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Veteran Defense Lawyer Embarks on New Chapter in Washington, D.C.

Washington, D.C. — In a notable move within the legal sector, Peggy Bennett, a seasoned criminal defense attorney, has transitioned to a new role at the transatlantic legal recruiting firm Macrae. Announced on Thursday, Bennett will focus her extensive expertise on enhancing the firm's recruitment efforts across Washington D.C.'s vibrant legal landscape. Her appointment as Managing Director marks her departure from Nossaman LLP, where she served since last year.

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"I absolutely loved Nossaman," Bennett shared with Law360 Pulse. However, the sudden opportunity to join Macrae was an offer she couldn't refuse. Praising her new home, she noted, "Macrae maintains a wonderful relationship with candidates and firms alike, making it an ideal platform for my next professional chapter."

Bennett's legal journey is marked by her significant tenure as a federal prosecutor and a defense attorney specializing in criminal law and enforcement actions. Her extensive experience also spans advising on government investigations.

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At Macrae, Bennett plans to leverage her deep-rooted connections within the white collar legal community, aiming to match firms with ideal candidates. "Having practiced white collar law so extensively in the district, I am in a unique position to facilitate perfect alignments between firms and potential recruits," Bennett explained.

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Originally from Washington, D.C., Bennett’s legal career began as a public defender in New York City, eventually leading her to serve as an assistant U.S. attorney in her hometown. Her diverse professional background includes co-founding the D.C. boutique Bennett LoCicero & Liu LLP and a stint as the global director of strategic accounts at Knoll Inc.

As a mother of three, Bennett deeply understands the dynamics of evolving career paths over time. "It’s natural for individuals to seek change as their personal and professional desires evolve," she remarked.

Bennett is a proud alumnus of New York University School of Law. Her move to Macrae boosts the firm's robust team of 20 recruiters, reinforcing its presence in major cities like London, New York, Palo Alto, and San Francisco, and its focus on placing top-tier partner-level attorneys.