Nesreen Ballut

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About Nesreen Ballut

Nes is a senior legal search leader and trusted advisor to law firms on lateral and partner hiring. She serves as Director and Head of Midwest Legal Search at Larson Maddox, where she advises the firm’s Private Practice platform across the nation.With more than a decade of experience in legal recruitment and leadership, Nes partners closely with AmLaw 50, 100, and 200 firms as well as regional/boutique firms on strategic growth initiatives, including associate, counsel, and partner‑level hiring. Her work is focused on helping firms make thoughtful, long‑term talent decisions that align with practice growth, market demand, and firm culture, rather than transactional hiring.Nes is known for her consultative approach and deep understanding of the private practice market. She regularly advises firm leadership on talent strategy, competitive intelligence, compensation dynamics, and office expansion across litigation and transactional practices. Clients rely on her for clear market perspective, disciplined execution, and direct, honest guidance throughout the hiring process.In addition to her client work, Nes leads and develops high‑performing recruiting teams, with a strong emphasis on training, mentorship, and market specialization. She is frequently sought out as a thought partner on private practice hiring trends and best practices.Her approach is relationship‑driven, data‑informed, and grounded in long‑term partnership. The objective is not simply to fill roles, but to help law firms build durable, high‑impact legal teams.Contact Information nesreen.ballut@larsonmaddox.com 312‑233‑2606