10 COOs in law firms

Experience: Chief Operating Officer · Husch Blackwell

Chief Operating Officer at Husch Blackwell since 2025; the profile describes a full-service corporate law firm with over 1,000 attorneys and says the COO role oversees legal and business operations that affect the client experience. Former Chief Client Officer (2017–2025), Director of Operations & Strategic Growth (2012–2017) and Partner (2000–2012) at Husch Blackwell.

Experience: Chief Operating Officer · Sherrard Roe Voigt & Harbison

Chief Operating Officer at Sherrard Roe Voigt & Harbison since 2023, a firm the profile says provides a comprehensive range of legal services to businesses and individuals. Former Chief Operating Officer at PATTERSON IP Law (2021–2023), Founder of Realize Legal Consulting (2020–2021) and Chief Revenue Officer at The Concinnity Company (2019–2020).

Experience: Chief Operating Officer · Ballard Spahr LLP

Chief Operating Officer at Ballard Spahr LLP since 2026, a firm the profile describes as a law firm with more than 750 lawyers in 19 U.S. offices. Former Chief Practice Management Officer (2024–2026), Director of Practice Management (2011–2024) and Marketing Manager (2003–2011) at Ballard Spahr LLP.

Experience: Chief Operating Officer · Shartsis Friese LLP

Chief Operating Officer at Shartsis Friese LLP since 2017; the profile says the role directs all business and administrative operations of the firm, including finance, human resources, information services, conflicts, facilities, marketing and recruiting. Former Regional Director of Administration (California) at Winston & Strawn LLP (2009–2017) and Director of Administration (Washington, D.C.) at Milbank, Tweed, Hadley & McCloy LLP (1988–2005).

Experience: Chief Operating Officer · Blackwell Burke P.A.

Former Chief Operating Officer (2020–2026) and Controller (2005–2020) at Blackwell Burke P.A.; the profile describes a law firm COO and business and financial operations executive with more than 20 years leading the business side of legal organizations. Former Controller at Jensen, Bell, Converse & Erickson (2002–2005).

Experience: Chief Operating Officer · Maron Marvel

Chief Operating Officer at Maron Marvel since 2016; the profile describes Maron Marvel as a law firm specializing in toxic tort, product liability, pharmaceutical, medical device and environmental matters. Former Chief Financial Officer (2004–2015) and Chief Executive Officer (2014) at Electronic Payment Exchange (EPX), and Chief Financial Officer at Omicron Development LLC (1999–2004).

Experience: Chief Operating Officer · Lyons & Associates, P.C.

Chief Operating Officer at Lyons & Associates, P.C. since 2025, after serving as Director of Growth and Operations there (2022–2025). Former Office Manager Director of Operations at Mattia, McBride & Grieco, P.C. (2011–2022); the profile headline cites law firm operations, growth and multi-office leadership.

Experience: Chief Operating Officer · Polsinelli

Chief Operating Officer at Polsinelli since 2025; the profile headline cites leading AI, legal practice management and shared services at an Am Law 100 firm. Other Polsinelli roles listed include Chief Practice Strategy Officer Chief of Staff (2024–2026) and Chief Of Staff (2019–2026), a role the profile says worked alongside the Chairman and CEO and the executive team.

Experience: Chief Operating Officer · Neal, Gerber & Eisenberg LLP

Chief Operating Officer at Neal, Gerber & Eisenberg LLP since 2014; the profile describes a Chicago-based law firm with over 140 lawyers and says the role oversees day-to-day operations including talent management, information technology and knowledge management. Former Chief Talent Officer at the firm (2001–2014) and Recruiting Manager at Gardner, Carton & Douglas (1997–2001).

Experience: Chief Operating Officer · Goodmans LLP

Chief Operating Officer at Goodmans LLP since 2024; the profile describes Goodmans as one of Canada's leading law firms for M&A, corporate and securities work. Other Goodmans roles listed include Managing Director (2023–2024), Associate Managing Director (2022–2023), Director, Human Resources (2020–2022) and Director, Law Clerk Programs (2008–2020).