Innovation, Delivered. Legal Services, Reimagined.
At Cleary Gottlieb, innovation means more than adopting the latest technology.
We collaborate with clients to create solutions that deliver clear, tangible benefits with measurable impact. We harness innovation to help our clients realize new possibilities, solve complex challenges, and reach their business objectives.
At the heart of Cleary’s innovation approach is the belief that technology should empower, not replace, the human element of legal practice. We believe true innovation is about expanding the art of the possible. Using technology to harness and deliver our insights and experience, we support our clients in pursuing strategies and solutions that were once beyond reach, helping address challenges and opportunities with creativity and confidence.
As artificial intelligence transforms legal service delivery, we lead the market through our tech-driven innovation ecosystem and solutions-oriented support, structured around three key divisions:
Our AI approach is grounded in robust internal governance reflecting emerging regulatory standards and best practices. We are transforming legal services through our discovery professionals, data scientists, strategic acquisitions and partnerships, and executive leadership.
Let’s reimagine legal services together. Contact our team to explore how Cleary Innovation can create value for your business.
News | Recognitions | Publications | Events
News
Cleary Gottlieb Recognized as a Top 20 Innovative Law Firm in Financial Times Law Index – North America
December 11, 2025
Cleary Gottlieb Pioneering Future of Legal Technology as Founding Advisor for Stanford Law School’s Liftlab
September 16, 2025
Cleary Gottlieb Recognized as an Elite Firm in Chambers USA 2025
June 5, 2025
Recognitions
Top 20 Innovative Law Firms
Financial Times Law Index – North America, 2025
Commended: Innovative Lawyers in Disputes & Litigation (Tempur Sealy)
FT Innovative Lawyers Awards North America, 2025
No. 14 in the Top 50 Innovative Law Firms
Financial Times Law Index – Europe, 2025
Standout: Sustainability
FT Innovative Lawyers Awards Europe, 2025
Highly Commended: Responsible Business
FT Innovative Lawyers Awards Europe, 2025
Highly Commended: Digital Strategy
FT Innovative Lawyers Awards Europe, 2025
Leading firm for Artificial Intelligence, Technology
Chambers USA, 2025
Commended: Unlocking Capital
Financial Times’ Innovative Lawyers Asia-Pacific, 2025
Top 15 Innovative Law Firm
Financial Times Law Firm Index – North America, 2024
Commended: Innovative Lawyers in Deals & Financing (Broadcom)
FT Innovative Lawyers Awards North America, 2024
Standout: Innovative Lawyers in the Technology Sector (Genesis)
FT Innovative Lawyers Awards North America, 2024
Commended: Innovation in Improving Client Experience
FT Innovative Lawyers Awards Europe, 2024
Highly Commended: Innovation in Regulatory Solutions
FT Innovative Lawyers Awards Europe, 2024
Publications
President Trump Signs Executive Order Seeking to Preempt State AI Regulation
December 22, 2025
2025 Predictions for AI and Private Funds: The Rise of Agents
March 4, 2025
Events
Northwestern Pritzker School of Law’s Securities Regulation Institute 2026
January 26, 2026


