Litigation

Litigation Specialist Justin VandenBout Joins Norton Rose Fulbright in Houston to Strengthen Products and Mass Tort Practice

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HOUSTON — Norton Rose Fulbright, a prominent global law firm, announced the expansion of its Houston team with the addition of Justin VandenBout as a partner. VandenBout, formerly with Chamberlain Hrdlicka, brings significant expertise to the firm’s Products, Pharma, Medical and Mass Tort practice group, where he will handle a diverse caseload spanning commercial and product liability litigation. A seasoned litigator recognized for his prowess in the courtroom, VandenBout has built a robust practice across multiple states including Texas, Arizona, and California, among others. His work encompasses a wide spectrum from environmental and intellectual property … Read more

Kean Miller Welcomes Shiena Marie N. Burke to Their New Orleans Team, Bolstering Expertise in Casuality and Mass Tort Litigation

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New Orleans, LA — Kean Miller, a prominent law firm known for its litigation services, has recently expanded its team with the hiring of Shiena Marie N. Burke as an associate. Burke, who will be part of the firm’s casualty and mass tort litigation group, joins the New Orleans office, bringing a wealth of legal experience and expertise. Before her transition into private practice, Burke had an impressive journey through various judicial capacities, enhancing her grasp of complex legal frameworks. Her initial legal experience includes working as a federal clerk in the Department of Labor’s … Read more

Texas Judge Faces Removal Request Amid Intense Foster Care System Litigation

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CORPUS CHRISTI, Texas — In a tense courtroom showdown, U.S. District Judge Janis Jack grilled top Texas child welfare officials, marking a peak in a long-standing battle over the state’s handling of its foster care system. The case, rooted in a class action lawsuit dating back to 2011, scrutinizes the care provided to thousands of children removed from their homes due to abuse or neglect. Judge Jack, who has presided over this sprawling litigation since 2011, has been a dominant figure in overseeing the reform of Texas’s foster care. Appointed to senior status in 2010, … Read more

Norton Rose Fulbright Strengthens Houston Litigation Team with New Partner Justin VandenBout

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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 … Read more