Enjoy the Journey as Much as the Destination

Today’s competitive market has fueled the proactive approach law firms and corporate in-house departments are taking to attract and retain superior legal talent.  For many employers, legal search firms have become an integral part of their recruitment efforts.  These organizations rely heavily upon search consultants to introduce them to qualified candidates who may become members of their team.

Transcend Careers, LLC is a legal search firm specializing in the permanent placement of attorneys.  Our mission is to build trusted relationships with our employer clients and job candidates.  We welcome the privilege of becoming acquainted with you, and learning about your personal and professional aspirations.

Lateral Partners: If you are a partner level attorney with portable business looking for a more suitable platform to grow and expand your existing client base, please contact us for a confidential conversation. We can assist you with your business plan and guide you through the process of exploring new opportunities. Our goal is to help you secure an opportunity with an ideal firm which will enable your business to thrive.

Just a few of the many benefits of working with a legal recruiter:

  • Client firms trust our judgment, so our presentation of your credentials will bolster your candidacy.

  • We work with decision-makers.

  • We highlight all the intangible talents that cannot be communicated in a resume.

  • We can address a client’s reservations due to a lack of skills or experience.

  • We can review your resume and business plan and offer suggestions for improvement.

  • We can brag about you, and (unlike if you were to do it) it will not be boasting!

From Our Clients:

  • I can't say enough about Vera. If you are lucky enough to work with her, she will exceed your expectations on all fronts. First, she cares. When you are making life decisions involving your career, you want to know that the person on your side is interested in the outcome and appreciates the issues you care about. Vera is that person. Second, she works as hard as any recruiter I know. Vera will take and return phone calls at any hour, at any location. She is prompt about returning e-mails and stays on top of deadlines. Third, Vera has been doing this type of work for years and knows what she is doing. Again, when you are dealing with career decisions you simply cannot take a chance with a recruiter that does not understand the market or the firms with whom she is working. The alternative is a recruiter who lacks credibility and whose recommendations are met with skepticism. Fourth, Vera is simply a delightful person who is always optimistic and full of energy. For all of these reasons, I highly recommend Vera whether you are a law firm, corporation or individual looking for a position.

    Larry Tronco, Esq.
    Partner, Holland & Hart

  • Vera is an absolute pleasure to work with and a consummate professional. She has all the qualities one would expect out of a top-notch recruiter - she is enthusiastic, detail-oriented, and has a willingness to go the extra mile. However, what truly sets Vera apart is her kindness and genuine concern for her clients. Vera is totally invested in doing what is best for her clients - even if it does not ultimately result in a commission. I would highly recommend Vera without any reservations.

    Justin Chan, Esq.
    Director, Corporate Counsel at Prudential Financial

  • I had a great experience with Vera during a partner-level transition. She has vision and appreciates key issues. Vera is a pleasure to work with, and I would recommend her without reservation.

    Frank Bruno, Esq.
    Partner, Co-Chair Intellectual Property Group at White and Williams

  • Vera is a consummate professional. I first met Vera when I was looking to enter the intellectual property field. I provided her with my background and ideal work situation, and Vera was able to take my input and match me with a fantastic firm that was closely aligned with my expectations. Not only did she put me in contact with a great firm, but she was also extremely helpful in navigating the interview process, and provided me with a great deal of advice that helped me to eventually secure the position. I found Vera to be intelligent, friendly, and always accessible whenever I had questions or needed an update. I would gladly work with Vera again in the future, and I would highly recommend her to anyone who is seeking to make a move.

    Tom DeSimone, Esq.
    Senior Counsel, MiMedx

  • Vera is the best! I've worked with many headhunters and recruiters over the years, including most of the big name firms in NY Metro area, and Vera has been far and away the best. Vera works extremely hard and is careful to ensure that a placement will work for both sides (she is not in it just for the commission). In addition, Vera has a great personality, an excellent sense of humor, and truly cares about the people she works with on both a personal and professional level. She receives (because she has earned) my highest possible recommendation.

    David Heeb, Esq.
    Counsel, Greenbaum Rowe Smith & Davis LLP

  • Vera is a top notch recruiter who placed me and several of my colleagues at New Jersey law firms. She is extremely personable and has a vast knowledge of the industry. I highly recommend Vera for anyone seeking a results oriented recruiter that truly cares about her clients.

    Ross Aboff, Esq.
    Vice President, Health Solutions at SBG Technology Solutions, INC.

  • Vera was incredible to work with during my transition from banking to a top law firm. She spent countless hours helping me refine my resume and strategy, and her insight into both industries was invaluable. She knows how to highlight your strengths in a way that’s compelling and genuine. Thanks to her, I felt confident and well- positioned. I highly recommend Vera to anyone looking to make a serious career move. Plus, she’s amazing!!! So very nice, caring, and truly wants to see you succeed.

    Robert Avallone
    Corporate Associate

  • I've known Vera for approximately 4 years, and she is outstanding to work with. She has extensive knowledge of the New Jersey market and works with the best firms in the state. Additionally, she is very talented when it comes to writing/revising/analyzing resumes and provides valuable advice in that area. She also is great with people and has a real eye for talent. Firms looking to hire valuable personnel or attorneys making the next move in their careers would be well served by working with her!

    John Gormally
    Commercial Litigation Attorney

  • Vera is a fantastic resume writer. She was able to display my professional experience in a concise manner while maintaining key descriptive language. She had a very quick turnaround, which helped with quickly getting my resume to time-sensitive job applications.

    Bapineedu Bikkani
    Commercial Litigation Attorney

  • Vera is a true professional with the added bonus of being a terrific person to work with. As everyone is now painfully aware, Artificial Intelligence is playing a larger role in the job search market. Vera understands this landscape and brings the humanity back to resume drafting. She works with you to understand your background and experience, but has a unique ability to also show off your personality. No small feat in a document being scrubbed by AI! I cannot recommend Vera highly enough.

    Jason Corrigan
    Attorney, In-House Corporate Law Generalist

  • I initially turned to AI to help update my resume, trying different formats, tweaking the language, and generating countless variations. But despite all the effort, I wasn’t getting interviews. The resume seemed bloated, overly wordy, and lacked the impact I needed to stand out. That’s when I reached out to Vera. She took the time to understand my background and created an effective resume that resulted in interviews, ultimately leading to my current position. I highly recommend Vera.

    Leslie DelCorno
    Paralegal