We help lawyers find jobs they love

  • LAWYERS RECRUITING LAWYERS

    KBE’s consultants are either lawyers or have 15+ years of specialist recruitment experience, or both.

  • LAW FIRMS & IN-HOUSE CLIENTS

    KBE Legal Talent works with the best law firms and leading ASX-listed and private companies.

  • LAWYER PLACEMENTS

    500+ placements with law firms and companies across the Perth legal market.

  • LAWYERS IN OUR DATABASE

    We provide our clients with access to the best lawyers in Perth.

  • Lawyers

    At KBE Legal Talent we help Perth’s lawyers find jobs they love.

    We partner with the best lawyers, law firms and in-house legal teams in the market to make sure Perth’s lawyers land themselves the best possible roles.

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  • Law firms and in-house teams

    We help law firms and companies to build great legal teams.

    With over 2,500 lawyers in our database, we provide our clients with unrivalled access to the best lawyers in Western Australia.

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  • Partner recruitment specialists

    KBE Legal Talent is retained by some of the best national, international and boutique law firms to build their partnership teams.

    We have many salaried and equity partnership opportunities available across all practice areas, including opportunities for SA/SC level lawyers to step directly into partner roles.

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  • Contract and on-demand

    Lawmee is an online platform connecting lawyers, paralegals and company secretaries to opportunities with companies and law firms – faster than ever before.

    Powered by KBE Legal Talent, Lawmee has taken over all on-demand, secondments and contracting engagements.

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  • "KBE Legal Talent believes deeply in adding value to our networks, over and above recruitment. We enjoy building long-term relationships with lawyers (who often become our good mates!) and providing them with career and salary advice throughout their career journeys."

    Chris Bates
    Director, KBE Legal Talent

Meet the Team

  • Chris Bates

    Director
    LLB, BCom, 40Under40 Recipient.

    Chris is the Director of KBE and Founder & CEO of Lawmee.

    Chris specialises in Partner recruitment, General Counsel and Senior Legal Counsel recruitment, on-demand lawyers, and facilitating law firm mergers and acquisitions.  

    Chris is a lawyer admitted in WA (2008) with over 15 years of legal recruitment experience.

  • Siemone Neutgens

    Director

    Director of KBE Legal Talent and Lawmee, has over 25 years of recruitment experience across Australia and New Zealand.

    Siemone specialises in placing lawyers in permanent and on-demand roles, from Senior Associate/Special Counsel to Legal and General Counsel positions. 

    Siemone is a former board member of The Piddington Society.

  • Sam Turton

    Consultant
    LLB, BCom

    As a lawyer and consultant at KBE Legal Talent and Lawmee, Sam specialises in placing lawyers in permanent and on-demand roles, from 1-year PAE to Senior Associate/Special Counsel and Legal Counsel positions.

    Sam offers expert guidance to top-tier, international, mid-tier, and boutique firms, as well as in-house teams at ASX-listed and private companies.

    Sam was admitted in WA in 2018.

  • Courtney Alexander

    Legal Recruitment Partner & Senior Legal Counsel
    LLB(Hons), BCom

    Courtney brings over a decade of legal expertise, specialising in advising law firms across the full spectrum of their legal recruitment needs, and tailored guidance to legal professionals at every stage of their careers, from junior lawyers (1+ year PAE) to Equity Partners.

    Courtney’s background in personal injury litigation and insurance law provides her with a deep understanding of the legal landscape.

    Courtney is committed to matching talent with opportunity and supporting the continued growth and success of both individuals and firms.

  • Jasmine Kofoed

    Marketing & Operations

    Leads KBE Legal Talent and Lawmee’s marketing initiatives, focusing on enhancing value across networks.

    With 10 years of experience in client service and executive administration, Jasmine has previously served as an Executive Assistant at the Department of Education and UWA. She brings expertise in brand building and implementing effective marketing strategies.

    A go-getter and people person, Jasmine is driven by optimism, growth, and opportunity.

  • Bec Lynch

    Consultant Support & Administration

    Bec is a dedicated professional transitioning from working as a Primary School Teacher in Catholic Education in WA to an administrative role in the corporate sector.

    With experience crafting and executing programs, Bec is passionate about fostering growth and managing diverse stakeholders with meticulous attention to detail.

    Committed to continuous improvement and embracing new challenges, Bec has enjoyed the transition to the corporate sector and is now an integral part of our team.

  • Una Ni Fhalatharta

    Secondment & Lawyer Support

    Una is an administrative professional with over 10 years of experience across various industries in both Ireland and Australia.

    For the past 2.5 years, she has worked in business support recruitment, specialising in candidate care and stakeholder management, with a strong focus on delivering exceptional customer service.

    Una is dedicated to continuous learning and professional growth and is excited to transition into legal recruitment.

What are people saying?

  • Kate Barrett - General Counsel


    “It was an absolute pleasure to work with Siemone, Chris and the entire KBE team. They made my transition to a new role thoroughly enjoyable. I was so impressed by their focus on ensuring that the fit was right for both the client and for me. Their attention to detail and support throughout the process was first rate. I can’t recommend KBE highly enough for their professional, kind and insightful approach to legal recruitment.”

  • Shaun Hardcastle – Partner, Hamilton Locke

    “I have known Chris and the KBE team for many years and could not speak more highly of anyone in the industry. They have been a sensational support to me both personally and for our firm..”

  • Shaun McRobert – Founder and Managing Partner - Peloton Legal

    “Chris has a deep commitment to improving the culture of the legal profession in Perth. His purpose allows him to pursue his passion of connecting the right organisation with the right people. He is also committed to many good causes and owns a great and expanding business. He is someone who brings great ideas and perspective to any situation..”

  • Michael Swift – Partner, Squire Patton Boggs

    “It has been a total pleasure working with Chris and the KBE team on my move to Squire Patton Boggs - Perth. Chris has an unrivalled understanding of the Perth legal landscape. His knowledge of law firms culture, drivers experience, people and markets provides a candidate with the utmost confidence. His guidance and professionalism throughout the whole process has been at the highest level. I highly recommend Chris Bates and the KBE team..”

  • Hamish Robertson - Corporate M&A Lawyer


    “Siemone has a great knowledge of (and relationships with) the legal market in Perth, and was extremely helpful in assisting me with securing a new role. Siemone gave me great advice and support throughout the process; and has continued to check in on me - thank you, Siemone!.”

  • Lee Carroll - Lead Counsel


    “Siemone helped me get a great job. At every stage during the recruitment process she was professional, friendly, helpful, responsive and generous. She clearly prioritises relationships over transactions. I know that because weeks after I started the new job, Siemone still calls me to see how I'm going! I have been repeatedly delighted by how genuine and thoughtful she is. I am very grateful, Siemone. Thank you!”