunities
Find lateral attorney opportunities at Cravath Scale firms across the San Francisco Bay Area. For BigLaw lawyers seeking law firm transfers, by former BigLaw attorneys.
Leading BigLaw Associate Placement
With former BigLaw experience expertise we specialize in lateral associate moves and understand how to bridge regional roles with global platforms. We help BigLaw associates navigate law firm transfers and lateral move opportunities. We offer insights that align with each territory's distinct culture and market dynamics, working across all cities across the Bay Area from San Jose to San Francisco. Whether you're seeking a lateral move within BigLaw or transitioning out of BigLaw, we understand the nuances of associate lateral transfers.
Strategic BigLaw Partner Placement
Partner-level lateral moves require a different approach. Our team of former BigLaw attorneys understands the nuances of partner recruitment, from practice group fit and economics to firm culture and integration. We focus our efforts on helping partners navigate transitions with books of business to and within Cravath scale law firms. Whether you're seeking a lateral partnership, equity consideration, or a strategic move to build your practice, we provide tailored guidance and access to opportunities that align with your career trajectory.
About Scale Up Counsel
Not actively looking, but wondering where you stand in the lateral market?
You don't have to commit to anything. Just get the information and decide from there.
I'm Ezra, founder of Scale Up Counsel. Before recruiting, I practiced at a Cravath-scale firm, so I understand firsthand how stressful and opaque the lateral process can feel. That experience shapes how I work with every lawyer I talk to.
Right now, we're partnered with 20+ top-tier employers: BigLaw firms, AI-native law firms, and elite legal tech companies, all actively hiring strong lawyers across the country.
Here's how it works:
- Send me a DM to get a look at what's available.
- If there's a potential fit, we'll set up a quick call to map out your options.
- Your resume goes nowhere without your explicit approval, ever.
You stay in control at every step.
Who we work with:
Lawyers from AmLaw 200 firms, elite boutiques, or top in-house teams, with strong academics and a genuine interest in exploring what's next.
Ezra Clark
CEO + Founder
Legal job search strategy
Your Next Role May Be Off the Beaten Path
Want a better shot at the legal job you actually want? One of the smartest moves is applying where competition is still thin. That is exactly why we built Scale Up Counsel: a growing legal jobs database plus recruiting support for attorneys who want access to opportunities others miss.
We combine human research with automated discovery to surface roles across firm sites, employer pages, and niche sources. The goal is simple: help you find strong fits faster through a confidential search with our team.
Target roles with less competition
Some of the strongest legal openings never attract hundreds of applicants. When you pursue roles early or in narrower channels, your odds of moving forward improve dramatically.
Look beyond the major job boards
High-quality opportunities often live on firm career pages, employer sites, and smaller regional listings. They rarely stay visible on the largest boards long enough for most candidates to find them.
Coverage over paid placement
Many boards only show roles employers pay to promote. Our team and automated research continuously add legal openings we discover across the market, not just sponsored listings.
Ready to see what is out there? Send your resume for a confidential look at roles that match your background.
Send your resume to ezra@scaleupcounsel.com to get started.
Find Your Next Lateral Move
For BigLaw lawyers seeking law firm transfer opportunities