Global law firm K&L Gates LLP was recognized as one of the most innovative law firms in the world by BTI Consulting Group. Out of 197 firms recognized in the 2025 report, K&L Gates was ranked in the highest category as an "Innovation Icon" with only 27 firms receiving that designation.
These rankings are based on BTI surveying hundreds of corporate legal decision makers to rate outside counsel in four areas:
- Legal Strategy Innovation – smart, adaptive, and bold legal thinking;
- Tech Savvy Delivery – tech-enabled, efficient legal service;
- Client-Facing Innovation – new, practical ways to work with clients; and
- Generative AI Pioneers – trailblazers integrating AI into client success.