We work harderto find your fit.
Results-driven, relationship-focused.
At R•JOHNSON, our team is your team. Our philosophy is simple: we prioritize connecting great people to the positions they can succeed in. We approach every placement opportunity with honest communication and genuine passion for what we do. Rather than “sell” resumes to our clients, or “sell” jobs to applicants, we curate prospective applicants through a thorough proven process that works with the industry’s ever-changing needs.
Richard Johnson, B. Comm
Founder & Principal Recruiter
Richard Johnson is the founder and principal recruiter of R•JOHNSON Legal Recruitment, a Vancouver-based agency established in 2007. With more than 30 years of experience in legal recruitment, Richard has worked across local, national, and international agencies, giving him a deep, well-rounded understanding of the legal market and the people within it.
From day one, Richard built the agency around a simple but firm belief: candidates and clients deserve to be treated as equals in the placement process. Each deserves the same respect, care, and attention. That philosophy continues to guide every search and has been the foundation of Richard’s long-standing relationships and repeat partnerships.
Richard is not a salesperson—and never has been. He doesn’t push placements or rush decisions. Recruitment happens at its own pace, and the right move only happens when the fit is right on both sides. Known for his calm, thoughtful approach, Richard listens closely to where people are in their careers and helps align opportunities that make sense long-term, not just short-term. Professional, responsive, and highly efficient, Richard brings energy, perspective, and authenticity to his work. Clients and candidates alike value his straight-up communication, genuine interest in people, and ability to make the process feel human.
Outside of résumés and role descriptions, Richard is someone who genuinely enjoys people and the conversations that come with understanding what motivates them. He believes great recruitment is built on trust, timing, and transparency—not pressure. His goal is simple: to help people make thoughtful career moves and help firms build teams that truly work, creating partnerships that last well beyond a single placement.
KIMBERLY MACMILLAN, B.A., CPHR
DIRECTOR OF RECRUITMENT
Kimberly brings more than two decades of experience in human resources management and a diverse range of expertise having managed law firms, real estate firms and high-tech corporations. Prior to changing her professional focus to human resources management in 2000, she worked as a paralegal for BLG LLP.
As Director of Recruitment, Kimberly is responsible for leading the full- cycle recruitment process and managing the day-to-day operations of the office. She also develops and executes creative sourcing strategies that ensure effective talent acquisition of top-tier candidates. Serving as the main point of contact for clients, she, along with her team, endeavor to facilitate a successful completion for every recruit. Kimberly doesn’t believe in selling or ‘forcing’ a relationship. She works from the heart and works relentlessly to find the right fit for every opportunity.
Kimberly holds a Bachelor of Arts, Paralegal Diploma, Human Resources Management Certificate, and CPHR designation. She is a member of the CHPR (BC and Yukon) and was the co-chair of the Professional Recruiters Roundtable. She is also a former member of the BCLMA and was the co- chair of the Small Firms subsection.
Sarah Creaven
Recruitment Coordinator
Sarah joined R•JOHNSON in January 2025 with an impressive background in customer service and a desire to help others. After graduating from The National College of Art and Design, Dublin, Ireland with a Bachelor’s in Fine art and Visual Culture, specialising in Media, she moved from Ireland to Vancouver to start her professional career. At R•JOHNSON, Sarah will be your first point of contact in the recruitment process. She will help facilitate all recruitment activities to ensure the best results for both the candidates and clients.
MAXINE LIEN
RECRUITMENT COORDINATOR
Maxine is an integral part of R•JOHNSON with almost 10 years of legal recruitment, customer service and administrative experience. As Recruitment Coordinator, Maxine ensure that the entire recruitment process runs smoothly by managing day-to-day operations, including attracting and evaluating candidates, conducting interviews, posting job opportunities, and so much more. Maxine’s passion for securing the highest quality selection of candidates and job opportunities consistently results in R•JOHNSON exceeding our placement objectives year after year.