Testimonials

Below are a few testimonials from people in the legal industry who have worked with us.

Partners

“Karen is an outstanding legal recruiter. She's proactive and energetic. She encouraged me to consider and pursue opportunities that were "outside of the box" during my recent job search, which helped me broaden my search and develop a more creative, productive approach. I highly recommend Karen.”
- R.H., Vice President, Global Affairs

“Karen is the very best Career Counselor and Recruiter. She knows well the places and people who work where she places candidates. She works with employers to understand the kind of candidates who will succeed in their environment, then works tirelessly to find the perfect match of intellect and personality to fit the need. Having worked in a law firm herself, Karen knows the pressures inherent in the work environment and the need for excellence in performance. She develops a strategy for the employer and the candidate to find the right place so both can succeed. Honest, optimistic, positive and upbeat are the best words to describe her. Karen is successful because she is responsive, hardworking, an excellent listener and tries to serve each person's needs - no matter how difficult. She is truly awesome.”
- P.B., Litigation Partner

“I engaged Karen to assist me in researching lateral career opportunities as a result of being dissatisfied with the recruiter that I had been working with to date. Within an hour or two of our initial meeting, Karen had arranged for me to interview with the employer with which I ultimately accepted a position two months later. Karen's knowledge of the industry and the employer (including all of the relevant "players") were both tremendously helpful to me throughout the interview process. I'd recommend her services to other lawyers interested in exploring career opportunities in the Boston-area.”
- S.B., M&A, High Technology and Venture Capital Partner

"Karen Welling is the consummate professional in legal recruiting. She is smart, well-connected, and extremely responsive."
- R.C., Partner and Former U.S. Attorney

"Karen knows the Boston area legal market inside and out and was able to provide me with insights and opportunities that proved invaluable to identifying and obtaining the right position for me at the time. Karen is an extremely dedicated and effective advocate for her clients, and I have the utmost respect for her. She is also a pleasure."
- J.O., Privacy and Consumer Protection Attorney

Associates

“Karen is about establishing a relationship with you as the job candidate. She utilizes her many connections with law firms and attorneys in the Boston area to identify opportunities. But there is never any pressure to interview with a potential employer if you do not think it is the right fit for you. She is focused on finding that well-suited match between you and the employer and as a former practicing attorney she is knowledgeable about the transition that comes with taking on a new challenge in the legal field." 
- E.B., Trusts & Estates Associate

“Karen was a real pleasure to work with and gave me the opportunity to get my foot in the door at firms I wanted to work for. Karen is familiar with all the key players, is knowledgeable and in touch with the personalities of firms, and perfectly matched me with my firm in consideration of my experience, skillset, and personality. I highly recommend Karen, and am truly grateful for helping me secure a life changing position at a great firm!"
- G.R., Family Law Associate

“I cannot recommend Karen enough! She is very result oriented, knowledgeable about the key players in the industry, and follows-up very quickly. I was able to get from A to B with a fast turnaround.” 
-Y.T., Real Estate Associate

“Karen is an energetic and devoted legal recruiter who takes the time to get to know her clients and their areas of specialization. She has an impressive set of contacts in the Boston legal industry. Her resume formatting and editing prowess cast my experiences in an excellent light.”  
- C.H., Patent Attorney

“Karen is dedicated, personable and extremely knowledgeable of the New England legal market. I was, and continue to be impressed with Karen's drive and creative ability from my initial meeting with her. Moreover, she obtained an unbelievable result for me. Simply stated, Karen is the best.”
- J.S., Certified MLBPA Player Agent & Attorney

“I cannot recommend Karen highly enough. She was incredibly helpful (and successful) to me in my recent job hunt. Karen is very responsive and has deep knowledge of the legal hiring landscape. I have worked with many recruiters over the years, but none have provided me with the advice, guidance and opportunities that Karen did. She is a tremendous advocate for her clients, and I would encourage anyone looking to make a move in the Boston legal market to work with her.”
- M.P., Corporate Associate

Employers

"I've been working with Karen since 1999 and she's one of my all-time favorites.  She's a legal recruiter who truly humanizes the process.  She has a knack for finding quality candidates and I always trust that she's done her diligence and will work tirelessly to complete the hire for my firm.  Her level of professionalism and ethics is bar none.  I couldn't ask for a better legal recruiter than Karen!  It's always a true joy each time we get to work together."
- Katherine A. Thatcher, Director of Talent Acquisition & Integration

“I have known and worked with Karen Welling for over 15 years. Karen is a delight to work with. She is the ultimate professional who is resourceful, candid, and honorable and diligently works toward successful searches. I highly recommend Karen as a legal recruiter.”
- Nancy Needle, Director of Legal Recruiting