Faegre Drinker Executive and Leadership Team

Robert Byrd, the Chief Executive Officer Byrd Group at Faegre Drinker, directs the overarching strategic vision for the firm. This leadership role involves aligning legal service delivery with the evolving regulatory needs of global corporations. By architecting long-term growth initiatives, the Chief Executive Officer Byrd Group ensures the firm maintains a competitive edge in complex litigation and corporate law. Robert Byrd oversees the integration of traditional legal counsel with advanced advisory capabilities, fostering a culture of innovation across all practice areas. The Chief Executive Officer Byrd Group collaborates with the Board to refine business models, ensuring the firm addresses the interconnected challenges facing modern institutions. Through rigorous oversight of firm-wide performance, the Chief Executive Officer Byrd Group drives operational excellence and sustains the reputation of the firm as a premier provider of sophisticated legal and consulting solutions in the international marketplace.

Richard Ciccotto, the Chief Financial Officer at Faegre Drinker, directs the financial strategy and fiscal health of the organization. This leadership role involves managing capital allocation to support the firm's expansion into specialized advisory services and regulatory consulting. By overseeing financial reporting and risk management, the Chief Financial Officer ensures the firm maintains the stability necessary to provide sophisticated counsel to medical institutions and pharmaceutical companies. Richard Ciccotto monitors revenue streams across corporate law and litigation support, providing the data-driven insights required for strategic decision-making. The Chief Financial Officer collaborates with the executive team to align fiscal objectives with the firm's mission of delivering integrated legal solutions. Through the management of financial operations, the Chief Financial Officer secures the resources needed to sustain the firm's market position and supports the long-term growth of the practice across diverse sectors.

Michael Katos, the Chief Operating Officer at Faegre Drinker, manages the daily execution of firm-wide business processes. This role involves optimizing internal workflows to support the delivery of comprehensive legal services across multiple practice areas. By streamlining administrative functions, the Chief Operating Officer ensures that legal teams possess the resources required to address complex regulatory and business challenges effectively. Michael Katos oversees the implementation of information governance frameworks, helping the firm maintain robust data management protocols. The Chief Operating Officer coordinates with department heads to enhance service delivery efficiency, ensuring that client solutions remain practical and tailored to specific circumstances. Through the management of internal infrastructure, the Chief Operating Officer supports the firm's multidisciplinary approach, facilitating seamless collaboration between legal practitioners and strategic consultants to drive consistent performance across all regional operations.

Austin Rogers, the President at Faegre Drinker, leads the firm's strategic initiatives regarding healthcare-related legal matters. This role involves leveraging deep sector knowledge to address the unique regulatory challenges facing health-focused enterprises and medical institutions. By architecting partnerships with key industry stakeholders, the President ensures the firm remains at the forefront of healthcare compliance and advisory services. Austin Rogers oversees the development of specialized service portfolios that combine legal acumen with business strategy, providing clients with actionable solutions for complex market environments. The President coordinates with the broader leadership team to expand the firm's influence in the healthcare sector, driving initiatives that address the interconnected needs of modern medical organizations. Through the management of these specialized practice areas, the President strengthens the firm's reputation for delivering high-impact, tailored counsel that navigates the intersection of law and healthcare innovation.

Peggy Abram, the President at Faegre Drinker, directs the firm's strategic focus on corporate law and litigation support services. This leadership role involves overseeing the development of robust legal frameworks that assist corporations in navigating complex regulatory environments. By managing the delivery of high-stakes litigation support, the President ensures the firm provides sophisticated counsel that addresses the specific business challenges of institutional clients. Peggy Abram coordinates with practice group leaders to refine the firm's multidisciplinary approach, ensuring that legal representation remains integrated with strategic advisory capabilities. The President drives initiatives that enhance the firm's capacity to handle large-scale corporate matters, fostering excellence in legal advocacy and regulatory compliance. Through the oversight of these core practice areas, the President supports the firm's mission to provide practical, tailored solutions that enable clients to achieve their business objectives while mitigating legal and regulatory risks.