Organizations facing complex legal and governance challenges often need more than a capable lawyer; they need the right legal leader at the right moment in the organization’s evolution. John and Snyder partners with foundations, mission-driven institutions, and global companies to identify and recruit lawyers who can provide both technical expertise and strategic judgment.

Our work frequently occurs at pivotal moments: building an inaugural legal function, rebuilding a team after leadership transitions, expanding a sophisticated legal department, or strengthening compliance infrastructure as organizations grow internationally. In each engagement, we focus on identifying candidates who not only bring exceptional legal credentials, but who also align with the organization’s mission, culture, and long-term strategic needs.

The case studies below illustrate the range of situations in which clients have turned to John and Snyder for support, from establishing the first legal leadership role at a major foundation, to scaling legal and compliance capabilities for a rapidly growing global enterprise. While every engagement is unique, they share a common objective: helping organizations strengthen their legal leadership so they can pursue their missions with confidence and clarity.

01

Heising-Simons Foundation

The Foundation turned to our expert consultants to lead a mission-critical search for its inaugural General Counsel at a time of significant growth and change.

02

Cargill Philanthropies

John and Snyder partnered with Margaret A. Cargill Philanthropies to rebuild its legal team during a leadership transition, successfully recruiting two key attorneys and supporting the integration and development of the newly reconstituted department.

03

William and Flora Hewlett Foundation

Helped build and expand a philanthropic foundation’s legal team by recruiting specialized counsel across tax, technology transactions, and nonprofit law to support its growing global mission.

04

iHerb, LLC

Recruited and built a global legal and compliance leadership team to support a rapidly expanding international e-commerce business operating across Europe, Asia, and the United States.

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