Cooley has been shortlisted for five honors at the Financial Times Innovative Lawyers Awards North America. The annual program recognizes organizations and individuals across the legal industry whose innovative approaches, technologies and leadership are shaping the future of legal practice.
Cooley’s shortlist recognitions include:
- Intrapreneur – Recognizing individuals who drive innovation within their organizations, Peter Warner, chair of Cooley’s global business department and co-chair of the global emerging companies and venture capital practice, was honored for more than a decade of leadership advancing innovation across the firm.
- Innovation in Knowledge & Data – This recognition celebrates the use of knowledge, data and AI to advance legal practice. A cross-functional Cooley team was honored for developing an internal tool that helps lawyers determine in real time whether AI is permitted for a client or matter.
- Innovation in People & Skills – Honoring new approaches to attracting and developing legal talent, Cooley was recognized for transforming entry-level associate recruitment from a single hiring event into a multi-year talent-building process.
- Innovation in Technology for Clients – Vanilla by Cooley was recognized for its cloud-based fund subscription platform, reflecting the category’s focus on technology that enhances client service. The platform has surpassed $100 billion in closed subscriptions, supporting more than 1,200 fund clients and more than 50,000 limited partners.
- Innovative Lawyers in Unlocking Capital – Cooley was recognized for advising Navan on its $923 million initial public offering, reflecting the category’s focus on innovative legal work that helps businesses access capital and achieve strategic growth.
The winners will be announced at an awards ceremony on December 7 in New York.
