Jillian Dent

VP, Attorney Recruitment

Jillian Dent is a proven leader in the legal recruitment industry. After graduating from DePaul University College of Law, she found her way into recruiting for some of the top AM law firms such as Allen & Overy, Norton Rose Fulbright, Linklaters, McGuireWoods LLP, and Reed Smith! Now with over a decade of legal recruiting experience, Jillian has a keen understanding of the nuances that make a candidate the perfect fit for a particular legal environment. Jillian believes the right placement will propel a candidate’s career forward so they can thrive and contribute significantly to the success of the organization. Her eye for talent and her commitment to fostering meaningful relationships ensures she is a solid partner for both job seekers and legal organizations.

What Clients & Candidates Are Saying About Jillian Dent

Jillian has been the most pleasant recruiter I have worked with. Jillian provided timely updates throughout each stage of the interview process, and I believe fought for my interest with the hiring department. Thanks for everything!

Daniel L.

Litigation Associate Attorney

What Clients & Candidates Are Saying About Jillian Dent

Jillian was great to work with and gave me helpful & timely advice throughout the entire application and interview process. I highly recommend working with Jillian if you are even considering a move. Jillian was great to work with and gave me helpful & timely advice throughout the entire application and interview process. I highly recommend working with Jillian if you are even considering a move.

Amanda T.

Labor & Employment Attorney

What Clients & Candidates Are Saying About Jillian Dent

Jillian is an amazing person to work with. Not only is she a great recruiter, but a great person who was there with me from the beginning to the offer. I trusted her with my career, and she delivered in every step of the process. Jillian’s vast network and deep connections to the legal industry helped me get in front of the top firms in the country. She was instrumental in my process of navigating a tough market and ultimately landing a job at a reputable firm in Chicago. I would recommend Jillian to anyone who is looking to make a change to their career! Jillian is an amazing person to work with. Not only is she a great recruiter, but a great person who was there with me from the beginning to the offer. I trusted her with my career, and she delivered in every step of the process. Jillian’s vast network and deep connections to the legal industry helped me get in front of the top firms in the country. She was instrumental in my process of navigating a tough market and ultimately landing a job at a reputable firm in Chicago. I would recommend Jillian to anyone who is looking to make a change to their career!

Christopher H.

Corporate and M&A Associate

What Clients & Candidates Are Saying About Jillian Dent

Jillian is the perfect recruiter to represent you in an ever-growing competitive market. I first met Jillian when she reached out to me about switching law firms. While most recruiters approach you with an overly aggressive attitude, she came across as welcoming and understanding. She was incredibly responsive and always knew the right next steps to take. She also made sure I was prepared for every interview and had helpful tips to make sure each stage of the recruitment process was a breeze. I would highly recommend Jillian to anyone who is looking to make a switch in their career. Jillian is the perfect recruiter to represent you in an ever-growing competitive market. I first met Jillian when she reached out to me about switching law firms. While most recruiters approach you with an overly aggressive attitude, she came across as welcoming and understanding. She was incredibly responsive and always knew the right next steps to take. She also made sure I was prepared for every interview and had helpful tips to make sure each stage of the recruitment process was a breeze. I would highly recommend Jillian to anyone who is looking to make a switch in their career.

Isaac P.

Associate Attorney

What Clients & Candidates Are Saying About Jillian Dent

I first met Jillian while interviewing for a summer associate position when I was in law school. She quickly became my go-to sounding board for career moves and was perhaps the only recruiter I’ve met who made me feel like my career truly matters to her because, when all the other recruiters stopped replying, she stuck with me all along. Earlier this year, she sent me an email with the subject line “saw this and thought of you”. She was not contracted with the particular law firm, so she encouraged me to reach out directly and coached me throughout the entire interview process. She didn’t benefit from it at all, except to encourage and support someone that she believed in. And that made all the difference. It’s not an overstatement to say that I would probably not be at my current firm if it wasn’t for her.

Sebastian C.

Corporate Associate

What Clients & Candidates Are Saying About Jillian Dent

Jillian is the best recruiter I’ve ever worked with. She listened to my needs, helped me with my resume, and gave the best pre-interview pep talks. I had a medical emergency the night before my interview, and she was able to help me get it rescheduled quickly while also being incredibly empathetic. She helped me land my dream job! 1000/10 I would absolutely recommend working with her.

Annie H.

Employment Associate

What Clients & Candidates Are Saying About Jillian Dent

Jillian is the best! She fought hard for me to find me the perfect position. She went way above and beyond the call of duty and stuck with me throughout the recruiting process. She’s professional but also a joy to work with on a personal level. Cannot say enough good things about her. A one of a kind

Jake R.

Financial Services Associate

What Clients & Candidates Are Saying About Jillian Dent

Jillian was fantastic to work with during my job search process! From application to offer, she provided great feedback and assistance to help me put my best foot forward. She was incredibly easy to work with and was a great advocate with the employer in helping me schedule interviews around the birth of my son. I would highly recommend Jillian!

Brad C.

Managing Associate Attorney

What Clients & Candidates Are Saying About Jillian Dent

Ms. Dent was instrumental in helping me acquire a new legal position that was responsive to my interests and skillet. Her coaching and assistance were fundamental in helping me change to a new field. She would take time to handle my calls, answered any questions, then gave me pertinent advice in handling the interview process. I was ultimately placed in a job I greatly enjoy. I cannot recommend her services highly enough as she is both professional and courteous in how she handles clients. If you’re looking for a new job, definitely seek her out.

Jesse K.

Attorney

What Clients & Candidates Are Saying About Jillian Dent

Jillian was a tremendous source of information and wisdom during my transition from a small management side labor and employment firm to a large national firm where navigating the do’s and don’ts was key. She really went above and beyond to make my job search easy and understood what I was looking for. Her strong contacts in the legal recruitment world gave me several options initially to pursue and consider. She really helped focus attention on the firm that would the best fit for me. I highly recommend her for others who are looking to make a change!

Lyndsay C.

Labor Counsel

What Clients & Candidates Are Saying About Jillian Dent

I cannot recommend Jillian highly enough. From the beginning of my job search journey, she was communicative, friendly, and genuinely invested in understanding what I was seeking in my next opportunity. She was an excellent listener and took the time to understand not only my experience, but also my goals and what would be the right fit for me. Throughout the process, she was a true advocate and went above and beyond to support me, making what can be a stressful process feel seamless and exciting. I am so grateful for her guidance and support in helping me find the next step in my career!

Elvira K.

Attorney

What Clients & Candidates Are Saying About Jillian Dent

From our first conversation, Jillian’s deep knowledge of the Chicago legal market was clear, and she used it to identify openings that aligned with my goals. Her expertise came paired with genuine relationships across firms’ talent teams. When Jillian put me forward, firms appeared to give her recommendation real weight, which helped me enter the process on strong footing.

In preparing for interviews, she knew which parts of my background to emphasize, and she gave me a boost of confidence before every round until my offer arrived. Once it did, she guided me through the negotiation and helped me feel confident in accepting.

Beyond all of this, Jillian was a genuine pleasure to work with during my search. She was responsive, kept me informed at every step, and brought positive energy to every call, text, and email we exchanged. I would recommend Jillian without hesitation to anyone navigating a lateral move.

Josh M.

Attorney

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  • Location: Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
  • Practice Area: REAL ESTATE
  • Salary: $235,000 - $435,000
  • Specialties: ACQUISITIONS, FINANCE, LAND USE, LEASING, ZONING

A nationally recognized law firm is seeking a mid-level to senior Real Estate Associate to join its growing real […]

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  • Location: Houston, Texas
  • Practice Area: CORPORATE
  • Admits: CALIFORNIA
  • Salary: $260,000 - $435,000
  • Specialties: JOINT VENTURE, MERGERS & ACQUISITIONS

Our client, leading international law firm, is seeking a talented Associate Attorney with at least one year of […]

Energy & Infrastructure Associate (Finance & Tax Equity)

  • Location: New York, New York
  • Practice Area: ENERGY
  • Admits: CALIFORNIA, DC, FLORIDA, ILLINOIS, MASSACHUSETTS, NEW YORK, NORTH CAROLINA, OREGON, TEXAS, WASHINGTON, WEST VI
  • Salary: $225,000 - $435,000
  • JD Year: 2017
  • Specialties: FINANCE, INFRASTRUCTURE, TAX

Our client, a leading global law firm with a premier Energy & Infrastructure practice, is seeking associates […]

Finance Associate Attorney (1-3 Years) – Atlanta

  • Location: Atlanta, Georgia
  • Practice Area: CORPORATE
  • Admits: GEORGIA
  • Salary: $235,000 - $260,000
  • JD Year: 2023
  • Specialties: FINANCE, LENDING

Our client is seeking a Finance Associate Attorney with 1-3 years of experience to join its Business Finance […]

Corporate M&A Associate – Chicago – 4-6 years

  • Location: Chicago, Illinois
  • Practice Area: CORPORATE
  • Admits: ILLINOIS
  • Salary: $245,000 - $340,000
  • JD Year: 2020
  • Specialties: FUND FORMATION, INVESTMENT MANAGEMENT, MERGERS & ACQUISITIONS

Our client is seeking a mid-level Corporate & Securities Associate (4-6 years) to join its practice in […]

Construction Litigation Attorney (4-6 years) – Tampa

  • Location: Tampa, Florida
  • Practice Area: LITIGATION
  • Admits: FLORIDA
  • Salary: $155,000 - $165,000
  • JD Year: 2020
  • Specialties: CONSTRUCTION

Our client, a respected regional law firm, is seeking a Construction Litigation Associate with 4+ years of […]

Construction Litigation Associate (3-5 Years) – Jacksonville

  • Location: Jacksonville, Florida
  • Practice Area: LITIGATION
  • Admits: FLORIDA
  • Salary: $140,000 - $165,000
  • JD Year: 2021
  • Specialties: COMPLEX, CONSTRUCTION

Our client, a respected regional law firm, is seeking a Construction Litigation Associate to join its Jacksonville […]

Construction & Real Estate Litigation Associate (3-5 Years)

  • Location: Sarasota, Florida
  • Practice Area: LITIGATION
  • Admits: FLORIDA
  • Salary: $150,000 - $165,000
  • JD Year: 2020
  • Specialties: CONSTRUCTION, REAL ESTATE

Our client, a respected regional law firm, is seeking a Construction & Real Estate Litigation Associate with […]

Financial Services Litigation Associate (3-5 Years)

  • Location: Dallas, Texas
  • Practice Area: BANKRUPTCY
  • Admits: TEXAS
  • Salary: $225,000 - $265,000
  • JD Year: 2021
  • Specialties: CHAPTER 11, FINANCE, LITIGATION, RESTRUCTURING

Our client, a leading national law firm, is seeking a Financial Services Litigation Associate to join its Dallas […]

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  • Location: Minneapolis, Minnesota
  • Practice Area: CORPORATE
  • Salary: $260,000 - $435,000
  • JD Year: 2018
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Our client, a leading national law firm, is seeking an Investment Management Associate with 3-8 years of […]

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  • Location: Chicago, Illinois
  • Practice Area: REAL ESTATE
  • Admits: ILLINOIS
  • Salary: $250,000 - $300,000
  • Specialties: ACQUISITIONS, FINANCE, JOINT VENTURE, LEASING

Our client is seeking a Real Estate Attorney with 5+ years of experience to join its nationally recognized […]

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  • Location: Chicago, Illinois
  • Practice Area: LITIGATION
  • Admits: ILLINOIS, MISSOURI
  • Salary: $110,000 - $120,000
  • JD Year: 2021
  • Specialties: ENVIRONMENT, INSURANCE, PRODUCT LIABILITY, TORTS

Our client, a respected national law firm, is seeking a Staff Attorney (2-4 years of experience) to join its […]

COMMERCIAL LITIGATION ATTORNEY

  • Location: Torrance, California
  • Practice Area: LITIGATION
  • Admits: CALIFORNIA
  • Salary: $145,000 - $170,000
  • JD Year: 2020
  • Specialties: ARBITRATION

Our respected law firm client is seeking a Commercial Litigation Associate with 3–5 years of commercial litigation […]

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  • Location: Phoenix, Arizona
  • Practice Area: CORPORATE
  • Admits: ARIZONA, WISCONSIN
  • Salary: $175,000 - $280,000
  • JD Year: 2020
  • Specialties: MERGERS & ACQUISITIONS

Our client is seeking a Corporate Associate with 3–6 years of law firm experience to join its Business Law team in […]

Government Contracts Mid-level Associate

  • Location: Washington, District Of Columbia
  • Practice Area: GOVERNMENT
  • Admits: DC
  • Salary: $260,000 - $365,000
  • JD Year: 2023
  • Specialties: CONTRACTS, GOVERNMENT CONTRACTS

Our client, a nationally recognized law firm, is seeking a Government Contracts Associate with 3–5 years of […]

Executive Compensation & Benefits Associate Attorney (3–5 Years)

  • Location: New York, New York
  • Practice Area: ERISA-C&B, LABOR & EMPLOYMENT
  • Admits: NEW YORK
  • Salary: $260,000 - $365,000
  • JD Year: 2023
  • Specialties: EMPLOYEE BENEFITS, EXEC COMPENSATION

Our client is seeking talented Executive Compensation & Benefits Associate to join its New York office. The […]

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  • Location: Chicago, Illinois
  • Practice Area: CORPORATE
  • Admits: ILLINOIS
  • Salary: $260,000 - $390,000
  • JD Year: 2019
  • Specialties: MERGERS & ACQUISITIONS, PRIVATE EQUITY

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  • Location: Chicago, Illinois
  • Practice Area: REAL ESTATE
  • Admits: ILLINOIS
  • Salary: $220,000 - $250,000

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  • Location: Chicago, Illinois
  • Salary: $175,000 - $250,000

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Senior Litigation Attorney – Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex

  • Location: Frisco, Texas
  • Practice Area: LITIGATION
  • Admits: TEXAS
  • Salary: $215,000 - $225,000
  • Specialties: E-DISCOVERY

Our client is seeking a Senior Litigation Attorney to join its Litigation team in the Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex. […]

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  • Location: Reno, Nevada
  • Practice Area: LITIGATION
  • Admits: NEVADA
  • Salary: $175,000 - $185,000
  • JD Year: 2023
  • Specialties: CIVIL, ANTITRUST & COMPETITION, CONTRACTS, TORTS

Our respected law firm client is seeking a Litigation Associate Attorney with 3+ years of litigation experience to […]

Corporate Attorney – Private Equity (3–7 Years)

  • Location: Chicago, Illinois
  • Practice Area: CORPORATE
  • Salary: $260,000 - $420,000
  • JD Year: 2019
  • Specialties: MERGERS & ACQUISITIONS, PRIVATE EQUITY

Our client is seeking a mid-to-senior-level associate (3–7 years of experience) to support its growing Private […]

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  • Location: Chicago, Illinois
  • Practice Area: INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY
  • Admits: ILLINOIS
  • Salary: $365,000 - $435,000
  • Specialties: ADVERTISING, ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE, COMPLIANCE, CONTRACTS, DATA SECURITY, MEDIA, PRIVACY, REGULATORY, TECH

Our client is seeking a senior-level associate to join its Emerging Technologies practice within a nationally […]

Employment & Labor Attorney – M&A / Corporate Transactions

  • Location: Chicago, Illinois
  • Practice Area: LABOR & EMPLOYMENT
  • Admits: ILLINOIS
  • Salary: $230,000 - $315,000
  • JD Year: 2018
  • Specialties: CLASS ACTION, COLLECTIVE BARGAINING, COMPLIANCE, CONTRACTS, DISCRIMINATION, EEOC, HANDBOOKS, LITIGATION

We are seeking an experienced Labor & Employment Attorney to support our client's growing transactional […]

Projects & Infrastructure Attorney (3–6 Years) – Energy & Power

  • Location: Chicago, Illinois
  • Practice Area: BANKING
  • Admits: ILLINOIS
  • Salary: $260,000 - $390,000
  • JD Year: 2023
  • Specialties: PROJECT FINANCE, RENEWABLE ENERGY, TAX

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  • Location: Chicago, Illinois
  • Admits: ILLINOIS
  • Salary: $140,000 - $185,000

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  • Location: Chicago, Illinois
  • Practice Area: CORPORATE
  • Salary: $225,000 - $420,000
  • JD Year: 2020
  • Specialties: MERGERS & ACQUISITIONS, PRIVATE EQUITY

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Fund Formation & Investment Management Associate (4-6 yrs.) – Boston

  • Location: Boston, Massachusetts
  • Practice Area: CORPORATE
  • Admits: ILLINOIS, MASSACHUSETTS, NEW YORK, TEXAS
  • Salary: $290,000 - $390,000
  • JD Year: 2019
  • Specialties: 40 ACT, COMPLIANCE, FUND FORMATION, INVESTMENT MANAGEMENT, RESTRUCTURING, SECURITIES

Our client, a leading national law firm, is seeking an associate with 4–6 years of experience to join its Fund […]

Investigations, Compliance, & Defense Associate (3-5 yrs.) – Chicago

  • Location: Chicago, Illinois
  • Practice Area: LITIGATION
  • Admits: ILLINOIS
  • Salary: $260,000 - $365,000
  • JD Year: 2020
  • Specialties: COMPLIANCE, INVESTIGATIONS

An elite, global law firm is seeking a mid-level associate to join its Investigations, Compliance & Defense […]

PRIVATE WEALTH ASSOCIATE

  • Location: Chicago, Illinois
  • Practice Area: TRUSTS & ESTATES
  • Admits: ARIZONA, CALIFORNIA, COLORADO, DC, ILLINOIS, MASSACHUSETTS, MINNESOTA, MISSOURI, NEBRASKA, NEW YORK, RHODE ISL
  • Salary: $215,000 - $275,000
  • JD Year: 2017
  • Specialties: CHARITABLE GIVING, TAX

Our client, a leading national law firm, is seeking a Private Wealth Associate with 4–8 years of experience to […]