About Us
Relationship Quotient. Legal Recruiting with Purpose.
At RQ Recruit, “RQ” stands for Relationship Quotient, the belief that genuine relationships are the most powerful tool in legal recruiting.
As a boutique attorney recruiting firm, we specialize in high-touch recruiting for attorneys and law firms nationwide. Our mission is to connect exceptional legal talent with law firms that value excellence, culture, and long-term growth.
We’re not just legal recruiters, we’re relationship builders. By deeply understanding both our candidates and clients, we transform traditional law firm recruiting into a process built on trust, insight, and alignment.
Our Focus
High-Touch Legal Recruiting
We focus exclusively on recruiting attorneys and legal professionals for law firms. Every search is handled personally, ensuring that every introduction we make adds measurable value to both the firm and the attorney.
Precision + Fit
Every placement is strategic. We don’t just fill roles; we align motivations, values, and professional goals to create lasting partnerships.
Relationship-Driven Process
Our approach is rooted in connection. We take the time to understand firm culture, practice area needs, and candidate aspirations, building trust on both sides of the hiring table.
National Reach, Boutique Attention
While we serve law firms and attorneys across the United States, we maintain a boutique model. This allows us to provide personalized recruiting services that large firms simply can’t replicate.
Why “Relationship Quotient”?
In legal recruiting, success depends on more than credentials. It depends on empathy, communication, and fit, the human elements that drive lasting professional relationships.
That’s why we measure ourselves by our Relationship Quotient, based on how well we understand your culture, anticipate your needs, and align people and purpose.
At RQ Recruit, we believe the best legal recruiters don’t just find candidates. They build partnerships that elevate careers and strengthen law firms for years to come.
Meet the Team
Our Commitment
At RQ Recruit, we are redefining what it means to be a legal search firm. Through relationship-based recruiting, industry expertise, and personalized service, we help law firms build exceptional teams and attorneys build fulfilling careers.
If you’re a law firm seeking to hire exceptional talent or an attorney exploring your next opportunity, partner with RQ Recruit, where relationships come first, and results follow.
Eric Hermeling
Senior Recruiter
Eric Hermeling is a seasoned legal recruiter and business leader with experience in attorney placement and talent acquisition. His deep understanding of law firm operations and attorney career trajectories allows him to deliver strategic, relationship-driven recruiting solutions. At RQ Recruit, Eric leads client partnerships and ensures each search reflects the firm’s culture, values, and long-term goals.
Stephany Hermeling
Candidate Success
As head of Candidate Success, Stephany Hermeling guides attorneys through every stage of their career transition. Her background in business development and people-centric communication drives her passion for helping legal professionals find not just their next job, but their best-fit opportunity. Stephany ensures that each candidate’s experience with RQ Recruit is personal, transparent, and empowering.
Ray Lam
Recruiter
Ray Lam brings a dynamic background in legal recruiting and talent sourcing to RQ Recruit. With a proven track record of connecting top-tier attorneys to leading law firms, Ray’s approach is defined by precision, integrity, and deep market insight. His work strengthens RQ’s national network of attorneys and ensures every placement is built on genuine alignment and trust.