Rising Legal Operations Leaders Under 40

Celebrating the next generation of trailblazers who are already shaping the future of legal operations with outstanding leadership and vision.

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Justine McCanna

GoPro, Inc.

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Myah Bowermaster

Cvent

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Nigel Schilling

Integra LifeSciences

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Patricija Corey

Franklin Templeton

Raina Forcier
Raina Forcier

Cambria


Pioneering Use of AI 

Recognizing professionals or teams that have effectively integrated artificial intelligence to improve efficiency, enhance decision-making, and transform legal service delivery.

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Docusign
harrity
Harrity & Harrity

Best Transformation Project 

Honoring organizations that have completely reimagined legal operations to drive measurable efficiency, agility, and business impact.

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Hitachi

in collaboration with Checkbox


IP Operations Excellence 

Recognizing excellence in intellectual property operations, where innovative strategy and efficiency directly protect and support business growth.

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Solstice Advanced Materials

Data-Driven Legal Department of the Year

Recognizing legal departments that masterfully leverage data, metrics, and analytics to optimize daily operations and unlock strategic business value.

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DXC Technology
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Jones Lang LaSalle

Innovator of the Year

Honoring the visionary individuals and teams redefining how legal drives enterprise value through cutting-edge technology and new ways of working.

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Eric Paul

AT&T

ryan donahue
Ryan Donahue

Boston Consulting Group


Litigation Operations Excellence

Celebrating organizations that have completely transformed litigation management through the seamless integration of technology, modern processes, and strategic foresight. 

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Live Nation Entertainment

Mentorship Excellence Award 

Celebrating dedicated leaders who go above and beyond to invest their time, knowledge, and energy into guiding and developing the next generation of legal talent. 

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Jessica Vander Ploeg

Belron


HERizon Leadership Award

Honoring outstanding women and allies who demonstrate exceptional vision, strength, and an unwavering dedication to uplifting others across the legal ecosystem. 

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Abigail Baughman

Mercedes-Benz USA

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Elaine Spector

Harrity & Harrity


Provider Excellence

Recognizing elite solution providers who deliver exceptional value, breakthrough innovation, and serve as true, trusted partners in legal department transformation. 

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MyLegal

General Counsel of the Year 

The General Counsel role is among the most strategic in any enterprise. This award honors executive leaders who perfectly exemplify courage, foresight, and operational excellence. 

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Brian Martin

Nutanix

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