Norton Rose Fulbright Partners Inducted into Prestigious Trial Lawyers Group

Norton Rose Fulbright, a prominent law firm, has announced the induction of two of its partners, D'Lesli Davis and James Renard, into the American Board of Trial Advocates (ABOTA). ABOTA is a prestigious, invitation-only organization that recognizes trial lawyers who demonstrate excellence in courtroom performance as well as civility, integrity, and professionalism in their legal practices. This recognition reflects their expertise and commitment to high standards in trial law. D'Lesli Davis specializes in representing manufacturers and distributors in complex product liability and commercial litigation cases across state and federal courts, including multidistrict litigation (MDL) and governmental actions. Her practice spans high-stakes litigation involving economic loss and product liability, positioning her as a key player in life sciences and healthcare legal matters. James Renard's legal expertise covers a broad array of substantive areas including securities, antitrust, trade regulation, mergers and acquisitions, intellectual property, insurance, environmental law, construction, and constitutional issues. He has extensive experience in both trial and appellate courts, handling complex disputes related to contracts and business torts. ABOTA's membership is highly selective, involving a comprehensive nomination and vetting process by its membership subcommittee, executive committee, and chapter member votes. The organization has 96 chapters nationwide, focusing on promoting professionalism and excellence among trial lawyers. The inclusion of Davis and Renard brings the number of Norton Rose Fulbright lawyers serving as ABOTA Fellows to 13, highlighting the firm's strong presence and reputation in trial advocacy and complex litigation. Other notable members from the firm include M. Scott Incerto, Yvonne K. Puig, and Michael C. Steindorf. This development emphasizes the prominence of Norton Rose Fulbright in litigation related to product liability, commercial disputes, and various insurance-related legal matters, reinforcing the firm's influence across multiple jurisdictions in the U.S. legal market. It also underscores the importance of professional organizations like ABOTA in recognizing legal excellence and ethical standards in trial practice within insurance and other sectors.