Celebrating Legal Excellence: 2025 ACC Value Champions Announced

Celebrating Legal Excellence with ACC Value Champions
In a remarkable showcase of legal innovation, the Association of Corporate Counsel (ACC) has recognized outstanding law departments and their partners through the 2025 ACC Value Champions program. These esteemed awards highlight corporate law departments that exhibit exemplary efficiency while achieving significant cost savings, setting the bar high for the legal industry.
Innovative Approaches Transforming Legal Departments
The 2025 ACC Value Champions have redefined the landscape of corporate law by employing a range of innovative strategies. By harnessing the power of data analytics, refining internal processes, and implementing cutting-edge technologies, these law departments have successfully navigated the challenges posed by ever-evolving global regulations. Their commitment to developing new operating models reflects a proactive approach aimed at maximizing resources and elevating overall performance.
Voices from Industry Leaders
Veta T. Richardson, President & CEO of ACC, emphasizes the importance of recognizing pioneers in the legal sector. "Legal departments are tasked with continually adapting to a shifting environment,” Richardson states. “The 2025 ACC Value Champions exemplify how effective resource optimization, enhanced workflows, and robust partnerships can lead to transformative legal solutions, yielding excellent outcomes and heightened value for their organizations."
Recognizing the Champions: Notable Achievements
The champions of 2025 include notable names such as Brookfield Properties in partnership with Reed Smith LLP, and FedEx alongside Elevate. Each of these outstanding teams has demonstrated exemplary efforts in redefining their legal operations, with a focus on innovative solutions that deliver results.
- Brookfield Properties & Reed Smith LLP
- FedEx & Elevate
- Ferring Pharmaceuticals & Factor Law
- PepsiCo, Inc.
- Purolator & DocJuris
- Rocket Software
- UBS, UnitedLex & Legal Decoder
- Workday Inc.
Since its inception in 2012, the ACC Value Champions program has served as a beacon for corporate law departments striving to enhance the delivery of legal services. Evaluated by a panel of previous awards recipients combined with legal operations professionals, this year’s honorees come from a variety of sectors including real estate, technology, and transportation, showcasing a rich diversity of innovation in legal practice.
Celebrating Excellence During ACC Legal Ops Con
The recognition ceremonies for the 2025 ACC Value Champions will take place at the ACC Legal Ops Con. This event aims to bring the brightest minds in legal operations together, focusing on the latest advancements in legal technology and process improvement. Industry professionals are encouraged to attend and connect with leaders in the field.
Connecting with ACC Champions
If you wish to learn more about what makes these law departments stand out, consider scheduling an interview with one of the champions. For inquiries, Dan Weber, Senior Director of Communications and PR, is your point of contact.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the ACC Value Champions?
The ACC Value Champions are recognized corporate law departments that demonstrate excellence in legal efficiency and innovation.
How are the champions selected?
They are chosen by a panel of former honorees along with experts in legal operations, ensuring diverse representation across industries.
What initiatives have the 2025 champions undertaken?
The champions have implemented innovative processes and technologies to enhance efficiency and reduce operational costs.
When will the champions be recognized?
The recognition takes place during the ACC Legal Ops Con, where industry professionals gather to celebrate innovation in legal practice.
How can I learn more about the ACC Value Challenge?
Details about the ACC Value Challenge and its impact can be found on the official ACC website, showcasing its initiatives since 2012.
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