Neeraj S. Rajpal

Neeraj S. Rajpal serves as Chief Information Officer at Hughes Hubbard & Reed LLP, bringing over two decades of executive leadership in legal technology. He is responsible for executing the firm’s strategic vision across key areas including technology strategy, artificial intelligence and innovation, information security and governance, digital transformation, and global operations.

Throughout his career, Neeraj has held CIO roles at several prominent law firms, where he led enterprise-wide initiatives to modernize infrastructure, enhance cybersecurity, and drive innovation. His background includes extensive work in global IT strategy, ERP systems, cloud infrastructure, application development, and compliance frameworks such as GDPR and ISO. He has also overseen initiatives in data and knowledge management, litigation support, and disaster recovery.

Neeraj’s forward-thinking approach—shaped by experience in the legal, financial, and consulting sectors—reflects a deep understanding of emerging technologies including blockchain, AI, and smart sourcing. This foundation continues to inform his leadership as he guides Hughes Hubbard’s technology evolution.