Bobby Earles

Bobby Earles serves as a Board Member at Teaching Lab Studio and is a Fellow at the Leadership Council on Legal Diversity, both positions held since 2024 and 2023, respectively. As a Partner at Cooley LLP since June 2021, and previously at Kirkland & Ellis from October 2012 to June 2021, Bobby specializes in commercial litigation, bankruptcy litigation, and white-collar defense. Bobby’s early career includes roles as a Summer Associate and PILI Fellow at Kirkland & Ellis, focusing on commercial litigation and community service related to disability law. Bobby holds a Doctor of Law (J.D.) from The University of Chicago Law School and a Bachelor's of Business Administration from Howard University, along with completing education at University of Chicago Laboratory High School.