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Norton Rose Fulbright has decided to extend the tenure of its global chair, Walied Soliman, by one year. This decision comes despite a previous arrangement to transition the position to a South African partner in January 2025. The shift was slated as part of a rotational arrangement that began in 2011. The South African office, Norton Rose Fulbright’s sole presence on the continent, last occupied the chairperson role in 2020 and was anticipated to step back into the role next year, according to a partner engaged in the management discussions.
The firm’s move is notable as it suggests a deviation from established rotational practices and raises questions about internal decision-making processes, particularly concerning regional representation and diversity within global law firms. Those interested in the firm’s management dynamics and implications of the decision on its African operations can read more details here.
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