Her Story
About Katie
Katie Soderberg is an Executive Recruiter specializing in Legal and Compliance at LHH, where she partners with law firms and corporate legal departments to connect top legal talent with opportunities where they can thrive. With more than four years of experience in the staffing industry, including nearly two years with LHH, Katie specializes in recruiting paralegals, legal assistants, compliance professionals, legal operations specialists, contracts professionals, and other legal support talent.
Katie's path to recruiting was anything but traditional. After studying elementary education at North Central College, she transitioned into corporate management and staffing, where she discovered a passion for talent acquisition through interviewing, relationship building, and helping people navigate career opportunities. Her career later took her into the legal field, where she worked as both a Legal Assistant and Paralegal at a small law firm. That experience provided firsthand insight into the day-to-day demands of legal teams and the qualities attorneys value in their support professionals, knowledge that continues to shape her approach as a legal recruiter today.
Katie's success is rooted in her ability to understand both sides of the hiring process. Her training at ADP strengthened her expertise in behavioral-based interviewing, a skill she now leverages to help candidates prepare for interviews while also evaluating how their experience and career goals align with her clients' needs. In 2026, she was recognized as a Rising Star within LHH's Recruitment Solutions U.S. Team for her recruiting results, business development efforts, and commitment to exceptional client service. The recognition reflects the determination, perseverance, and relationship-focused approach she brings to her work every day.
One of Katie's greatest professional passions is helping candidates secure opportunities that advance their careers. She takes particular pride in placing legal talent with leading Am Law firms and corporate legal departments, helping professionals find roles where they can continue to grow and succeed. She credits her mentor, Meredith Bruno, with playing an instrumental role in her career development by helping her navigate market challenges, broaden her perspective, and approach obstacles as opportunities for growth.
Known for her integrity, curiosity, active listening skills, and genuine desire to help others succeed, Katie is committed to building lasting relationships and meaningful connections between legal professionals and the organizations they support. Her goal extends beyond simply filling positions; she strives to help legal teams build stronger organizations while helping professionals find careers where they can contribute, grow, and feel valued.
Outside of recruiting, Katie's life centers around her family and her commitment to giving back to her community. As the wife of a firefighter and a mother of two young children, she values service, resilience, and supporting others. She has been involved in volunteer efforts supporting a breast cancer program and is passionate about teaching her children the importance of community involvement and helping others. Much of her free time is spent with her family, whether attending gymnastics activities, participating in church events, or enjoying everyday adventures together.
Looking ahead, Katie remains focused on growing her business, strengthening client relationships, and making a positive impact on the legal industry. Her mission is simple: to help organizations build exceptional legal teams and help talented professionals find opportunities where they can thrive.
Her Interview
Ten minutes with Katie
01What do you attribute your success to?
I attribute much of my success to determination and perseverance. In fifth grade, I was told that my learning disabilities would prevent me from graduating high school on time. Instead of letting that prediction define me, I worked hard to prove it wrong, ultimately graduating on time and earning acceptance to every college I applied to. That experience instilled in me a deep sense of resilience and self-confidence that continues to drive me today. It taught me that challenges can be overcome with persistence, and that setbacks often become the foundation for future success. Whenever I encounter obstacles, I view them as opportunities to push forward and exceed expectations.
02What’s the best career advice you’ve ever received?
One of the best pieces of career advice Katie has received is simple: "Shut up and listen." She believes that true success comes from understanding rather than assuming. By taking the time to listen to different perspectives, identify challenges, and understand what people genuinely need, she is able to build stronger relationships and make more informed decisions. Katie views active listening as one of the most valuable skills a professional can develop, allowing individuals to see situations from multiple perspectives and become more effective contributors and problem-solvers.
03What advice would you give to young women entering your industry?
My advice is simple: don't give up. Never allow someone else's opinion to dictate your potential. Keep pushing forward, believe in yourself, and trust the process. Success is not always about degrees, credentials, or having the perfect path. More often, it's about determination, perseverance, and the willingness to keep moving forward when others would quit. The people who succeed are often the ones who refuse to let obstacles define them.
04What are the biggest challenges or opportunities in your field right now?
One of the biggest challenges in the legal recruiting industry is a highly competitive and saturated market, where many agencies claim to have access to top talent. Many staffing firms claim to have access to the same talent pool, making it essential to demonstrate the value that truly sets you apart. What distinguishes our team is our firsthand legal industry experience. Because we understand the needs of attorneys and legal departments, we bring a level of insight and credibility that goes beyond simply filling positions. We serve as trusted advisors, helping clients identify the right talent while providing candidates with opportunities that align with their long-term career goals.
05What values are most important to you in your work and personal life?
Integrity and curiosity are at the core of Katie's professional approach. She believes in taking ownership of mistakes, learning from feedback, and continuously looking for ways to improve. She is naturally curious and values asking thoughtful questions to understand the reasoning behind decisions rather than accepting them at face value.
Katie also believes in never settling for the status quo. Whether evaluating a search or receiving feedback on a candidate, she seeks to understand the underlying factors and lessons that can lead to better outcomes. This commitment to learning, accountability, and continuous improvement helps her deliver stronger results for both clients and candidates.
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