Recruitment Process

Finding Remarkable People

We strive to hire lawyers who have the potential to become owners of our firm. We look for attorneys who have integrity, intellect, enthusiasm, and a demonstrated work ethic. We value those who are willing to take initiative, assume responsibility and work well with others. While we regularly hire new lawyers through our summer program, opportunities exist for third year law students and lateral attorneys as well. We encourage all to apply.

Where We Recruit
Each year, HSE recruits on campus at select law schools, at HSE-sponsored consortiums, and at diversity job fairs and conferences. We also invite applicants to reach out to us directly.


Interested applicants should send a letter, resume, and law school transcript to:
Harter Secrest & Emery LLP
1600 Bausch & Lomb Place
Rochester, New York 14604
Attention: Lucy Dadd, Chief Legal Talent and Development Officer
Email: ldadd@hselaw.com
Fax: 585-232-2152

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Harter Secrest & Emery LLP will reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities throughout the employment selection process. If you believe you need an accommodation during the selection process, please contact Lucy Dadd, Chief Legal Talent and Development Officer, at ldadd@hselaw.com to make a request. 

Harter Secrest & Emery LLP is committed to the policy of equal employment opportunity. This policy expressly prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex, race, color, religion, creed, national origin, age, marital status, sexual orientation, disability, genetic predisposition or carrier status, domestic violence victim status, veteran status, or status as a member of any other protected group or activity.