HOUSTON – Norton Rose Fulbright, a global law firm, announced today that Justin VandenBout, a litigation lawyer, has joined the firm as a partner in Houston. VandenBout will be a valuable addition to the Products, Pharma, Medical and Mass Tort practice team. He brings with him extensive experience in commercial litigation, product liability litigation, insurance coverage, and mass tort litigation.
VandenBout, who previously worked at Chamberlain Hrdlicka, has represented both plaintiffs and defendants in federal and state courts across the United States. His expertise extends to various areas such as environmental litigation, class action product liability litigation, catastrophic personal injury cases, intellectual property disputes, and breach of contract litigation.
His exceptional legal skills have earned him recognition as one of the top lawyers in Texas for business litigation. Norton Rose Fulbright’s US Managing Partner, Jeff Cody, expressed excitement about VandenBout joining the firm, stating that his trial experience and expertise will enhance the litigation practice.
Brett Young, Norton Rose Fulbright’s US Head of Products, Pharma, Medical and Mass Tort, also praised VandenBout’s capabilities. He appreciated VandenBout’s strong advocacy and fearless approach, highlighting how the team and the firm will benefit from his addition.
VandenBout, who also provides counsel on insurance programs, expressed his enthusiasm to expand his practice at Norton Rose Fulbright. He believes the firm’s reputation as a high-profile litigation powerhouse will allow him to provide excellent client service.
Licensed to practice in Texas and federal courts in New Mexico, VandenBout obtained his law degree from South Texas College of Law and his bachelor’s degree from the University of Texas at Austin.
Norton Rose Fulbright is a global law firm that provides comprehensive business law services to corporations and financial institutions worldwide. With offices in over 50 cities, including Houston, New York, and London, Norton Rose Fulbright is recognized for its industry-focused approach and leverages its global risk advisory group to offer practical solutions to clients.
By joining Norton Rose Fulbright, VandenBout will contribute to the firm’s continued success in the field of litigation. This strategic move reflects the firm’s commitment to expanding its team and meeting the increasing demand for its litigation services.
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Dan McKenna, US Director and Global Head of PR and Communications
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