Winston & Strawn Appoints Robert Kerr as Chief Information Officer

NEW YORK—July 30, 2024—Winston & Strawn LLP is pleased to announce the appointment of Robert Kerr as Chief Information Officer (CIO).

Located in the New York office, Rob leads the firm’s team of IT professionals and is responsible for driving a firmwide technology transformation to ensure Winston continues to leverage the most effective technologies available to deliver service and results for clients.

“Rob brings a winning combination of technological expertise and strategic acumen that will greatly enhance our ability to service our wide-ranging client base,” said Winston Chairman Steve D’Amore. “With the impact of emerging technologies like artificial intelligence growing by the day, it is critical to have leadership in place to deliver the technology and information services needed to stay ahead of the curve. Winston’s world class IT team will benefit from Rob’s guidance and expertise, and we look forward to the impact of his contributions in making Winston a more tech-forward organization.”

Rob brings considerable experience to Winston, having served as Chief Information Officer at Cooley LLP for the past 10 years. Prior to that, he provided strategic management and technology advice to AmLaw100 clients as a Managing Director with eSentio Technologies, and as a partner at Baker Robbins.

“I am excited to join the outstanding leadership team at Winston and to lead technology and innovation across the firm,” said Rob. “As we navigate this rapidly evolving landscape, I look forward to collaborating with our multi-disciplinary teams and practice groups to bring excellence and innovation to our clients across the globe.”