Two Norton Rose Fulbright LA leaders named 2026 Legal Visionaries by the Los Angeles Times

Norton Rose Fulbright Los Angeles Head of Litigation and DisputesChristopher Pelham and Los Angeles Partner-in-Charge Jayesh Patel have been recognized as 2026 Southern California Legal Visionaries by the Los Angeles Times.

This recognition honors lawyers who have distinguished themselves through exceptional work in their practice areas. Honorees are selected for their professional accomplishments during the past 24 months, contributions to their organizations or industries and leadership in their communities.

Christopher is an experienced trial lawyer and former federal prosecutor who helps clients resolve sensitive and complex issues through commercial dispute advocacy, internal investigations, compliance counselling and representations before government agencies and regulators. His practice focuses on civil disputes and white-collar crime.

A trial litigator and strategic advisor, Jayesh focuses his practice on helping clients tackle and resolve complex financial, real estate and commercial litigation on a wide range of business issues. He represents both domestic and international clients, from small to medium sized businesses, to high-net-worth individuals and family offices.

Christopher and Jayesh are recognized alongside all honorees in the May issue of LA Times Studios Business magazine.