HOUSTON — Norton Rose Fulbright, a prominent global law firm, strengthened its legal team by appointing Justin VandenBout as a partner in their Houston office. VandenBout, previously with Chamberlain Hrdlicka, brings extensive experience in litigation across various sectors, including commercial and product liability, to Norton Rose Fulbright’s Products, Pharma, Medical and Mass Tort practice team.
This addition comes at a time when the firm is actively expanding its litigation capabilities in response to increased client demands. VandenBout’s practice spans the breadth of the United States, where he has represented both plaintiffs and defendants in numerous high-profile cases. His areas of expertise cover environmental litigation, catastrophic personal injury, intellectual property, and more.
Jeff Cody, US Managing Partner at Norton Rose Fulbright, expressed the firm’s strategic intent behind this recruitment. “The addition of Justin to our team is a response to the growing demand for experienced litigation practitioners. His trial experience will significantly enhance the offerings we provide to our clients,” Cody stated.
Brett Young, who heads the firm’s US Products, Pharma, Medical and Mass Tort division, shared a personal testimony about VandenBout’s capabilities. “Having worked closely with Justin, I can attest to his exceptional skill and dedication as a litigator. His fearlessness and advocacy are exactly what our team needs to strengthen our position in the industry,” Young remarked.
VandenBout himself is enthusiastic about his new role and the opportunities it presents. “Joining a firm with Norton Rose Fulbright’s global reach and commitment to high-profile catastrophic litigation is immensely appealing. I am eager to contribute to a team that’s renowned for its focus on client service and expanding my practice further,” he said.
Licensed to practice across all state and federal courts in Texas and 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, with over 4,000 legal professionals and offices in more than 50 cities worldwide, continues to be a leader in providing comprehensive legal services to top-tier corporations and financial institutions globally. The firm is well-recognized for its expertise in key sectors such as financial institutions; energy, infrastructure and resources; transport; technology; life sciences and healthcare; and consumer markets.
Through their global risk advisory group, Norton Rose Fulbright leverages its vast industry knowledge to offer practical solutions to clients, addressing complex legal, regulatory, compliance, and governance issues worldwide. The firm operates under a commitment to quality, unity, and integrity, striving to maintain the highest standard of legal service in each of their locations.
As the legal industry continues to evolve, Norton Rose Fulbright’s emphasis on expanding their litigation expertise and enhancing client service cements their role as a leader in the global legal landscape. VandenBout’s appointment marks another step in the firm’s ongoing strategy to adapt and thrive in a competitive market.