“Josh is truly a stand-out among legal recruiters. He is extremely knowledgeable about the specific needs of his clients.”
- Matthew Eisler
Partner, Global Head of Sports @ Hogan Lovells
“Josh knew what I wanted before I did. Josh is warm, personable and thoughtful and made sure I was prepared for a series of interviews with what would quickly become my top choice. I am happy and thriving at my new firm because of Josh.”
- Aaron Ginsburg
ECVC Associate @ Fenwick & West
“I recommend Josh to everyone from my closest former colleagues to lawyers who I am on boards with and know that they are in good hands.”
- Marisa Brutoco
Digital Media/Tech Transactions Partner @ Sheppard Mullin
“I highly recommend working with Josh, whether you are actively searching for a new role or just generally plotting your career. Josh has immense knowledge across the ECVC space and helped me navigate not only different firms but also different geographic markets.”
- Kian Khajooei
ECVC associate @ Gunderson Dettmer
“One day, he brought me an amazing opportunity that ended up being the perfect next step for our group. Throughout the entire process, Josh was always there to help out as a sounding board and I continue to use him as a trusted advisor today.”
- Scott Liebman
Partner & Life Sciences Team Leader @ Sheppard Mullin
“Josh Bilgrei supercharged a fairly languid lateral search into high gear and impressed me with his knowledge of the tech law firm landscape and we zeroed in quickly on what I wanted and where I could get that.”
- Ben Rosales
ECVC associate @ Goodwin
“The combination of Josh’s industry knowledge, personalized service, excellent communication and negotiations made for a seamless and successful transition.”
- Jennifer Yoo
Healthcare Regulatory Partner @ Fenwick & West
“Josh is the best and the most effective recruiter I have worked with. He helped me quickly move laterally to a new practice at a top law firm in LA, even though the practice that I landed is a niche practice that rarely has openings.”
- Carson Zheng
Strategic Technology Transactions and Licensing @ Goodwin
“Josh connected me and guided me through countless rounds of interviews with 3 out of the 4 Biglaw firms we were targeting. Within three months, I had accepted an offer at the #1 firm in my practice area. Today, I have my dream job.”
- Matt Regan
Entertainment associate @ Loeb & Loeb
“I faced a crossroads in my career when I realized that the firm that I had been with for over a decade was no longer the best for my practice. Josh really “got” what I wanted and needed in a new firm.”
- Andrew Klungess
Technology Transactions Partner @ Fenwick & West
“Josh is a career resource in addition to being a legal recruiter. He happily offers ideas and discusses job options and career paths beyond those for which he will receive a fee, which distinguishes him from many other recruiters in the market.”
- James Warczak
Private Equity M&A associate @ Vedder Price
“Josh’s connections and knowledge of the tech space run deep, and he’ll also shoot you straight at every step. He’s a true professional, and I highly recommend engaging Josh as your recruiter.”
- Tim Johnston
M&A Associate @ Vinson Elkins
“I enjoyed working with Josh when lateraling myself and feel comfortable referring others to him since I know his approach isn't one that ignores people's personal goals just for the sake of placing them somewhere.”
- Mike Kumar
Capital Markets Associate @ DLA Piper
“Josh took the time to not only help me find a good fit and communicate my skill set, but talk through my concerns and prepare me for issues that could come up in my new practice.”
- Joey Seiler
Vice President, Licensing Lead and Business Affairs @ TIDAL
“Josh leveled with me from the start. He never tried to sell me on a position, but rather took the time to talk through options and took a vested interest in my career. I was more than just a commission.”
- Mark Bonin
Counsel, Business/Technology @ Major League Baseball
“Josh is heads and tails above any recruiter I have ever worked with. He really listens to you, taking into account your personal and professional goals, and works to find a match that is more than just numbers, but something that is the right fit and a place that you could be happy and succeed long-term.”
- Claire Wu
Bankruptcy Counsel @ Pillsbury
“At the end of the day, what I found most important was that I knew Josh cared. He 100% had my back and it was significant to feel that someone was in my corner.”
- Matthew Greenberg
Private Equity M&A associate @ Shepard Mullin
“What I loved most about working with Josh is that he is always direct and honest, he stays engaged and provides guidance where needed, and was great at managing the whole process.”
- Linda Sim
Technology Transactions Partner @ White & Case
“Josh never once pushed me to make a move or take a meeting that I wasn’t 100% comfortable with; and his unique access to partners and openings that no other recruiter had proved to be invaluable.”
- Andrew Klokiw
M&A and Sports, Media & Entertainment Associate @ Hogan Lovells
“Josh was an excellent resource when I changed firms. He was knowledgeable about best practices for resume drafting, applications and interviews.”
- Alec Smith
Private Equity M&A Associate @ Proskauer
“In a process that can be uncertain and anxiety-inducing, Josh served as a level-headed guide. He has his finger on the pulse of the tech and venture law landscape, which has been proven by his ability to place me into roles that I considered my top choice.”
- Alec Saccogna
ECVC Associate @ Pillsbury
“Josh is amazing — he is so kind, patient, and attentive. He really cares about the people he works with, and makes the job transition process easier than you can imagine.”
- Marissa Smith
Litigation Associate @ Paul Weiss
“Josh’s interview preparation tips were essential and a key reason for my success in obtaining call-backs and an offer from the law firm I was most interested in. I would highly recommend his services to any attorney seeking a lateral move.”.
- Bernardo Ainza
Legal Ventures @ PayPal
“Josh never gave up and thought creatively to make sure we were doing everything we could to make the move happen. Josh always had my best interests at heart and was always guiding the process with my professional and personal goals in mind.”
- Jessica Kim
ECVC Associate @ Orrick
