Norton Rose Fulbright appoints Kevin O’Gorman as US Head of International Arbitration

Global law firm Norton Rose Fulbright today announced the appointment of Houston partner Kevin O'Gorman as its US Head of International Arbitration. Mark Baker, who has been the US Arbitration Leader for over 25 years, will continue to serve as the firm's Global Co-Head of International Arbitration.

O'Gorman is recognized in the US and globally for his experience in commercial and investor-state arbitration. He has particular experience with commercial, corporate, energy, sovereign, treaty and project disputes.

Jeff Cody, Norton Rose Fulbright's US Managing Partner, said:

"Kevin is an outstanding disputes lawyer who has achieved impressive results for clients in high-profile cases. He has long been a respected leader within the firm, and I look forward to the positive impact he will make in guiding our international arbitration practice in the US."

O'Gorman, who also serves as the firm's Houston office Administrative Partner, said:

"Our international arbitration team handles some of the world's most complex and high-value proceedings, guiding clients from the onset of a dispute through to the enforcement of an award. I'm honored to lead this highly regarded group of lawyers in providing first-class client service and delivering optimal outcomes."

O'Gorman has handled cases under the major arbitral rules, including AAA, CPR, ICC, ICDR, ICSID, JAMS, LCIA and SIAC, as well as ad hoc disputes under the UNCITRAL arbitration rules. In addition to his client work, he has served as an arbitrator in domestic and international cases for over a decade. He is admitted to practice law in Texas, New York, England and Wales.