Houston, TX – Global law firm Norton Rose Fulbright has announced the addition of litigation lawyer Justin VandenBout to its Houston-based team. VandenBout, previously with Chamberlain Hrdlicka, brings a wealth of experience in commercial litigation, product liability litigation, insurance coverage, and mass tort litigation. He has represented clients on both sides of cases in federal and state courts, as well as arbitrations, across the United States.
Recognized as one of the top lawyers in Texas for business litigation, VandenBout’s expertise will contribute to Norton Rose Fulbright’s strong litigation practice. Jeff Cody, Norton Rose Fulbright’s US Managing Partner, expressed excitement about the addition, stating that the demand for their litigation services remains high and that VandenBout’s trial experience will enhance their client offerings.
Brett Young, Norton Rose Fulbright’s US Head of Products, Pharma, Medical and Mass Tort, spoke highly of VandenBout’s abilities and his past experience working alongside him in a complex industrial accident case. With VandenBout joining the team, Young believes that the firm has become even stronger.
VandenBout is also experienced in counseling clients on insurance programs and is eager to expand his practice at an Am Law 20 law firm. He praised Norton Rose Fulbright’s capabilities in handling high-profile catastrophic litigation both in the US and globally, and is looking forward to working at a firm focused on client service.
Licensed to practice in all state and federal courts in Texas, as well as federal courts in New Mexico, VandenBout holds a law degree from South Texas College of Law and a bachelor’s degree from the University of Texas at Austin.
Norton Rose Fulbright is a global law firm with a significant presence in major cities around the world. With over 4,000 lawyers and legal staff, the firm offers comprehensive business law services to corporations and financial institutions. Known for its industry focus, Norton Rose Fulbright provides practical solutions to legal and regulatory risks in sectors such as financial institutions, energy, infrastructure and resources, transport, technology, life sciences and healthcare, and consumer markets.
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