Kelsey McCann

Curriculum Vitae

KELSEY McCANN is the firm’s Chief of Staff, where she executes strategic planning including HR initiatives, public relations, pro bono programs, staffing, and the firm’s overall strategic vision.

As Chair of the Hiring Committee, Kelsey develops and executes the firm’s recruitment efforts, screening and evaluating lateral hires for both permanent and temporary positions. She also leads the Summer Associate committee, evaluating law students and college interns for the firm’s summer program and structuring its various components, including the firm’s unique training model.

Kelsey’s innovative approach to law firm management and recruitment has made her a national thought leader. She created novel outreach programs to law schools, law school groups, and attorney organizations to broaden the firm’s applicant pool. Under her leadership, the firm has been recognized as having the second highest lawyer satisfaction rate in the country by Law360 and the highest nationally by Above the Law. In 2025, it was ranked in the Top 5 Best Mid-Sized Firms by Vault for Selectivity, Career Outlook, Quality of Work, Compensation, Informal Training and Mentorship, and Associate & Partner Relations, and was recognized as the top firm in its category for Technology & Innovation.

Kelsey also works with practice groups and individual employees to set and execute both short and long-term goals for professional development and firm growth.