Former Alston & Bird Senior Associate Joins Latitude’s New York Team
NEW YORK (November 10, 2026) – Latitude announced today that Samantha Van Winter has joined the company as Director of Legal Recruiting and Placement for its New York office.
In her role, Van Winter will work with corporate legal departments and law firms to understand their legal talent needs and identify and vet attorneys suited to their work and teams. She’ll also work closely with attorneys considering new contract engagement and permanent role opportunities that align with their professional experience, aspirations, and goals.
Van Winter joins Latitude from Am Law 100 firm Alston & Bird, where she was a senior associate focused on environmental, land use, and natural resources law. She advised major corporate clients, including Fortune 500 companies, on environmental compliance and enforcement matters. Her practice also included providing environmental counsel in complex mergers and acquisitions. Earlier in her career, she served as a judicial law clerk in Virginia.
“When a client brings an attorney onto their team, they’re trusting that person with important matters,” said Corey Adler, founding Partner Latitude’s New York office. “Having practiced law ourselves, we understand that responsibility. Sam shares that perspective, and I’m happy to welcome her to the New York team.”
“Having worked in private practice, I understand how much thought goes into making a career move and how important it is to find an opportunity that fits your goals and priorities,” said Van Winter. “I’m excited to bring that experience to this role, working with attorneys exploring new opportunities and legal teams looking for experienced talent.”
Van Winter earned her J.D. from the University of Richmond School of Law and her bachelor’s degree from Bridgewater College.
