The Trusted Recruiter for Lawyers Moving to International Markets 

Confidential, consultative, and deeply connected — with over 25 years placing partners and associates at the world's leading law firms

Recent Testimonials:

“an excellent knowledge of the market, is a good listener […] a great professional.”

Arbitration Partner

London

“James is a thoroughly professional and dedicated legal recruiter who thoroughly understands the offshore sector…I would recommend any lawyer looking to move internationally to speak with James.”

Barrister

British Virgin Islands

“Not only does he [James] have great knowledge of the off-shore market but is able to provide an insight into their way of thinking/ mind set. James is also very pleasant and approachable.”

Structured Finance Counsel

Cayman Islands

“A genuine, 360-degree, consultative service from a recruiter who really knows his market.”

Insurance Associate

Sydney

“handled with subtly and consideration from start to finish, resulting in receiving a great offer from a firm I had always regarded very highly. Thank you, James!”

Employment Partner

London

“Professional, personable and dedicated to his candidates, James is a legal recruiter of the highest calibre.”

Senior Banking Associate

Hong Kong

“I would strongly recommend Agnew O’Brien to any lawyer looking to make a move internationally.”

Junior Banking & Finance Associate

Singapore

“an extremely capable recruiter with a friendly bedside manner. Insightful and proactive, he quickly located me an opportunity that fit my experience”

Senior Disputes Counsel

British Virgin Islands

“James clearly demonstrated that he is willing to go the extra mile for his clients. I would certainly recommend James.”

Senior Regulatory Associate

Cayman Islands

“the best recruiter I have ever met [… James] provided important insights, and is personable, friendly and supportive”

Corporate Associate

Hong Kong

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