We’re on a mission to help law firms attract, recruit and retain the right lawyers through our refreshing approach to legal recruitment – because we know that when firms have the right lawyers, they grow more sustainably and are more profitable.
At Realm, we know that the success of your firm depends on having the right people in place. But in today’s competitive legal market, attracting and retaining top talent is more challenging than ever. That’s where we come in.
We partner with law firms to connect them with the lawyers who will drive their business forward—boosting retention, profitability, and long-term growth. With our specialist approach and data-driven insights, we make recruitment not just effective, but strategic, helping you build a team that will thrive.
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Unlike generalist recruiters, our consultants focus exclusively on specific practice areas, building deep relationships within each legal community.
This specialisation means we can connect you with high-calibre lawyers you wouldn’t otherwise reach, reducing your time-to-hire and ensuring a stronger cultural fit.
We take ownership of the recruitment process and do what we say we are going to do.
Underpinned by The Realm Promise, we'll be upfront when we take on a job. We'll tell you if we're going to leave no stone unturned, or we'll be clear if we can't prioritise it.
As long as we're working on your vacancy, you'll know what we're doing and how it's going.
Successful recruitment isn’t just about hiring today—it’s about building for the future.
We provide law firms with strategic insights on market trends, salary benchmarking, and hiring best practices, helping you attract, develop, and retain a high-performing team.
At Realm, we don’t just fill vacancies—we make a commitment to helping law firms build stronger, more successful teams. In an industry known for over-promising and underdelivering, we stand out by being candid and accountable – doing what we say we’ll do.
When you work with us, you get more than a recruitment service—you get a specialist partner dedicated to your long-term success. Our approach is straightforward, data-driven, and relationship-led—designed to make hiring easier, more effective, and aligned with your firm’s growth.
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Let’s build your team for the future. Get in touch today to discover the Realm difference.
At Realm, we go beyond traditional recruitment. We take a strategic, insight-driven approach to help law firms not only attract top legal talent but also retain and develop them for long-term success.
Whether you’re looking for an immediate hire or planning your talent strategy for the future, our tiered recruitment services provide the flexibility and depth of support to meet your needs. From targeted job advertising to bespoke employer branding campaigns and discreet headhunting, we tailor our approach to ensure you find the right lawyers who will thrive in your firm.
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Realm were introduced to Maguire Family Law by recommendation and we have not been disappointed. Duane came to our office to meet the team and get a grasp of our ethos. We have only ever received appropriate CVs, excellent communication and client care. Thank you, team Realm.
Eimear Maguire
Partner at Maguire Family Law
Lucy was proactive as soon as she was instructed. Her communication was great and she kept us up to date on all steps and listened to our requirements with helpful suggestions along the way.
Elizabeth Bell
Partner at Jones Myers
Kelly has been absolutely brilliant to work with over the last 12 months. She quickly understood the culture of our firm, and what we were looking for. In a very difficult and passive market she was able to find excellent candidates for us, who have been a brilliant fit into our team and firm. Kelly has recruited 5 team members for us, and we're going from strength to strength.
Julie Jewers
Specialist Wills, Estate Planning, Trusts, Asset Protection & Probate Solicitor
Realm have been, and continues to be, a pleasure to deal with. They are professional and personable and have a real feel for our business. Their understanding of the brief and the type of candidates we require means there have been regular success stories as our team continues to grow.
Matthew Heap
Partner at CL MediLaw
We have used Realm Recruit for a number of years now. The main person there who deals with personal injury and clinical negligence recruitment is Joseph Shenton. Joe is always proactive without being too pushy and has found us some great candidates. He is very good at keeping us informed as to what is going on and puts candidates forward who can not only do the job, but who will also be a good fit for the firm and its values
Michael Jefferies
Managing Director at Jefferies Solicitors
"At Brabners we’ve worked with Realm for a number of years now and it's been a positive experience. It's a good relationship and we enjoy dealing with the Realm team. They’re our kind of people and are good to deal with. But beyond that, they get what we're about and they understand what sets us apart as a firm and what we looking for. When it comes to the candidates the Realm team put forward, it's about quality, not quantity - we don't get bombarded with unsuitable CVs. It’s not just a tick box exercise based on experience, their consultants work to understand the candidate and whether they'd be a good fit for us and that we'd be a good fit for them."
Nik White
Managing Partner at Brabners
Each time we have provided Lucy with a candidate brief, we have been provided with high-level consultancy support. Lucy is very diligent and detail-focused on the requirements of our candidate brief - and critically - delivers results. It is refreshing to work with a "commercially aware" recruitment consultant who truly understands our business. We look forward to Lucy assisting our business with our growth road plan.
Amandeep Kooner
Managing Director at Austin Kemp
I first came across Realm after hearing one of their managers speak at a Law Conference, and much of what they stood for really resonated with me. What stood out from the start was their knowledge and transparency, particularly around costs and terms, which are clearly laid out from the outset. When working with a recruitment firm, I want it to feel like an extension of our own business — more like reaching out to another internal department than dealing with an entirely separate organisation. That’s exactly the experience I’ve had with Realm. They’ve taken the time to truly understand our business — our culture, our people, and the kind of working relationships that matter to us. Because of this, I’m only ever presented with carefully selected candidates who not only have the technical skills we need, but who also bring the right attitude and are a great cultural fit. From the initial CVs to the final offer stage, Realm are there every step of the way. I also value the confidence they have in us as an employer — they know what kind of environment candidates are stepping into, and that helps build trust on both sides. Communication is always quick and responsive, and I’ve really appreciated the ongoing support and availability, particularly from Kim Stark. The service and relationship we’ve built have become such a trusted part of how we recruit that I genuinely can’t imagine receiving this level of care and understanding elsewhere.
Rachel Bird
Operations Manager, Aequitas Legal
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