Flo Recruit, the connected legal talent software platform, has successfully closed a Series A funding round led by LiveOak Ventures and Moneta Ventures, with additional support from The LegalTech Fund, Y Combinator, and Teamworthy Ventures. This strategic investment marks a significant step forward in reshaping legal hiring processes, from law school career services to law firm recruitment at all levels.
Developments and Platform Enhancements
1. Series A Funding and Strategic Goals
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Funding will fuel expansion of Flo Recruit’s solutions for:
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Law school career services
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Law firm recruitment for entry-level, lateral, and partner hiring
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Backed by a strong group of investors, the company aims to bring transparency and efficiency to legal recruiting.
2. Market Trends Driving Platform Evolution
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Flo Recruit data reveals a 665% increase in student interview activity in April 2025 compared to April 2024.
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The shift toward earlier entry-level recruiting has disrupted traditional timelines, impacting students, schools, and firms.
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In response, Flo launched Flo Forward, a centralized career platform that includes:
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103 law firm profiles
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1,135 networking opportunities
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818 active job listings
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3. A Platform That Bridges the Legal Talent Ecosystem
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Flo Recruit stands out for its role as a connector between all recruitment stakeholders: law students, law schools, and firms.
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This broad reach offers unique data insights and drives smarter, faster hiring decisions.
4. Widespread Adoption Across the Legal Industry
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Used by over 125 law firms including nearly 70% of the AmLaw 100.
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Adopted by more than 100 law schools and consortiums, covering 85% of the top 50 ranked schools.
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Over 25,000 law students are actively using the platform to navigate their legal careers.
5. Industry Validation and Future Outlook
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Legal recruiters praise Flo Recruit for its adaptability and dedication to both firms and candidates.
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Nancy Parker of Fried Frank notes:
“In a very uncertain world, the Flo team is certain. They’re dedicated to the success of both the firm and the candidates.”
Flo Recruit’s Series A milestone and the rollout of Flo Forward signal a new era for legal hiring. By bringing together law schools, firms, and students on a unified platform, Flo Recruit is setting a new standard in transparency, agility, and data-driven decision-making across the legal recruiting lifecycle. As the legal industry faces increasing complexity, Flo Recruit positions itself as the backbone of smarter talent acquisition.
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