On paper, hiring a new editor sounds like the most sensible option, as you will be replacing like with like. There is a logic to this: You hired the original editor for a reason, whether to cope with workload or as a strategic decision, and that reason is likely to remain relevant. If recruiting a replacement editor is an attractive option, you will need to consider whether your firm is at a time-critical juncture, and if it can afford to wait for the recruitment process to run its course. For more information visit, Research Editors.