Law360 names Norton Rose Fulbright as a 2022 Texas Regional Powerhouse

Norton Rose Fulbright has been named a Texas Powerhouse by Law360, ranking second among five firms in the state.

Law360 said Norton Rose Fulbright caught the judges attention by "successfully defending clients in high-stakes antitrust and tortious business interference litigation and guiding companies through billion-dollar deals that changed the makeup of Texas' and the world's energy market."

The highly regarded industry website noted Norton Rose Fulbright's success over the last year, detailing standout performances from across the state.

"Providing innovative solutions to our clients' most challenging issues is something for which we are very proud," said Daniel Leventhal, head of IP disputes. "We want to partner with our clients as they transform their businesses, providing new services to address emerging issues."

The firm also was lauded for "leaning into Texas," as the state has become a top destination for businesses relocating from other states and has become home to the most Fortune 500 companies in the country.

"In a time when many national firms are moving into the Texas market, our deep roots in the Lone Star State set us apart," said Scarlet McNellie, head of the firm's US corporate, M&A and securities practice. "We have a history of being a litigation leader in Texas, which is balanced by our transactional and intellectual property strengths."

Law360 highlighted an array of the firm's recent achievements, including a recent jury victory in a Harris County district court, in which Norton Rose Fulbright lawyers successfully defended Shell Trading (US) Co. against claims it tortiously interfered with two crude oil delivery contracts GEL Tex Marketing LLC had with Lazarus Energy LLC. GEL Tex had sought more than US$30M in damages from Shell for allegedly sidestepping its agreement and selling crude oil to Lazarus.

Steve Jansma, US head of litigation and disputes, said ongoing inflation uncertainties, rising interest rates and the likely economic downturn are leading to increased restructuring and insolvency needs for both large and small Texas companies.

"Such conditions will also lead to increased litigation and the need for businesses to evaluate risks and potentially pursue remedies," he said.