Top Corporate Legal Services Brands by AI Visibility in United States
In U.S. Corporate Legal Services generative engine optimization (GEO), Latham & Watkins and Kirkland & Ellis lead with 83.3% Visibility, indicating pervasive AI presence. However, Average Response Position (ARP)—where lower numbers (closer to #1.0) signify superior top-of-mind recall in AI recommendations—differentiates them. Latham & Watkins (ARP #1.80) significantly outperforms Kirkland & Ellis (ARP #6.60). Wachtell, Lipton, Rosen & Katz, with 50% visibility, commands an exceptional #1.00 ARP, showcasing highly impactful, focused AI recall.
Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom (66.7% Visibility, ARP #4.50) heads a strong second tier. This includes Sidley Austin, Jones Day, Gibson, Dunn & Crutcher, and Cravath (all 50% Visibility) with ARPs from #2.67 to #8.33, showing varied effectiveness. Emerging entries like Davis Polk & Wardwell and Hogan Lovells (both 33.3% Visibility) face higher hurdles. Dominance in GEO requires broad AI visibility and superior, consistent recommendation positioning.
| Rank | Brand Name | Share of Voice | Avg Position |
|---|---|---|---|
| #1 | Latham & Watkins |
|
#1.83 |
| #2 | Skadden |
|
#4.67 |
| #3 | Kirkland & Ellis |
|
#6.83 |
| #4 | Sidley Austin |
|
#4.25 |
| #5 | Gibson Dunn |
|
#5.00 |
| #6 | Cravath, Swaine & Moore |
|
#7.00 |
| #7 | Wachtell, Lipton, Rosen & Katz |
|
#1.00 |
| #8 | Jones Day |
|
#3.33 |
| #9 | Davis Polk & Wardwell |
|
#4.67 |
| #10 | Sullivan & Cromwell |
|
#7.00 |
Methodology & Metrics Definition:
- Share of Voice (SOV): The percentage of AI search evaluation cycles where the brand was explicitly cited or recommended.
- Avg Position: The average order of appearance in AI response lists (closer to #1.00 indicates top-of-mind priority).
- Evaluated AI Models: Benchmark evaluations are conducted across OpenAI ChatGPT and Google Gemini.
Monthly data generated via Altovista AI Visibility Intelligence. Last Updated: July 24, 2026
