Avery Ellis is a leading partner recruiter in the US with 25 years of experience, specializing in high-profile partner and practice group placements and major law firm mergers. He has built strong relationships with senior leadership at many top firms and is a key figure in strategic growth initiatives, driving significant revenue for his clients. Ellis has been recognized in Lawdragon’s list of "100 Global Leaders In Legal Strategy & Consulting."
Lawdragon Honors
| Honor | Year | Practice |
|---|---|---|
| The 2026 Lawdragon 100 Global Leaders in Legal Strategy & Consulting | 2026 | Professional Recruiting |
| The 2025 Lawdragon 100 Global Leaders in Legal Strategy & Consulting | 2025 | Professional Recruiting |
Before joining CenterPeak in March 2023, Ellis was instrumental in expanding a top partner recruiting firm, including opening offices in Boston, Chicago, Los Angeles, Miami, San Francisco, and Washington, DC. He also served as COO, overseeing the firm's operations and growth.
Ellis began his career as a Trial Attorney at the U.S. Department of Justice, Tax Division, through the Attorney General’s Honors Program.
He currently resides in Los Angeles and Washington, DC, and focuses on California, Washington, DC, New York, and other major legal markets.
