Kathleen was an incredible partner and guide through my most recent interview process - she really listened and gave me the space to make sure I found the right opportunity rather than rushing to fill a role and move on. Would 100% be my first call for future searches and would recommend to anyone!

 LAURA KILIAN

Head of Legal, Picsart

Kathleen is awesome. She stands out as a fierce champion for attorneys in her recruitment portfolio, skillfully positioning their expertise to secure ideal placements in a competitive market. With Kathleen's strategic guidance and extensive network, attorneys gain access to career-defining opportunities that would remain hidden without her exceptional industry intuition. I strongly recommend working with Kathleen on any job search!

 BRIAN RUSSELL

Head of Legal & Compliance, Prefect

Nadeen is a strong advocate for the attorneys she represents in searches, consistently championing their skills and qualifications to potential employers. Her incredibly responsive and professional demeanor ensures both candidates and hiring firms receive timely communication throughout the recruitment process. She has a bird's eye view of the legal talent field allows her to identify perfect matches between attorneys and opportunities that might otherwise be overlooked. Nadeen's deep industry knowledge and commitment to her clients make her an invaluable partner in navigating the competitive legal recruitment landscape. I highly recommend working with Nadeen!

Brian Russell

Head of Legal & Compliance at Prefect

I cannot overstate the value Taylor brought to my career transition. His strategic guidance and knowledge of the legal landscape were fundamental to my search, which led me to my role at Paul Hastings. What sets Taylor apart is his indisputable commitment to understanding your professional aspirations and personal values. He does not merely align credentials with openings; Taylor considers cultural fit, growth potential, and long-term career trajectory in a holistic manner. Taylor has a knack for underscoring distinctive qualities to employers while ensuring thorough preparation for each interview stage. Throughout our collaboration, Taylor remained transparent about the hiring process while advocating for my candidacy. Undoubtedly, Taylor's integrity and market awareness make him an indispenensable resource to any legal professional. If you are looking for a recruiter who balances professionalism with authenticity and delivers exceptional results, Taylor is your best advocate.

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 Associate at Paul Hastings

I cannot recommend Nadeen enough if you are looking for a compassionate, thoughtful, and honest advocate when making a move.

Working with her feels less like working with a recruiter and more like working with a career coach. Nadeen took the time to understand my personal and professional goals before recommending openings to me. I knew I could count on her to give me honest feedback and strategic advice when thinking through different options. She encouraged me to think long term and was always a (sometimes hour long) phone call away when I needed a sounding board or a friend during the process, acting with my best interest in mind no matter what. Ultimately, Nadeen made a big change feel a lot more exciting than terrifying. Even after I got the job, Nadeen continued to check in on me after I started to make sure everything was going well.

It is obvious that Nadeen really cares about helping people and I cannot think of anyone better to have in your corner when you are looking to make a move.

Atrina Mehdipour

Corporate Attorney at Davis, Wright, Tremaine

Our company began working with Allison last year on two high profile, management-level positions. The task was particularly difficult because we were still in "stealth mode" at the time and relied on Allison's ability to advocate for our company and business model in the absence of a lot of external information or publicity.

Allison proved to be very effective in pitching our company to qualified, high level personnel and we are able to fill our vacancies with executives who were either not actively seeking new positions or were just at the very start of looking for new opportunities. She worked with us from the sourcing process through offer negotiations and eventually onboarding.

We would enthusiastically use Allison to help us fill other key positions and recommend her services without reservation.

CEO

Series A Crypto Fintech

Working with Taylor was an exceptional experience. His deep understanding of ECVC, the NY legal market, and the unique dynamics of top firms gave me insights I couldn’t have gotten anywhere else. Taylor isn’t just a recruiter—he’s a true matchmaker who goes above and beyond to connect people with the right opportunities. He provided an insider’s perspective on the people, culture, and growth trajectories at various firms, helping me make a confident, informed decision. He took the time to truly understand my goals, priorities, and aspirations, approaching every step of the process with care and precision. His thoughtful, deliberate approach made what could have been a stressful transition feel seamless and supported. I wholeheartedly recommend Taylor to anyone considering a career move or simply seeking a trusted expert in the legal recruiting space.

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EC/VC Associate at Goodwin

Nadeen has been a source of support and guidance throughout my career. When it came time for my next job search, I called her first. Nadeen exceeded all expectations and delivered outstanding service and results. She took the time to understand my goals and priorities for this search, provided thoughtful insights at every step, and always kept the focus on my long-term vision. She skillfully navigated the legal industry’s nuances and provided tailored guidance, ultimately connecting me with opportunities that perfectly matched my criteria. Nadeen’s unwavering support and strategic advice made the entire process feel manageable and seamless. If you are exploring new legal career possibilities or seeking someone who genuinely invests in your success, Nadeen is at the top of the list—I will recommend her every time.

Eric Menist

IP Litigation Associate at Gibson Dunn

Working with Virginia made me enjoy changing jobs (despite some tough logistics) and she was incredibly helpful throughout the entire process. Making a career move can be a stressful experience under any circumstances, but it is even more difficult when the physical move involves switching coasts! Virginia not only helped me present myself as a candidate in the most favorable light, she also helped me understand the firm, get a sense of what living in Los Angeles would be like, what the interviewers were seeking, and whether the opportunity fit my professional goals (spoiler alert: it has absolutely been a great fit).

With Virginia and Whistler Partners, it was clear that they understood what made my profile and resumé unique, and why I was a good fit for the position they ultimately helped place me in. Rather than pitching me multiple opportunities and focusing on getting me to make a switch, Virginia came to me with a role specifically suited to my experiences while helping me explore and identify other similar jobs. Whistler's knowledge of me as a candidate and why I was a good fit led to a successful hiring and I couldn't be happier that Virginia reached out.

On the one hand, my experience was so good that I wouldn't hesitate to work with them again. On the other hand, they did such a good job placing me that I don't think I'll ever entertain another job search again! Although, if I need to use a recruiting firm to help me hire someone in the future, I know exactly who I will be calling first.

MATTHEW BERNSTEIN

Corp Attorney  at Loeb & Loeb

My experience working with Nadeen was fantastic. Nadeen truly listened to my interests and goals, and worked with me quickly and meticulously to help me find a role that checked all my boxes. Nadeen is meticulous and communicative, and provides great wisdom, reassurance, and perspective on the legal industry throughout the lateral process. She is also diligent, following up to ensure I am satisfied with my placement. I am very pleased with both the process and end result and would highly recommend Nadeen to anyone looking to make a career move.

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If you don’t know Edris Taufiq yet, prepare for your life to be upgraded.

Let me tell you about the unicorn that is Edris Taufiq; a force of nature, a relationship wizard, and quite possibly the most genuinely magnetic person I’ve ever met. For over 20 years, he’s been my confidant, my sounding board, and the person who can walk into any room and instantly make it brighter. Don't take my word for it, just wait until you speak to him directly.

Edris is the type of human being you could drop into a foreign country with no connections and no map, and within a week, he’d know half the locals and their life stories. By the end of the month, he’d be honorary mayor of the town, with relationships that feel decades old. 

His ability to connect with people isn’t just remarkable—it’s an art form.

Working with Edris isn’t just effective; it’s an experience. He approaches every challenge with fearless tenacity, unmatched precision, and a level of joy that makes you wonder if he’s operating on a higher frequency. 

You need something done? Edris will dive in, learn it inside and out, and execute like he’s been doing it for years. And somehow, he makes it look effortless.

Now at Whistler Partners—a premier matchmaker for the best and brightest tech attorneys—Edris Taufiq is bringing his entrepreneurial spirit, unmatched communication skills, and that signature ability to energize any room to the world of legal recruiting. 

If you’re lucky enough to work with him, know this: he’s not just going to meet your expectations—he’s going to redefine them.

Edris is the real deal. Truly one of the highest-quality people I’ve ever had the privilege and honor to have in my life, I don't say that lightly, and I can’t wait to see the magic he’ll create at Whistler Partners.

Anoush Moin

Senior Account Executive at Kainos

Just a quick note to express my extreme appreciation for all the work you’re doing on our behalf.

You’ve been more active over the last 4 weeks than all of the other firms we work with combined - flat out amazing.

Looks like sushi is the meal of choice at Whistler Partners. Whatever it is, it’s on me.

Thanks again, so very much.

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Emerging Companies & Venture Capital Managing Partner

I had the opportunity to work with Taylor while transitioning between litigation roles at different firms. From our very first call, I felt confident in his understanding of what I was seeking in my next role and his deep knowledge of—and strong connections with—top firms. Taylor was an excellent and proactive resource throughout the entire process, from scheduling interviews to preparing for potential case studies. Even after I received the offer I ultimately accepted (thanks to Taylor!), he advocated for my preferred start date and successfully negotiated a signing bonus with my new firm. I truly believe there’s no better recruiter I could have worked with, and I’ve already recommended him to several friends looking to make a move between firms.

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Associate at Withers Worldwide

I had the pleasure of working with Taylor when I transitioned to my first in-house role from a law firm.  From the start, Taylor was an incredible partner—knowledgeable about the industry and hiring trends and always attentive and responsive to my goals and preferences.  What stood out most was Taylor's easygoing and approachable demeanor.  From the beginning, I felt like I could trust him, which made certain stages in the process like compensation negotiations much easier with Taylor's support and expertise.  Overall, the entire process felt tailored and thoughtful, which was underscored by Taylor reaching out to me on my first day at the new job to wish me luck.  I highly recommend Taylor to anyone in the legal field looking for a recruiter who genuinely cares about finding the right match for both you and the employer. 

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Assistant General Counsel at Public Fintech Company

After expressing to a close friend my interest in finding a new position/firm, he immediately recommended Nadeen. As is every lawyer I know, I was constantly inundated with recruiter emails, calls, and texts, and it was impossible to know who to even reach out to, let alone work with. I spoke to a couple recruiters who seemed particularly professional and likable from their emails and enjoyed speaking with both. But then I got on a call with Nadeen and I knew I had found THE person to partner with on the long (and sometimes difficult/frustrating/scary/emotionally taxing) journey of trying to figure out the next step in my career.

Nadeen is knowledgeable, responsive, professional, thoughtful, and honest. I never felt pressured to reject or accept any offer and she always gave me her thoughts and opinions on every firm we were considering—good and bad. Moreover, she is an extremely lovely human being who I could be completely open and comfortable with (even regarding the tough stuff)—she felt like a friend. She handled what was probably a particularly complicated job search over several months (including navigating several different markets, as well as more than one pivot on my end) with ease. I love where I ended up and it’s all thanks to her.

If you are reading this, considering a move, and feeling overwhelmed, I hear you. I can’t recommend Nadeen enough. In fact, I already have to several friends.

Thanks for everything, friend.

Callahan H. Miller

Litigation Associate at White & Case

Taylor's knowledge and expertise in the industry is unparalleled. His ability to be more than a recruiter, but truly a matchmaker, was evident from day one. He spent as much time as necessary to make sure he knew my wants and needs and was beyond thoughtful and intentional in every step throughout the process. I could not recommend Taylor enough to anyone looking to make a move or just have someone with this level of expertise of the industry on their side!

CASEY ANDERSON 

Associate at David+Gilbert LLP

I had a chance to work with Sean several years ago when making my first career move. It was a great overall experience. Sean’s market knowledge and impressive network with a broad opportunity set spanning both small and large firms as well as in-house was incredibly helpful. However, what really set him apart was his genuine desire to understand my career aspirations to try his best to make sure I’d be happy wherever I ended up.  I recommend Sean to anyone looking to make a career change in the legal job market. He definitely went above and beyond.   

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Deputy GC at Asset Management

I’ve had the pleasure of working with Sean and Whistler Partners, and their industry knowledge has been invaluable. His insights are consistently spot-on, and his ability to understand both the personal and professional aspects of career decisions is unmatched. Sean doesn’t just focus on the immediate next step—he helps you envision the long-term path and makes sure every decision aligns with that vision. His knowledge of the legal market is remarkable, and his approach is always tailored to what’s best for you. I’d highly recommend working with Sean to anyone seeking advice or guidance on their next career move.

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Malani B.

Laura K.

Emily was an incredible search partner for us as we embarked on the first legal hire for our company. She thoughtfully listened to our needs, delivered a great set of candidates, managed an efficient search process, and helped us land our current Head of Legal.  I would highly recommend her for helping companies fill open legal roles!

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Co-Founder at Digital Health Start-Up

Jennifer B.

I've known Sean for almost 10 years. He's been a great sounding board and has given reliable advice throughout my legal career journey, from law firm associate, to in-house lawyer, to tech-gc, and back to a firm again. Highly recommend working with Sean.

GORDON SUNG

Counsel at ArentFox Schiff

Sean and the team at Whistler Partners are great advisors for lawyers, no matter how far along they are in their legal career. Early on in my career, Sean gave me very practical advice that set me on an early path to success that I would never have gotten elsewhere (and didn't involve any kind of commission).

Whether you're looking for a new role or trying to find a top candidate, Sean's knowledge of the legal market will be a huge asset for you.

JAMES GANNON

Associate General Counsel at McKinsey & Company

I've had the privilege of working with Whistler and Kathleen Mon from both sides of the table. During my tenure as Chief of Staff to the General Counsel at Gopuff Kathleen helped me find dynamic tech and regulatory lawyers that were great additions to our team. Kathleen listened (rare in a recruiter these days), helped us build on-point candidate profiles, and then brought amazing candidates to the table. Most importantly, she understood that finding the right culture fit was equally, if not more, important than finding a candidate with the right set of skills. It made the search process easy and effective.

Most recently, I worked with Kathleen as a candidate. In a world of mega recruiting agencies, working with Kathleen on the candidate side was a breath of fresh air. She communicated honestly, was super responsive, and gave me great feedback and advice during the entire process - from resume prep through the interview stages. Kathleen landed me a role I am absolutely thrilled about and it would not have been possible without her. I can't thank her enough and I highly recommend Kathleen to anyone looking to take that next step in their career!

NAT FLANDREAU

VP of Legal at Hubble Contacts

I was working with another recruiter and had an offer at an AmLaw 10 firm when Sean and Wolf came in at the 11th hour with an interesting opportunity at Wilson Sonsini. After interviewing, Wilson extended an offer and I faced a tough decision. The other firm was offering a big signing bonus, but my gut told me to go with Wilson. In spite of not representing me at the other firm, Sean and Wolf gave me neutral advice. I felt like they really got to know me, that they were considering my long-term career trajectory, and that they had my best interests at heart.  Without that trust, I might not have made the right decision. Three years on, I’ve made partner at Wilson and I can happily say that their advice was spot on.

DAVID SHARON

Corporate Partner at Wilson Sonsini

Taylor was an absolute pleasure to work with. He is highly responsible, immediately responsive, and obviously passionate about placing partners where they want to be. Taylor worked with me to find not just any job, but the perfect fit, and he succeeded. I cannot recommend him highly enough.

BEZALEL STERN

FTC, Advertising, and Consumer Protection Partner at Manatt

Working with Taylor gave me a renewed sense of optimism in the legal market. He took the time to understand me, my experience, and my goals. I was looking for the right opportunity to transition into a specialized field, and Taylor understood what that meant. He never brought roles to me that were outside of my interests, even if I had experience in the area. As firms were instituting layoffs, Taylor never let me panic or compromise on a position. It was clear that he knew his firms, their practice areas, and what would be a good fit for me. It was so refreshing compared to mass emails and generic work from other recruiters. Even after I received an offer, Taylor continued to be my advocate in negotiations until I felt both the role and the offer were right for me. Anytime I hear someone might be interested in a new position, I refer them to Taylor without hesitation.

MARLA IZBICKY

Privacy & Cybersecurity Counsel at Thompson Hine

Wolf, Sean and the Whistler team were massive assets in my corner when I was looking to take the next step. Their vast experience and deep understanding in the Tech / ECVC ecosystem was instrumental in helping me search for and secure my current role and their advice along the way was invaluable. Very few folks are this plugged into the market, but Wolf and Sean fundamentally understand the ECVC world. Much more than recruiters, Wolf and Sean were strategic advisors and I am very lucky to have them on my side.

BRIAN MULHALL

Partner at Goodwin

I've worked with Whistler Partners for over 3 years, and this is the second offer I've accepted through them in that time. Their knowledge of the technology sector is top notch – they clearly know and were able to introduce me to the best opportunities in it. And more specifically, Taylor and Nadeen have been fantastic to work with. They’re never pushy, provide detailed and nuanced insight about specific roles and general career trajectory, and always prepared me in advance of each interview. Really glad to have them in my corner!

ARON NIMANI

Technology Transactions and Licensing Senior Associate at WilmerHale

I’ve met a lot of recruiters over the years, but very few measure up to Kathleen.  She’s a straight shooter, and it doesn’t hurt that her team has some of the best connections in the industry.  

KENT S.

General Counsel and Chief Compliance Officer at Fynn

Working with Nadeen and Whistler Partners has been a great experience for me.  Nadeen was able to connect me with a dream job opportunity at a unicorn start-up, and I have Nadeen to thank for that.  I tried direct applying and through linkedIn, but Nadeen was able to get me in rather quickly through her great connections to the tech industry.  I highly recommend working with Nadeen and Whistler Partners!

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Legal Counsel at Smart Home Unicorn

Sean called me his first day on the job nearly 20 years ago. He moved me from litigation in a failing patent boutique to IP/Corporate at a top five PPP firm. It was exactly what I asked for and completely the wrong move for me.

Then, he helped me move, without getting paid for it, to a mid-sized advertising boutique where I worked happily for several years.

Lastly, as I was on the verge of true happiness, I had picked out office space and was moving to Austin Texas to start my own boutique with great weather and no state taxes, he asked me to “have breakfast and shake a hand” with this great firm he knows. Almost a decade later, it was a perfect fit.

Now we use Whistler to find other great attorneys fed up with Big Law that want interesting work and better lives.

S. GREGORY BOYD

Partner & Co-Chair of Interactive Entertainment Group at Frankfurt Kurnit

Unlike other recruiters, Sean and Whistler listened to what I wanted in a job and actively pursued those types of positions. At the time I was attempting to move from one practice area to another and most recruiters pitched me for the same practice area over and over. Whistler also had access to firms that were not on the typical recruiter “list.” I highly recommend them!

LINDSAY RODMAN

Senior Director, Business & Legal Affairs at Atlantic Records (former Davis & Gilbert)

Kathleen and Virginia have been wonderful to work with, both on the search and ramping us quickly into the legal discipline, market and archetypes. We saw a full panel and got our top choice. They’ve been an outstanding partner.

IAN TIEN

CEO at Mattermost

I've never worked with a talent partner like Kathleen. She has great insights into each candidate with whom she works and represents them incredibly well. We were not sure if we were going to find the right fit for our position but then we met Kathleen. Every candidate she showed us was qualified and the process felt collaborative, not transactional. It was really a pleasure to work with Kathleen and we have recommended her services to portfolio companies and colleagues at other funds and will continue to do so.

DAVID BERG

CFO at Rainfall Ventures

Francis helped me secure a position at the perfect firm for me. His high energy level and unique insights into how specific practice groups operate made each conversation fruitful. Switching firms can be stressful and may feel like a full-time job in itself, but working with Francis made the process much easier to navigate.

JORDAN THOMPSON

Tech Transactions Associate at Davis Wright Tremaine

I spoke to Sean at a moment of a big career transition. He listened carefully to where I was coming from, and his thoughtful and candid perspective was extremely helpful. The Whistler team got back to me within hours with several options for next steps that helped sharpen my focus and clarify my next steps.  

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Senior Counsel at XXXXXXXX XXXXXXXX

Sean and the Whistler team deeply understand the in-house and law firm markets and how they work together. As we've grown, I've relied on them to help us think through new openings, understand the market and find top talent.

JOSH BESER

Former General Counsel of Away, Emerging Companies Partner at Wilson Sonsini

I liked working with them so much, I joined the company!

DAN MUMMERY, Former Partner and Co-Chair, Strategic Sourcing & Commercial Transactions Group. Hiring Partner, Palo Alto office at Gibson Dunn

EMILY WITT, Former Senior Recruiting & Legal Personnel Coordinator at Wachtell

NADEEN SHATARA, Former Recruiter at Gunderson Dettmer and Fenwick

KATHLEEN MON, Former Senior Manager - NY Administrative and Professional Resources at Torys

LEE IACOCCA, had he worked in legal recruiting, we're sure

Whistler Partners is an outstanding firm, and they've become the gold standard for tech recruiting both on the law firm side and in-house. They have a deep bench, and they have all  of the same resources (if not more than) the big shops do, but their differentiators are unparalleled relationships and how they make the overall experience to be highly personalized.

SACHIN BANSAL

General Counsel at SecurityScorecard

Taylor isn't your "average recruiter." He never pushed me towards something that wasn't a good fit, but instead was intent on getting to know me and my needs. During the interview process, he connected me with Whistler contacts who gave me insights into the companies I was interviewing at, and he considered all of my feedback before giving me invaluable advice, including how to tackle some difficult conversations diplomatically. I would hands down recommend Taylor to anyone looking to make a move in-house.

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Legal Counsel at xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx

I spent over 6 months trying to hire the right in-house GC, using different agencies and interviewing dozens of candidates. Then came Kathleen.

She spent a considerable amount of time with me to understand the role, and more importantly to understand our company's culture.

Her very first intro blew the competition out of the water, and I'm happy to say she's starting next week. These guys are snipers!

OMRI DOR

Co-Founder & COO of Obligo

The Whistler team has deep relationships with EGVC, private equity and corporate attorneys and have tremendous domain expertise in these areas. I always pay close attention to the candidates they work with. On top of that, the Whistler team is also a pleasure to work with.

JEFFREY LEHRER

Chair, Emerging Growth and Venture Capital and Member, US Executive Committee at DLA Piper

Working with Wolf was one of the better professional experiences I've had. He took the time to actually understand what I was looking for in my next job and how it aligned with my overall career goals. He provided me with tailored advice and opportunities, whereas, frankly, other recruiters seemed more interested in making sure I was placed anywhere they could find an opening (relevant or not). Wolf also took the time to be there for me on a personal level, and was a great sounding board when considering different offers.

I would recommend Wolf 10/10 times.

JOE DOLL

Corporate & Crypto Associate at Fenwick & West

Sean and team are THE go-to recruiters – he didn’t even place me, but gave me great advice in me getting to my place. And now I go to them every time when anyone I know is thinking through a career move and when I need another hand on deck.

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Emerging Companies Partner at xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx

Sean and his experienced team at Whistler consistently identify exactly the right candidate when I have an open position. They understand the market and they listen to me — but, more importantly, it’s clear that they listen to their candidates. And they’re terrific to work with.

JAHAN SHARIFI

Partner & Co-Chair of Investment Funds and Asset Management at Barnes & Thornburg

Emily is a wonderful human being and that is what makes her an outstanding recruiter. The time and patience Emily took to help me figure my path was relentless yet supportive. This just shows how dedicated the team at Whistler is to your hopes and ambitions. Hands down the best experience with a recruiter ever. Keep it up team Whistler!

PRALIKA JAIN

Healthcare Associate at Moses & Singer

Emily brings a strong network and deep understanding of our priorities. She takes the time to understand the combination of creativity, raw intellect, experience, and niceness we prioritize. She is iterative, efficient, and genuinely invested in building our team. Emily is an absolute pleasure to work with and works hard to achieve our goals.

RACHEL RUBIN

VP, Programs at Roivant Social Ventures

I wouldn’t be at my current in-house job right now without Jordan’s help with the intermediate steps. I can't recommend him more highly. He’s incredibly well versed in Big Law and is your secret weapon for interview prep — it seems like he knows everybody and he does a great job of helping you frame your move.

JONATHAN ALLAN

Deputy General Counsel at Stoke Therapeutics, former PE M&A and Emerging Companies at Fenwick & West

Francis is not only awesome at what he does, but also is an all around great person to work with and to know. He has been a trusted advisor for me throughout my process of lateraling to a new firm in all respects, and has helped me to navigate the business-related aspects of the move (interviewing, negotiating the offer, etc.) as well as talking me through the things that would affect my personal life and career objectives. He is an organized, responsive and well-connected “people-person” who goes above and beyond the typical role of a recruiter to make sure his clients are taken care of.

JASMINE JOSEPH

Early Stage and Venture Capital Associate at Latham & Watkins

Very dependable and responsive, Francis was instrumental in my search for a position in the media/tech transactions space. He took the time to understand what type of role I was looking for and provided invaluable guidance every step of the way.

MERISSA PICO

Technology Transactions Associate at Covington

Taylor and I met in unusual circumstances. It wasn’t a recruiting email or a listed job. In fact, Taylor and I met after I had spoken with another legal recruiter who completely dismissed the transition I was looking to make as “impossible.” I insisted that I wanted to move from Project Finance to EC/VC and he pointed me to Taylor. After a few seconds on the phone I could tell this was the guy and he was at the firm that was going to get me there. Taylor, and Whistler Partners for that matter, are frankly the best at what they do. They leverage personal and professional connections to get you where you want to go. After hearing time and time again that it was impossible to have the career I wanted, here came Taylor who didn’t point out a problem, but instead offered a solution. Low and behold, Taylor’s strategy worked out and today I am an EC/VC associate at a top 3 firm for EC/VC.

Taylor not only worked with me to get me the transition I wanted, but once I was at the new firm Taylor was always readily available to answer questions, offer advice and give perspective on the transition. Whistler Partners and Taylor are well connected, smart, and experienced and those who use their services benefit greatly from their well-earned respect in just about every field of law. Taylor and Whistler Partners have gone on to help several people in my network contemplate and execute excellent lateral moves. Whether you are looking to move to another firm in the same field or if you are trying pivot and change careers entirely, I cannot recommend them enough. If you’re considering a move, or even if you’re not, a conversation with Taylor and the folks at Whistler can, and will, open your eyes into how you can make your professional (and frankly personal) life better.

JOSE CORTE-REAL

Emerging Companies & Venture Capital Associate at Wilson Sonsini

Taylor made my dream job a reality. From our first call, I could tell that he had done his homework, genuinely cared about my career goals, and wanted to help me accomplish them. He understands the nuances of the media, entertainment, and technology legal market. Taylor thoughtfully and carefully curated potential lateral opportunities, found the perfect fit, and made the process seamless. I always felt that Taylor was invested in me for the long haul, and he has been a trusted adviser and friend.

PHILLIP HILL

Soft IP Litigation Associate at Covington

Taylor has been fantastic as a recruiter, and has been a great friend over the years. When I first talked to Taylor, I told him that I had no intention of moving for the next year or so, but he was still happy to meet up with me and gave me honest advice about the lateral market. About a year later, when I was finally ready to lateral, I called Taylor again and learned that he was a great partner throughout the whole process. From giving me interviewing tips to helping me negotiate my signing bonus, Taylor helped me through each and every step. Most importantly, he came through with great opportunities that fit my career goals, and helped me land the job that I wanted.

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Emerging Companies and Venture Capital Associate at xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx

Taylor and Whistler know what they’re doing in this market. They took the time to get to know me and my career goals so we could focus only on positions that would make a great fit. They have live knowledge of what’s market and use it to time things just right. It’s clear they’re playing the long game with the professionals they work with, and I’d be happy to partner again with them in the future.

MONTANA WARE

Emerging Companies and Venture Capital Associate at Orrick

I'd like to thank you so much for your assistance throughout the recruiting process, and for helping us find a great candidate. We're so appreciative of Whistler's support!

LEIGH CHECCHIO

General Counsel at The Trevor Project

Wolf and the rest of the Whistler team were instrumental in finding the best opportunity for me in FinTech, and more specifically the niche area of cryptocurrencies.

Most importantly, they listened to my desire in terms of law firm structure and growth prospects. They gave me valuable insight on market compensation and leverage in negotiations. Ultimately, I was placed at a great firm that had the kind of culture and growth prospects I sought, and the Whistler team made that happen.

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General Counsel at xxxxxxxxxx, former Blockchain Partner at xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx

Wolf and the Whistler team are a next generation team of legal recruiters. They are savvy, experienced and deeply entrenched in the right markets. I started working with Wolf even before I wanted a change because it was clear it was a relationship worth having, for both career and personal reasons. Later on, when a change was in the works, Wolf seamlessly led me through the process and helped me reach and even expand my goals.

TOMER STEIN

Currently In-House, Former Capital Markets Associate at Latham & Watkins

I first met Wolf a few years before my eventual move to another law firm. Since that time, he has been a trusted resource in helping strategize about my desired career path, and the steps necessary to get there. Because he is such a great listener and has a strong understanding of the market, he immediately knew what roles would be a good fit for me, once I decided that it was time to make a move. I'm very happy with my new firm, and am indebted to Wolf and the rest of the Whistler team for that.

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Emerging Companies Associate at xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx

Wolf was a straight shooter and a pleasure to work with as I traversed what I thought would be an uncomfortable process. Wolf helped me figure out what I wanted out of a job, gave me the lay of the land of where I could find what I wanted, and helped me land at one of those destinations. Couldn’t be happier with the process and the end result.

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IP Licensing & Technology Transactions Associate at xxxxxxxxxxxxxx

Wolf was an absolute pleasure to work with throughout my job search. He stood with me and advocated for me when other recruiters showed little interest, merely giving me lip service. Wolf listened to what I truly was looking for in my next opportunity and helped make it a reality. He was patient and relentless on my behalf and I wholeheartedly endorse working with him.

LANCE TAUBIN

Technology and Privacy Associate at Alston & Bird

I have had such an amazing experience with Wolf and his team! As I was considering shifting into a new area of practice, Wolf listened intently to what I was looking for. Unlike recruiters I worked with in the past, Wolf only provided me with opportunities that were relevant to my goals. Wolf and his team listened to what I wanted in a new firm and provided instrumental advice during the interview process.

Most importantly, when I received my offer from xxxxxxxxxxx, Wolf didn't pressure me to take it. Instead, he told me to reflect on how this next move will fit into my overall career trajectory and think about those considerations before accepting. The Whistler team looks at the bigger picture and truly focuses on how to ensure you have the best experience and land the offer you really want!

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Emerging Companies Associate at xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx

Sean - wanted to tell you how much I appreciate what you and you team are doing for us, and for the fact that you “get” our vision etc.

You were right when you first called me – xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx are a perfect fit in terms of how we see the world. I’m excited for xxxxxxxx to grow with Whistler and to build something very cool and ready for the future. I’m looking forward to doing some great deals with you.

Just wanted to drop a line – don’t share this – it’ll ruin my image…😊

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CEO and Managing Partner of  xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx

Whistler has been an invaluable partner to our firm as we have grown over the years. Sean Burke and his team really took the time to get to know what is unique and special about our firm – which translated into Whistler being able to consistently bring us candidates who are a great fit.

JEFFREY GREENBAUM

Managing Partner at Frankfurt Kurnit

Emily helped me work through a difficult, risky transition - my practice group experienced several senior departures at once, and I had to decide quickly whether to go or stay, and if going, where to go. Lots of calls and meetings, and more than one kick in the ass later, all courtesy of my friends at Whistler, I landed on my feet, in a better situation than where I started. Thanks, again, for taking good care of me.

ROBERT WEISS

Asset Management and Investment Funds Counsel at K&L Gates

Working with the Whistler team was an absolute pleasure. I can’t think of another firm that could have put so many well-qualified candidates together for a single opening. 

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General Counsel of xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx