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Christopher Smith

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Chief Information Officer at Freshfields
📍 New York, New York, United States

Christopher is the Global Chief Information Officer and Chief Data Officer at Freshfields, where he leads technology and data strategy for over 6, 000 professionals. With a BA from the University of Notre Dame, he specializes in leveraging AI and data to enhance decision-making in complex, people-based organizations. Colleagues describe him as innovative, kind, and an exceptional expert.

Interesting fact: Christophers dual role as both CIO and CDO at a top global law firm highlights his unique expertise at the intersection of technology, data, and legal operations.

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Experience
35 Years
Current Role
Chief Information Officer
Location
New York, New York, United States
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AI & Data Strategy
Focuses on using data and AI to improve judgment and economic outcomes in professional services, as seen in his recent posts about applying AI models to business challenges.
Legal Tech Innovation
Has over 20 years of experience driving the adoption of cutting-edge technology, including cloud and AI, at leading law firms like Freshfields and Sullivan & Cromwell.
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Career

Work history

3-2022 - 1-2026
Chief Information Officer
Freshfields
5-2021 - 3-2022
Chief Global Data Officer
Freshfields
11-2020 - 5-2021
Consultant
A Magic Circle Law Firm
2018 - 2020
Chief Knowledge Management and Innovation Officer
Sullivan & Cromwell LLP
2003 - 2013
Skipper
Manhattan Sailing Club
In the press

Media appearances

Freshfields Elevates Tech Pro To Chief Information Officer. Featured in Law360
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Chris Smith | Freshfields. Featured in Freshfields (official firm website)
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Education
1982 - 1985
BA
University of Notre Dame
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