CenterPeak Introduces a New Name and Direction
The legal recruiting landscape is shifting as Johnson Downie and Lippman Jungers come together as CenterPeak, LLC. Alongside the merger, the firm welcomes industry veteran Jeffrey Lowe as a Partner and Market President for Washington, D.C. The launch of CenterPeak signals a clear turning point: one company, one brand, and a sharp focus on client service that puts strategy and outcomes first.
Looking Ahead in Legal Recruitment
Founding Partner Clint Johnson describes the energy around CenterPeak as hard to miss, and it shows. By uniting a diverse team of elite recruiters under a single banner, the firm intends to meet critical client needs across the globe with speed and precision. CenterPeak stands for an agile, focused way of working—one brand and one standard—so clients can expect thoughtful guidance tied directly to their goals, not just activity for activity’s sake.
Built on Two Proven Firms
Since 2008, Johnson Downie has been a leading name in legal search, with deep roots in Texas and a track record built on results. Lippman Jungers, founded in 2011, is known for its access to top legal talent and a history of transformative placements that helped shape firms’ futures. Their merger blends complementary strengths and years of know-how, giving CenterPeak the foundation to move decisively while drawing on hard-won experience from both sides.
Jeffrey Lowe’s Role at CenterPeak
Before joining CenterPeak, Jeffrey Lowe served as the Global Practice Leader of Major, Lindsey & Africa’s Law Firm Practice Group. His long experience in legal recruiting—and his deep knowledge of partner compensation and satisfaction—reinforces CenterPeak’s commitment to excellence. Lowe brings strategic clarity and steady leadership, qualities that support clients as they make high?stakes decisions and that position CenterPeak for continued growth and measurable client success.
Expanding Reach and Impact
CenterPeak’s team already spans New York, California, Texas, and Washington, D.C., and this is just the start. The firm plans to extend its reach thoughtfully, building relationships across major legal markets worldwide. Growth matters, but not more than results. The emphasis remains on delivering clear outcomes and practical guidance—expansion will follow where it serves client needs and strengthens long-term partnerships.
CenterPeak’s Track Record
Since forming, CenterPeak has helped open more than 40 offices and placed over 2,000 partners in Am Law 50 firms. These results speak to both scale and selectivity, backed by practices valued in the billions of dollars. The through line is simple: strategic moves that fit. With that focus, CenterPeak is becoming a trusted choice for firms that want to expand with purpose—and succeed.
About CenterPeak LLC
CenterPeak LLC is a legal search firm focused on strategic expansions and high?impact partner placements. Formed through the merger of Lippman Jungers and Johnson Downie, it operates as a trusted partner to law firms and lawyers alike. The firm has placed more than 2,000 partners and supported the opening of numerous offices for top?tier firms, always with an eye toward alignment between people, practices, and long?term strategy.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why was CenterPeak created?
CenterPeak was formed through the merger of Johnson Downie and Lippman Jungers to combine their complementary strengths into one firm. The goal is straightforward: one brand, one focused approach, and a higher level of service grounded in experience from both legacies.
Who is Jeffrey Lowe, and what will he do at CenterPeak?
Jeffrey Lowe is a seasoned legal recruiter who now serves as a Partner and the Market President for Washington, D.C. at CenterPeak. Drawing on his prior leadership of a major law firm practice group, he brings strategic insight and deep knowledge of partner compensation and satisfaction to client engagements.
What exactly does CenterPeak offer?
CenterPeak specializes in partner and practice group placements and advises on strategic expansions for law firms. The work is focused on aligning talent, practice strengths, and market opportunities so that moves are both timely and well matched.
How has CenterPeak influenced the legal recruiting market so far?
CenterPeak has facilitated more than 2,000 partner placements and supported the opening of over 40 offices in Am Law 50 firms. Those results reflect a combination of scale and careful execution, with an emphasis on outcomes that endure.
What is CenterPeak’s vision for growth?
The firm plans to deepen its presence in major legal markets around the world while keeping client service at the center. Expansion will be paced by client needs and guided by the same commitment to practical, results?driven advice.
