Michael K. Nguyen

Michael Nguyen leverages over two decades of AmLaw 100 experience across all facets of attorney and staff recruiting to implement effective strategies that attract top legal talent across the firm. In doing so, Michael and the talent acquisition teams partner with key stakeholders to advise and strategically forecast personnel needs, all in alignment with the firm's goals and values.

He further collaborates with DWT's Office of DEI on strategies to integrate and align our commitment to DEI with the firm's talent acquisition policies and practices. Additionally, Michael guides and manages efforts to implement new technology, software programs, and an overall more efficient talent acquisition processes.

Michael is a frequent speaker and presenter on subjects ranging from lateral hiring best practices, social media implementation, mentoring, career development, and diversity within the legal recruiting profession. He is active in NALP (National Association for Law Placement) and its local chapters, with an emphasis on mentoring, developing, and advising recruiting professionals from underrepresented backgrounds. He recently completed a two-year term as the inaugural co-chair for NALP's Asian American Pacific Islander affinity group.