Episode 36: Zain Atassi, Lateral Link Principal & Regional Leader for Chicago

Feb 16, 2023

This week, on Movers, Shakers & Rainmakers, our hosts discuss the legal market in Chicago and the Midwest with Zain Atassi, Lateral Link Principal and leader of the Chicago team. Zain chronicles her journey from practicing as a litigator for six years at various Chicago-based firms before transitioning into legal recruiting. Zain also sheds light on the nature of the Chicago market, what differentiates the city from others, and how firms with a strong midwestern presence might prepare to handle talent acquisition when facing a recession. In covering this week's "major move," Zach highlights an impressive addition by Skadden to their Securities Litigation practice in the Bay Area, while David discusses Elon Musk and Tesla finally hiring a General Counsel. As always, be sure to rate, review, and subscribe!