Katie Kirby

Expert in Recruitment Solutions

Search Consultant

Great companies are built by great people…
“As a legal recruiter and an of-counsel attorney, I’m passionate about helping legal professionals find fulfilling roles that align with their goals and values. My experience in the legal field allows me to understand both sides of the hiring equation—what firms need and what candidates truly want.”

Katie Kirby

About Katie Kirby:

Katie works in legal recruiting at Capstone Search. She has a passion for helping attorneys and legal professionals match with their dream profession that allows for a fulfilling career and a healthy work-life balance. Katie’s experience working in the legal sphere as an attorney helps her understand the nuances for not only legal candidates but also companies and firms with specific legal needs in employment placements.

Katie currently holds an of-counsel attorney position at Cavitch, Familo & Durkin Co., L.P.A. in Cleveland, Ohio, where she focuses her law practice in the area of domestic relations. Professionally, Katie has over a decade of experience in complex legal drafting and contract negotiations. In addition, she has an extensive track record in effective settlement negotiation as well as involvement in complex litigation.

Katie received her Juris Doctor Degree from Cleveland State University School of Law in 2010. In 2006, she received her Bachelor of Arts degree in Political Science with a minor in History from Denison University.

Katie is an Honorary Member of the Cleveland State University School of Law Alumni Association and a past President of the CSULAA having served on the Board of Trustee’s Executive Committee for five (5) years. Katie is also a member of the Cleveland Metropolitan Bar Association and the Ohio State Bar Association.

Backed by Additional Expertise:
Kaite is dedicated to managing every aspect of your search process. Beyond Katie’s expertise, Capstone has 25 experienced and versatile experts who extend resources across disciplines, industries, and markets—ensuring you have the specialized support needed to meet your unique hiring goals. Meet the full Capstone team here.

Get in touch with Kaite
kkirby@capstonesearch.com
(216) 273-2467

Expert in Placing Legal Talent

Katie is a seasoned expert with deep industry knowledge and a keen understanding of business trends. Her ability to pinpoint challenges and deliver tailored talent solutions makes her an invaluable partner. By connecting the right professionals with the right roles, she helps law firms build strong, high-performing teams that drive success.

Types of Placements:

General Counsel

Director of Legal Affairs

In-House Counsel

Contracts Manager

Compliance Officer

Paralegal/Legal Secretary

Partner

Associate

Of Counsel

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Recruiting Awards & Affiliations

2024 Best of Staffing awards
weatherhead 2023

Ranked on Forbes’ “America’s Best Professional Recruiting Firms” list — 2017 to 2020, & 2023.

Ranked on Forbes’ “America’s Best Executive Recruiting Firms” list — 2023.

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