Our attorneys in the United States
- We have Peerpoint attorneys throughout the U.S., across a range of seniority levels
- 75% of our attorneys have in-house experience, in addition to private practice experience
- Our attorneys cover a variety of specialisms including general corporate/commercial, M&A, technology, banking/finance, capital markets, projects, energy and infrastructure, litigation.
Perfectly tailored interim legal expertise
When you need interim legal support, we’ll match you with the highest caliber of lawyers.
The world’s leading companies – including financial institutions, technology, media and telecommunications businesses, and those in the energy and infrastructure space – trust us to deliver remarkable outcomes for them. We can do the same for you.
Only the best legal minds
We know that the world’s leading businesses need the best legal minds. All Peerpoint lawyers have top-tier law firm experience. They are personally assessed and endorsed by the most senior A&O Shearman lawyers and Peerpoint’s highly experienced business team.
Flexing our solutions
We understand the continual pressures in-house legal teams face to become leaner and more efficient. That's why we work with you to find solutions that are flexible and responsive – whether that's in duration, working pattern or fee structures. We'll help you tap into flexible resourcing at the level of seniority and specialism you need.
Delivering remarkable outcomes
We can provide highly specialized contract attorneys to deliver support in areas not currently available in-house, whether it’s leave coverage, interim talent to fill gaps in your legal in-house team or to act as overflow support to ensure the work is done without putting unnecessary strain on your team.
Championing inclusivity
We are driving change across the legal sector. Bringing new perspectives. Championing inclusivity. We celebrate the diversity of talent in the market and bring you a breadth of skills, backgrounds and experience so you can accelerate and grow your business.
Find out more about how we can support your business needs.
A law career unmatched in quality, variety and opportunity
As you carve your own unique path, we work side-by-side with you, connecting you with outstanding interim assignments that help you grow your self-directed law career.
Read on to find out what makes our contract attorney jobs different.
Discovering the best for you
With access to an extensive client base, we have the world’s leading businesses and most progressive and complex roles at our fingertips. Our clients come to us expecting the best interim lawyers, and we’ll make sure you find an outstanding role that’s the perfect fit.
Stay in control
You can expect to choose from an assortment of assignments allowing you to steer your career in whichever direction you choose. Whether that’s providing leave coverage or highly specialized legal expertise in areas not currently available in-house, to filling gaps and providing overflow support for legal in-house teams.
Empowering your development
You’ll be fully supported on your journey by our team. From resume and interview prep to personalized career planning and coaching, plus development and networking events with other Peerpoint attorneys, you’re never on your own.
Grow your global experience
Work with organizations from across the world. Consulting on international assignments gives you global exposure, without the need to relocate. Our established global network means you’ll always have access to A&O Shearman partners, law firm resources and unique international opportunities to enrich your legal career, enabling you to continue developing so you can flourish and succeed.
Find your balance
Your work. Your home. Your passion. It’s never been more important to find the right balance. That could mean more flexibility over the time you spend between your personal and professional life, whether that's to pursue a passion, spend time with family or take breaks between assignments to travel the world. As a legal consultant, you can continue progressing and developing as a top-tier lawyer, without putting the rest of your life on hold.
Due to high client demand, we would particularly like to hear from attorneys with 4 - 8 years of experience, licensed to practice as an attorney in New York, Washington D.C. or California.