K&L Gates
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3
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5
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Feb 2026
Latest
May 2026
AI moves timeline
- Key HireMay 12, 2026
K&L Gates appoints Jake Bernstein as first Global AI and Innovation Partner
K&L Gates appointed Jake Bernstein as its first-ever Global AI and Innovation Partner. Seattle-based practicing partner who leads firm AI strategy, governance, and innovation operations. Co-chairs K&L Gates AI Solutions Group. Role spans both internal AI adoption and external AI advisory client work.
- Policy / GovernanceMar 9, 2026
K&L Gates Achieves ISO/IEC 42001 AI Governance Certification — Among First Law Firms Globally
K&L Gates earned ISO/IEC 42001:2023 certification, becoming one of the first law firms globally to achieve the AI governance standard. Covers approved tools including Legora, Vincent AI, CoCounsel, and Microsoft Copilot.
- Product AdoptionFeb 6, 2026
K&L Gates announces global Legora collaboration following successful pilot
K&L Gates deployed Legora for 1,000 lawyers globally following a multi-jurisdictional pilot spanning US, Europe, UK, and Australia across Corporate, Finance, Litigation, IP, and Asset Management. Emphasis on Legora Portal for client collaboration.