15 Jun 2026


This is a link-enhanced version of an article that first appeared in The Economic Times.
Article Overview:
The article explores the increasing competition for legal talent and the growing trend of “boomerang hiring” within the legal industry, where law firms are rehiring former lawyers and partners. It highlights how firms are taking a strategic approach to such decisions, evaluating returning professionals based on specific practice requirements and the expertise they bring to the firm. The article also examines how law firms assess potential returnees on a case-by-case basis, rather than adopting a blanket rehiring policy.
Partner Quote:
Our CHRO, Parul Gupta, shared her perspective. Here’s what she had to say:
There have been a few instances in which partners have left the firm to pursue external opportunities and subsequently expressed interest in returning, either to continue building their practice with us or to take on a new role. “Such decisions are evaluated on a case-by-case basis, taking into account practice requirements and the specific expertise of the individual concerned.”
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