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2026 ACC Chief Legal Officers Survey

The findings from the 2026 ACC Annual Chief Legal Officers Survey, presented by FTI Consulting, show a fundamental shift in the Chief Legal Officer (CLO) role from a specialized legal advisor to an essential business strategist and technology leader. Drawing on the insights of 1,049 CLO's across 43 countries, this survey provides a comprehensive view of how legal leaders are responding to a global environment marked by geopolitical uncertainty, the rise of artificial intelligence and other market disruptions.
This global report covers the key legal department trends, best practices and challenges that are likely to impact the CLO role in 2026.