EC Legal Recruiting

EC Legal Recruiting is a specialized legal recruitment firm based in New York that focuses on placing associates and partners across a broad range of legal disciplines. The firm is especially renowned for its partner and group placements in the field of Intellectual Property, leveraging over 40 years of combined experience in the legal hiring and recruiting market.

EC Legal Recruiting LLC operates with a candidate-first philosophy, emphasizing that they support rather than steer career decisions. Their role is to listen carefully, understand what matters most to candidates, and provide unrivaled guidance throughout the recruitment process. The firm upholds the highest standards of integrity, ethics, honesty, confidentiality, and professionalism in every conversation with clients and candidates alike.

The team brings exceptional depth of experience to the legal recruitment market. Led by seasoned professionals including Steve T. Zelson, who has over 40 years of experience as both in-house and outside counsel at major pharmaceutical companies and top law firms, and Mark W. Stoutenburg, who brings 25 years of complex litigation experience. Managing Partner Eleonora Cacciola specializes in IP attorney recruitment with particular expertise in placements at AmLaw 100, top-tier, and boutique law firms.

EC Legal Recruiting takes a strategic and individualistic approach to support smart career decisions. They work closely with candidates to assess whether a move aligns with their long-term goals and provide thoughtful, candid guidance throughout the process. The firm places a premium on building long-term, trust-based relationships with both candidates and clients, maintaining consistent communication and confidentiality throughout every engagement.

The firm adheres to Articles I and II of the Code of Ethics established by the National Association of Legal Search Consultants (NALSC), which govern ethical conduct and professional responsibility in relationships with both employers and candidates. These articles emphasize principles such as confidentiality, transparency, and respect for candidate autonomy throughout the recruitment process.