PROFILE
Tom brings an international perspective and extensive commercial experience to legal recruitment, with a particular focus on the Los Angeles market.
After graduating from Loyola Marymount University in Los Angeles with a degree in Business, Tom built a career spanning entrepreneurship, property development and international sports representation, including founding and successfully exiting his own business.
Drawing on his experience working with senior executives, investors and business owners, Tom specialises in confidential partner-level appointments, strategic hires and practice expansions. He takes a discreet, relationship-driven approach, focused on understanding the long-term objectives of both clients and candidates.
Outside of work, Tom is passionate about sport, particularly rugby, football and basketball, as well as travel and cooking.
EXPERIENCE
2024 to Present
SENIOR CONSULTANT
HIA Legal
HIA LEGAL
Advising law firm partners and senior leadership on confidential lateral appointments, strategic practice hires and team expansions, predominantly in Los Angeles. Specialising in partner-level recruitment across Magic Circle, leading City and Am Law 200 law firms.
QUALIFICATIONS
CORE SPECIALISMS
- Partner-Level Legal Recruitment
- Partner Lateral Moves
- Strategic Practice and Team Hires
- Am Law 200 Recruitment
- Law Firm Expansion and Office Launches
- Confidential Candidate Representation
- Law Firm Leadership Advisory
EDUCATION
Loyola Marymount University
Degree in Business
Los Angeles

