Hamilton Miller & Birthisel LLP is seeking a Chief Executive Officer (CEO) to join our expanding and growing Trial Firm. The CEO is responsible for the overall strategic direction, operational efficiency, financial performance, and business growth of the firm. This role involves working closely with the managing partners and senior leadership to drive profitability, enhance client services, implement business development strategies, and ensure compliance with legal and ethical standards. The CEO does not have to be an attorney or possess a JD, but the ideal candidate is required to have experience in law firm management, business development, finance, or an alike field.
Key Responsibilities
Strategic Leadership & Firm Growth
- Develop and implement the firm's long-term vision, mission, and strategic goals
- Oversee business development, marketing, and branding efforts to expand client base
- Identify opportunities for practice area expansion, mergers, or acquisition
- Establish policies and procedures that promote a high-performance culture
Financial Management & Profitability
- Manage the firm's budgeting, financial planning, and expense control
- Maximize profitability through effective billing, collections, and cost management.
- Analyze financial performance and provide regular reports to partners
- Oversee pricing strategies, alternative fee arrangements, and cost efficiency initiatives.
Operations & Administration
- Supervise day-to-day operations of the firm, including HR, IT, and facilities
- Ensure operational processes align with the firm's growth and client service goals
- Improve workflow efficiency, case management, and legal technology adoption.
- Implement best practices for risk management and compliance.
Talent Management & Leadership Development
- Oversee recruitment, retention, and professional development program
- Foster a positive and inclusive work culture that promotes employee engagement
- Set performance benchmarks for attorneys and staff
- Collaborate with managing partners on compensation structures and promotions.
Client Relations & Market Positioning
- Enhance client service delivery and satisfaction.
- Develop and maintain relationships with key clients, stakeholders, and business partners.
- Oversee public relations, media presence, and thought leadership initiatives.
- Ensure compliance with client confidentiality and ethical obligations.
Qualifications & Experience
- Education: Bachelor's degree required; MBA, JD, or equivalent preferred
- Experience: Minimum 10+ years in executive leadership, law firm management, or professional services.
- Strong financial and operational management skills
- Law Firm/Legal Experience preferred
- Excellent leadership, negotiation, and strategic planning abilities
- Deep understanding of legal industry trends, regulations, and best practices.
- Proven success in business development and client relationship management.
- Experience with legal technology, case management systems, and workflow automation.
Key Performance Indicators (KPIs):
- Revenue Growth & Profitability: Meeting or exceeding financial targets.
- Operational Efficiency: Streamlining processes and reducing costs.
- Talent Retention & Development: Improving lawyer and staff retention rates.
- Client Satisfaction: Enhancing client experience and service delivery.
- Business Development: Expanding market presence and practice areas.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
Hamilton Miller & Birthisel is committed to providing equal employment opportunity to all applicants and employees, prohibiting discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity or expression, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
DISCLAIMER STATEMENT: The preceding job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of the work preformed by the employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties , responsibilities and qualification required of employees assigned to this job.
To connect with us:
Please apply online & send a copy of your resume to Kasey Cunningham, Director of Human Resources at .
All inquiries will be kept confidential.