NALSC FAQ

The NALSC Code of Ethics – Answers to Eight Frequently Asked Questions

If you work in attorney recruiting, you have probably heard of NALSC (the National Association of Legal Search Consultants). Founded in 1984, NALSC is a national organization for the legal search profession with more than 160 members from the United States and Canada. In addition to attorney recruiting firm members, a range of law firms are Supporting Members of NALSC.

Because of NALSC’s unique governing role within the attorney search industry and, more specifically, its formulation of the NALSC Code of Ethics®, we wanted to provide for your reference a summary of the Code’s key provisions.

The NALSC Mission

In addition to maintaining a strong Code of Ethics, NALSC is dedicated to:

  • Enhancing the image of the legal search profession through national public relations;
  • Providing education and information on trends and issues in the marketplace;
  • Monitoring and responding to legislative and regulatory activity that may impact the legal search profession.

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