Maria Lawton
About Maria Lawton
Maria Lawton serves as the Manager of Attorney Recruiting at Arnold & Porter Kaye Scholer LLP, bringing a diverse international background and multilingual skills to her role. She has extensive experience in legal recruiting and talent development across various organizations, including significant roles at Steptoe & Johnson LLP and the British Embassy in Washington, D.C.
Current Role at Arnold & Porter
Maria Lawton serves as the Manager of Attorney Recruiting at Arnold & Porter Kaye Scholer LLP, a position she has held since 2022 in San Francisco, California. In this role, she is responsible for overseeing the recruitment process for attorneys, ensuring that the firm attracts and retains top legal talent. Her extensive experience in legal recruiting contributes to her effectiveness in this position.
Previous Experience in Legal Recruiting
Prior to her current role, Maria Lawton held several positions at Steptoe & Johnson LLP. She worked as a Legal Recruiting Assistant for 10 months in 2016, followed by a two-year tenure as a Legal Recruiting Coordinator from 2016 to 2018. She later served as the Legal Recruiting Manager for one year from 2018 to 2019. These roles equipped her with a comprehensive understanding of the legal recruitment landscape.
Educational Background
Maria Lawton earned her Bachelor of Science degree in Business Administration and Management from The University of Alabama in Huntsville, completing her studies from 2010 to 2014. She furthered her education by obtaining a Master's Degree in International Affairs from The George Washington University, where she studied from 2014 to 2016. Additionally, she achieved an International Baccalaureate from Colegio Internacional SEK - El Castillo in Madrid, completing this program from 2004 to 2010.
Multilingual Capabilities
Maria Lawton possesses multilingual capabilities, being fluent in English and Spanish. She has advanced proficiency in French and working proficiency in Russian. This linguistic skill set enhances her ability to communicate effectively in diverse environments, particularly in international settings.
Diverse International Background
Maria Lawton has a diverse international background, having lived and been educated in seven different countries. This experience has contributed to her strong international identity, as reflected in her dual citizenship in the UK and the US. Her varied background provides her with a unique perspective in her professional endeavors.