Mahlab

Mahlab is Australia's leading search firm for legal professionals, with more than 50 years of deep expertise, unrivalled connections and demonstrated commitment to values of ethics, professionalism and respect. The firm has established itself as the trusted advisor to both lawyers and clients across Australia. Mahlab has the resources, networks and skills to identify the right lawyer to add value to a client's business and specialises in placing lawyers into partner, general counsel, company secretary and other senior legal roles.

The firm guides candidates through career-defining opportunities in the legal market, providing access to roles whilst representing candidates and guiding them with integrity. The legal market is constantly evolving, and Mahlab publishes the Mahlab Report annually, providing an up-to-date view of Australia's legal market with comprehensive salary benchmarks and practical insights into trends reshaping corporate legal teams and private practice. Mahlab operates across Australia and internationally, helping lawyers and clients navigate roles in increasingly complex legal environments.

Mahlab maintains managing directors in New South Wales and Victoria. Lisa Gazis, Managing Director of Mahlab (NSW), has over 20 years of legal search experience. Katherine Sampson is the owner and Managing Director of Mahlab (Victoria). The firm serves clients across Australia and internationally with two main offices: Level 8, 25 Bligh Street in Sydney, and Suite 302, 546 Collins Street in Melbourne.