Norton Rose Fulbright Adds Top Appellate Team to Bolster Disputes Practice

Event summary

  • Norton Rose Fulbright hires Anne Johnson as US Head of Appellate in Dallas, bringing a team of four with over 50 years of combined appellate experience.
  • The team joins from boutique litigation firm Tillotson Johnson & Patton, enhancing Norton Rose Fulbright’s high-stakes disputes capabilities.
  • Anne Johnson, a top-ranked appellate lawyer in Texas, has a strong track record in high-stakes appeals and post-trial proceedings.
  • The firm highlights the strategic importance of appellate advocacy in an environment marked by nuclear verdicts and high-risk litigation.

The big picture

Norton Rose Fulbright’s move underscores the growing importance of appellate advocacy in modern litigation, particularly in an environment where nuclear verdicts and high-stakes disputes are on the rise. The firm’s strategic expansion reflects broader industry trends toward integrated trial and appellate resources, positioning it to better serve clients across complex, high-risk legal challenges. With over 3,000 lawyers globally, Norton Rose Fulbright is leveraging this hire to enhance its disputes practice and maintain its leadership in key industries.

What we're watching

Litigation Strategy
How Norton Rose Fulbright integrates appellate strategy early in high-exposure cases to mitigate risks and improve outcomes.
Market Positioning
Whether the addition of this top appellate team strengthens Norton Rose Fulbright’s competitive edge in the disputes practice.
Client Demand
The pace at which corporate counsel seek sophisticated appellate counsel in response to increasing litigation pressures.