Intapp Launches Celeste AI Coworker for Professional Firms
Event summary
- Intapp's Celeste AI coworker is now generally available, after previewing in February 2026.
- Celeste automates firm-specific workflows like deal screening, conflicts clearance, and lateral hiring.
- Early adopters include Hg (private capital) and BakerHostetler (legal).
- The platform integrates with firms' existing systems and enforces compliance rules.
The big picture
Intapp's Celeste represents a strategic shift toward AI that manages the business operations of professional firms, not just individual tasks. This moves beyond horizontal assistants and practice-specific AI to focus on firm-wide workflows, addressing a gap where generic AI falls short. The launch highlights how specialized governance and proprietary knowledge are becoming key differentiators in AI adoption for regulated industries.
What we're watching
- Adoption Pace
- How quickly professional firms will integrate Celeste into core operations.
- Competitive Response
- Whether competitors will develop similar firm-specific AI solutions.
- Regulatory Compliance
- The effectiveness of Celeste's compliance enforcement in highly regulated industries.
Related topics