Alston & Bird partner Cynthia Cole has been named to Forbes’s inaugural list of America’s Top Lawyers for AI, recognizing leading attorneys at the forefront of artificial intelligence and the legal profession.
A partner on the firm’s Privacy, Cyber & Data Strategy Team, Cynthia advises companies on navigating the rapidly evolving legal, regulatory, and operational issues surrounding AI. Her work includes developing AI governance frameworks, tools, templates, and best practices for AI developers and deployers, as well as advising on AI contracting, enterprise adoption, regulatory compliance, and responsible deployment. She also helps develop practical, technology-enabled solutions that translate clients’ legal requirements and risk tolerances into actionable guidance, reflecting Alston & Bird’s broader approach to pairing deep AI legal experience with innovative client solutions.
Forbes evaluates candidates using a range of criteria, including reputation, influence on the AI legal landscape, practice impact, significant matters, client and peer feedback, credentials, thought leadership, and professional and community contributions.