Your Next Hire Should
Outperform Your Best Employee.
We don't send resumes. We send proof. Every candidate passes role-specific assessments, live interviews, and writing evaluations before they ever meet your team.
We Don't Send Resumes. We Send Proof.
Most agencies send you a stack of resumes. We interview 10+ candidates per role so you only meet the best.
Candidate Pool
Sourced from legal-specialized networks across 12 countries
English Proficiency Screen
Written communication assessment — AI can assist but core competency required
Role-Specific Testing
Records clerks tested on requesting procedures. Paralegals tested on litigation workflows.
Live Interviews
Multi-round interviews testing judgment, communication, and domain expertise
Your Shortlist
Pre-vetted candidates ready to outperform from day one
What Law Firms Actually Care About
After hundreds of placements, we've identified the three non-negotiables that determine success.
English Writing Proficiency
AI can assist, but core competency is non-negotiable.
- Timed writing assessment — legal correspondence under pressure
- Grammar and clarity scoring against attorney-standard benchmarks
- Every candidate produces a real work sample before shortlisting
Job-Specific Expertise
A records clerk isn’t a paralegal. We test for the exact role.
- Records clerks: requesting procedures, follow-up protocols, tracking systems
- Paralegals: case management, filing deadlines, litigation support
- Each role has a custom assessment built by legal operations experts
Proven Performance
We’ve rejected candidates other agencies would send in a heartbeat.
- 10+ live interviews per placement — we don’t cut corners
- Real-scenario testing with firm-specific workflows
- Performance tracking from day one with weekly check-ins
We Don't Place Generalists.
We Place Specialists.
Every role has unique requirements. Here's what mastery looks like for the roles law firms need most.
Records Clerk
Your records clerk should know requesting procedures before day one.
What We Test For:
- Medical & legal record requesting procedures
- Follow-up protocols and escalation timelines
- Tracking system proficiency (TrialWorks, Needles, SmartAdvocate)
- Rejection handling and re-request workflows
Sample Workflow:
Record Request → Follow-up at 14 days → Escalation at 30 days → Status tracking in system → Attorney notification on receipt
Avg. turnaround: 40% faster than in-house benchmarks
Litigation Paralegal
Paralegals who understand discovery, not just document management.
What We Test For:
- Discovery management and production workflows
- Deposition preparation and summarization
- Filing deadlines across jurisdictions
- Case management platform expertise (Clio, NetDocuments, iManage)
95% of placements pass 90-day performance review
Document Review Specialist
Precision-trained reviewers for e-discovery and due diligence.
What We Test For:
- Privilege and responsiveness determinations
- Relativity and DISCO platform certification
- Quality control and consistency scoring
- Production volume benchmarks (200+ docs/day)
Average quality score: 97.4%
Legal Assistant / Secretary
The backbone of firm operations, not an afterthought.
What We Test For:
- Calendar and docket management accuracy
- Client communication and intake procedures
- Billing systems (LEDES, Tabs3, PCLaw)
- Multi-attorney coordination and priority management
Zero missed deadlines across all current placements
Productive in 7 Days.
Not 7 Weeks.
Every placement follows a structured onboarding plan designed to get your new team member contributing immediately.
System Access & Orientation
Firm email, VPN, practice management tools configured. Introduction to team structure, chain of command, and communication protocols.
Practice Area Deep-Dive
Case type overview, current matter load review, and priority assignments identified. Meet with supervising attorney.
Tool Stack Training
Hands-on training with your specific platforms — Clio, Relativity, NetDocuments, iManage, or whatever your firm uses. Not generic training.
Workflow Integration
Shadow existing processes, learn firm-specific naming conventions, filing structures, and quality standards. First supervised tasks assigned.
First Independent Assignments
Candidate begins handling tasks independently with checkpoint reviews at midday and end of day. Performance metrics tracking begins.
Quality Review & Calibration
Supervisor and Activate account manager review initial output. Calibrate expectations, address gaps, refine workflows.
Full Integration
Performance baseline established. Weekly check-in cadence set. Your new team member is fully operational.
After Day 7
One Records Clerk. Outperforming a $45K Employee.
The Challenge
A litigation firm needed a records clerk who could handle medical and legal record requests, manage follow-ups, and maintain tracking systems. They had an in-house employee at $45,000/year who was underperforming — but couldn't be replaced due to tenure.
Our Approach
We screened over 200 candidates. Interviewed approximately 10 finalists. Tested each on actual requesting procedures, follow-up protocols, and tracking system workflows. We didn't stop until we found someone exceptional.
The Result
The placed candidate now outperforms the $45K/year domestic employee across every metric — turnaround time, follow-up compliance, rejection recovery, and attorney satisfaction. At a fraction of the cost.
“The records clerk Activate placed handles our entire request pipeline. She’s better than anyone we’ve had in-house.”
“I was skeptical about remote legal talent. After the first month, I tried to hire two more.”
“They interviewed ten people to find us one. That’s the difference.”
Performance You Can Actually Measure
We track every placement against objective benchmarks. Here's what our current placements deliver.
With Activate
- Pre-vetted for your exact role
- Writing and communication tested
- 7-day structured onboarding
- Performance tracking from day one
- Dedicated account manager
- Replacement guarantee
Traditional Agencies
- Resume matching, no skills testing
- Self-reported language skills
- Sink-or-swim onboarding
- No performance oversight
- Transactional relationship
- Pay another placement fee
How It Works
From first call to fully productive placement in under two weeks.
Tell Us What You Need
15-minute intake call. We learn your practice area, case volume, tech stack, and exactly what role mastery looks like for your firm.
We Do the Hard Part
We screen 200+ candidates, test role-specific skills, conduct 10+ live interviews, and evaluate English writing proficiency. You don’t lift a finger.
Meet Your Shortlist
Within 48 hours, you receive 1–3 pre-vetted candidates with assessment results, work samples, and our fit analysis. Interview only the best.
7-Day Onboarding
We handle payroll, compliance, and HR as your EOR. Your new hire follows our structured 7-day plan and is fully productive within a week.
Full EOR services included: payroll, benefits, compliance, and ongoing performance management.
See the Difference
Rigorous Vetting Makes
Tell us the role. We'll show you what a pre-vetted, role-tested candidate looks like — with assessment results and work samples. No commitment required.
- Curated shortlist within 48 hours
- Assessment results and work samples included
- Zero obligation — see the quality first