Mary Kelly Cunningham

Mary Kelly joined The RMN Agency in 2021. Before recruiting attorneys, she recruited volunteers for multiple educational institutions, faith-based entities, and nonprofits such as Pace Academy, Sarah Smith Elementary,
The Cathedral of St. Philip, and the Junior League of Atlanta. Previously, Mary Kelly managed Human Resources for the corporate office of a national retailer with responsibility for employee relations, benefits, and
the recruitment of corporate and customer-facing managerial positions.

Mary Kelly earned her Bachelor of Arts, in English, from Vanderbilt University and her Master of Business Administration from Georgia State University. She initially gained experience with the legal industry through
the prism of a family member who practiced law for 22 years. So, she appreciates the many questions that arise during an attorney’s search such as: Am I going to make partner, and when? Is this the right practice
area for me? Do I want to continue practicing law in a firm or do I want to go In-House? Do I align with this firm’s culture? Will I fit on this team?

Mary Kelly’s Career Advice for Lawyers

“Try not to fear the unknown and stay open to possibilities,” she says. “Some people adopt a mindset that possibilities are finite within a specific discipline. I’ve witnessed our Atlanta legal recruiters expand perspectives and match people to unexpected opportunities. Seeing an attorney light up about starting in a new law firm or company is rewarding. It’s a privilege and a joy to be a part of someone’s professional and personal journey.”