When a client engages your services again and again, chances are you’re doing something right.  We value our long-standing relationships with the nation’s most prestigious Partners and law firms.  Here’s what they say about us:

“I like working with Avis because she’s very attentive and good at communicating the needs of people on both sides of the equation. She understands our business model and culture and always brings us very strong candidates that fit with our firm.

I trust her judgment. She knows the San Francisco and Silicon Valley market very well. She knows who the players are, who the competition is and what different firms are looking for. ”

Neel Chatterjee
Managing Partner, Orrick, Herrington & Sutcliffe, Silicon Valley Office

"Avis has taken the time to get to know our firm in a way that's completely distinct. She knows what practices we are prioritizing, what resources we have and how a candidate can be successful in our firm. Avis brought us Jesse Markham, the former chair of Morrison & Foerster’s antitrust practice and one of the best antitrust litigators in the country. His addition to the firm has set the stage for HRO to continue its momentum in San Francisco and nationally. Her knowledge of the marketplace is unparalleled and her approachability and responsiveness is extraordinary.

Avis also provides an extra level of service to her recruiting efforts. She has advised laterals how to successfully transition their clients. And she helped open doors for me in the Bay Area, introducing me to reporters and business leaders. That really stands out."

Kenneth Lund
Firmwide Managing Partner, Holme Roberts & Owen

"Avis takes the trouble to understand the firm to which she is bringing a lateral candidate. She gets to know the partners and the intricacies of their practice and looks for people who are compatible with both on multiple levels.  As a lawyer herself, she brings more to the table than many others do.

As a deal get close, she understands what motivates both sides. She fights very hard; not only for her prospects, but also for the firm that she is convinced is right for that lateral.  If a deal can be made, she will get the best terms for both sides, which is an unusual and unusually valuable quality in a recruiter.

She is one of the best, if not the best recruiter I've ever worked with. She's good at the details, but always keeps the big picture in mind.

There was one young entrepreneurial candidate whom Avis suggested we hire, and at the time we couldn't see where his practice would fit in the firm. But she looked at the puzzle and saw just where this piece fit. She told me: 'You have to trust me on this.' I did. We brought the attorney in and he's been terrific. He's now a key part of our practice."

James Wright
Former Managing Partner, San Francisco Office, Buchalter Nemer

"Avis is invaluable in helping law firms find and successfully integrate lateral partners. The partners she has brought us have had an enormously positive impact on our office. She is part of the success quotient. I wouldn't call her a headhunter. She is truly a consultant and guide in the hiring process and beyond.

Avis is unique. Many headhunters may do some of the things she does but she does more of everything better.  She always brings us candidates that fit our needs. And she does not sell a candidate in the front door of the firm while trying to take others out the back door. She is one of the most professional recruiters I've worked with in 10 years.

Candidates looking for representation could do no better. She learns about them and does an excellent job representing their interests. If I ever were to retain a headhunter to represent me she would be one of the first I'd call. "

Rodney Patula
Partner, Director of Advocacy Northern California, Squire, Sanders & Dempsey

"Avis is absolutely fearless. She is accessible 24/7 but she also does not give up. She doesn’t stop until she gets you what you are looking for. . .  When you are searching for a candidate she is tireless in her follow-through and when you are considering a move she pounds away looking at all the different angles. . . .She has a topnotch knowledge of the market and access to decision-makers. She can pick up the phone and call firm chairmen and other leaders.

She clearly knows the Bay Area market. When I talked to her she knew exactly how the market would value my practice and what compensation levels I could expect.

I think Avis stands out as No. 1 in the Bay Area. She did such a good job for me I don't expect ever to make another move, but if any of my friends were considering a change, I would tell them to pick up the phone and call Avis. And when I’m looking for someone I call her first because I know the quality will be the best.”

Thomas Shoesmith
Managing Partner, Shanghai Office Pillsbury, Winthrop

"Avis has been the most responsive recruiter and brought us the most qualified people. She knows what our objectives are and doesn't waste our time with people who don't fit well. Our office in San Francisco is relatively small and integration is critical. The people she has brought us are not only good lawyers but also good people."

Ralph Wellington
Chair, Schnader Harrison Segal & Lewis

“Avis has a superb feel for the market and knows where the people she represents will best fit. It’s clear that quality candidates seek her out. . . .She is not interested in just closing a deal but finds out what her client’s needs are to make a match that works.  She’s ethical and hard working and responsive. I don’t know anyone better than Avis.”

Leo Murphy
Managing Partner, San Francisco Office, Schnader Harrison Segal & Lewis,

"Avis was very helpful in getting us started in Menlo Park. And she brought us someone who turned out to be one of our corporate stars in Palo Alto. .  .She has a very good knowledge of the market and is a proactive recruiter, which I really appreciate."

T. Hale Boggs
Founding Partner, Palo Alto and San Francisco Offices, Manatt, Phelps & Phillips