The Private Practice legal sector in the Midlands and South West is a thriving and diverse market, with firms ranging from regional powerhouses to national and international players. As the legal landscape continues to evolve, the demand for top-tier legal talent remains high. Our dedicated team specialises in matching exceptional legal professionals with the right opportunities, offering in-depth market insights and a consultative approach tailored to each individual.
At the heart of our expertise lies a deep understanding of the unique challenges and opportunities within the Midlands and South West Private Practice sector. Our team is committed to providing strategic career guidance, leveraging our extensive network and industry knowledge to ensure both candidates and clients receive the highest level of service. Whether you are seeking your next career-defining move or looking to attract the best legal talent, we are here to support you with a discreet, informed, and proactive approach.
Understanding our business isn't rocket science. We simply remove the pain points that hirers and candidates experience on their journeys. We manage over 35,000 applications from candidates each year, and 1 in 4 CVs we send results in an interview request. As a business, we are members of APSCO, and we are currently rated platinum by Investors in People. You are in the best hands with us.
Dante Friend is a Senior Recruitment Consultant at Douglas Scott Legal Recruitment, with over 4 years at the company. Having joined in 2011, he now oversees Hampshire, Dorset, and the southwest. Dante provides a highly professional service, recruiting for all levels of firms, from city and large regional to Legal 500 and high street. If Dante weren’t in recruitment, he would be pursuing a career in journalism. One of his goals this year is to buy a Porsche.
Chris Hodgson is a Senior Recruitment Consultant at Douglas Scott Legal Recruitment, with over 9 years at the company. He joined the company in 2015 and works with clients across the Midlands, representing candidates ranging from qualified solicitors to legal support staff. Chris has also studied a Professional Marketing Course. Outside of work, Chris loves travelling and has participated in extreme activities like skydiving and bungee jumping in New Zealand.
We partner the HR professionals, practice managers, partners and business leaders who are accountable for hiring talent into their business.