MJ Gillette

Senior Recruiter at Jobot

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AboutMJ

I specialize in legal recruiting and legal placements, partnering with law firms, corporate legal departments, and attorneys to place highly qualified Legal Secretaries, Legal Assistants, Paralegals, and Attorneys in permanent and contract roles.

With over 19 years of direct experience in the legal field and 5 years of experience as a legal recruiter, I bring a unique, insider perspective to legal staffing and attorney placement. Having worked firsthand in law firm environments, I understand legal operations, case management, litigation support, compliance, confidentiality, deadlines, and legal workflows—allowing me to identify talent that aligns with both skill requirements and firm culture.

My expertise includes:

• Legal Secretary placement
• Attorney recruitment
• Paralegal & Legal Assistant staffing
• Law firm staffing
• Legal support staff recruitment
• Permanent, contract, and temp-to-hire legal roles
• Litigation, corporate, transactional, and administrative legal support

I take a consultative, relationship-driven approach to legal recruiting, ensuring every placement supports long-term success for both clients and candidates. I work closely with partners, managing attorneys, HR leaders, and legal professionals to deliver high-quality legal talent that enhances productivity and retention.

Whether you’re a law firm seeking experienced legal staff or a legal professional exploring your next career opportunity, I am committed to delivering strategic legal placements that last.