A "lateral partner" refers to an experienced attorney who joins a law firm from another firm. They usually have expertise in a particular area of law and are hired as a partner rather than starting at a lower position.
Sentences with «lateral partner»
This brings the firm's lateral partner hires in the last 14 months to 27. (theasiachronicles.com)
Our team of consultants has significant experience providing legal search on lateral partner and associate assignments in the German market, acting for a broad range of international law firms. (foxrodney.com)