ILTA Awards

Member / I N N O V A T I V E L E A D E R O F T H E Y E A R Microsoft 365 Copilot rollouts. Under Sarah's leadership, AI- assisted workflows generated more than one million monthly Copilot requests while significantly accelerating drafting, research, and workflow efficiency. Sarah also developed industry-leading frameworks for responsible AI governance, including a global GenAI risk assessment pipeline, prioritization models, and reflective learning methodologies that integrated business strategy, knowledge management, and AI innovation. Her "Connecting, Sharing & Developing" philosophy mobilized a network of nearly 500 AI ambassadors and champions across regions and functions, creating a culture of collaboration, experimentation, and continuous improvement. Beyond her time at Baker McKenzie, Sarah is a widely respected voice in the legal knowledge and AI community. She regularly speaks at conferences, including AI x KM, ARK KM Legal, KM World Enterprise AI, Inside Practice, and ILTA-related events, sharing practical guidance on AI adoption, governance, and knowledge transformation. She has also co-authored publications on AI-ready legal knowledge management, including contributions to ILTA's Peer to Peer and the book "Future of Legal Knowledge Management: Harnessing Artificial Intelligence." Sarah's leadership is grounded in human-centered design, ethical AI practices, and a deep commitment to mentorship and inclusion. Through global upskilling initiatives, AI certification programs, communities of practice, and structured mentoring pathways, she has empowered professionals across regions and disciplines to confidently adopt new technologies while maintaining the highest standards of professionalism and governance. By combining strategic vision with operational execution on a global scale, Sarah helped position Baker McKenzie at the forefront of responsible AI and knowledge innovation while shaping broader conversations across the legal technology profession. ILTA AWARDS OF EXCELLENCE 2026 4 3

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