Get ready for an exciting announcement that will shake up the legal world! Norton Rose Fulbright is making waves with its 2026 global promotions round, and we're here to break it down for you.
With a total of 51 talented lawyers being promoted to partner status, effective January 1, 2026, Norton Rose Fulbright is expanding its partnership and strengthening its global presence. But here's where it gets interesting: these promotions span across 12 diverse practice areas, showcasing the firm's commitment to excellence in various legal fields. From litigation and disputes to corporate matters, banking, and intellectual property, these new partners bring a wealth of expertise to the table.
Jeff Cody, the Global Managing Partner, emphasizes the importance of growing the partnership and highlights the exceptional qualities of these individuals. "These lawyers have demonstrated an unwavering focus on client needs, technical brilliance, and a genuine spirit of collaboration across our global network. We're thrilled to welcome them into the partnership and anticipate the positive impact they'll continue to make."
The promotions are spread across 22 offices worldwide, with the highest number of new partners based in the US, Canada, and the UK. Peter Scott, Global Managing Partner for Europe, Middle East, and Asia Pacific, emphasizes the firm's dedication to delivering seamless, high-quality services to its clients. "Each of our new partners has earned this milestone through exceptional work and unwavering dedication to the firm. Their talent and commitment reflect our promise to provide top-notch legal services wherever our clients operate."
Now, let's dive into the details of these promotions by practice area. Get ready to meet the legal stars of tomorrow!
Antitrust and Competition:
- Alex Cummings, Houston
- Nuala Canavan, London
Banking and Finance:
- Adele Gray, Melbourne
- CJ Grey, Cape Town
- Georgie Field, London
- Jonathan Crookes, London
- Matthew Bambury, London
- Michael Cockburn, Toronto
- Olivia Cullen, London
- Ryan Apar, New York
Corporate, M&A, and Securities:
- Caleb Segrest, Dallas
- Charles St-Pierre, Montréal
- David Bartlett, London
- Fridoun Chee, Sydney
- Joseph Palmieri, Toronto
- Joshua Temkin, London
- Julia Godolphin, Montréal
- Matthew O'Shea, London
- Pierre-Olivier Valiquette, Montréal
- Shazi Askarpour, Dubai
- Siyuan An, Los Angeles
- Will Betts, Dallas
- Wenzel Richter, Munich
Cybersecurity and Data Privacy:
- Ellen Blanchard, Dallas
- Susana Medeiros, New York
Employment and Labor:
- Francis Champagne, Montréal
Financial Services and Regulation:
- Rachael Hashmall, Denver
Government:
- Jiadi Liang, Canberra
- Veronica Seeto, Canberra
Healthcare Transactions:
- Maxwell Karasek, Chicago
Intellectual Property:
- Daniel Posker, Sydney
- John Poulos, Chicago
- Paul Jorgensen, Toronto
- Stephanie Schmidt, Austin
Litigation and Disputes:
- Chris Cooke, San Antonio
- Ellie Norris, Dallas
- Emily Wolf, Austin
- Ieronymos Bikakis, London
- Jaime Wing, Minneapolis
- Jessica Warwick, Ottawa
- Joseph Bentley, London
- Julie Lacourcière, Montréal
- Kiasha Nagiah, Johannesburg
- Kristina Williams, Dallas
- Lindsay Bec, Calgary
- Meghan Fougere, Ottawa
- Rita Nader-Guéroult, Paris
- Terresa Feng, Montréal
Projects:
- Gabrielle Jacques, New York
- Jeremy Tripp, Houston
Risk Advisory:
- Jeremy Moller, Sydney
And this is the part most people miss: Norton Rose Fulbright South Africa will be transitioning to an independent firm as of March 31, 2026. A bold move, indeed!
So, what do you think about these promotions and the future of Norton Rose Fulbright? Are you impressed by the firm's global reach and commitment to excellence? Feel free to share your thoughts and opinions in the comments below! We'd love to hear your insights and spark a discussion on the legal industry's future.
