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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

China’s New Law Aims to Strengthen Land Rights for Rural Women, Despite Persisting Ambiguities

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Beijing, China — A new law set to take effect in May aims to enhance the legal rights of women in rural China, particularly regarding land ownership which has historically been biased towards men. This latest legislative reform seeks to address issues that have previously barred women from inheriting or owning land, a critical asset in agrarian communities. In rural parts of China, land is collectively owned but distributed among families. Traditionally, the head of the household, typically a male, is registered as the owner, disenfranchising women, particularly those who move away to marry. Under … Read more

German-Chinese Lawyer Wanze Zhang Joins Michalski Hüttermann to Expand China Desk and Strengthen IP Practice

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COLOGNE, Germany – Wanze Zhang, a German lawyer with Chinese roots, has joined Michalski Hüttermann, a law firm specializing in intellectual property (IP) matters. Zhang brings a wealth of experience in IP law, having previously worked at prominent firms such as Maxton & Langmaack and Dompatent von Kreisler Selting Werner. During her time at Dompatent, Zhang played a significant role in establishing the China desk, which focused on providing IP advice to Chinese clients. She advised companies like Xiaomi, Great Wall Motor, Opple Lighting, and Svolt Energy on various IP issues, including trademark and patent … Read more

Experienced Litigation Lawyer Justin VandenBout Joins Norton Rose Fulbright in Houston to Strengthen Products, Pharma, Medical and Mass Tort Practice

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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 … Read more