Two Norton Rose Fulbright partners recognized as 2026 Notable Leaders in Accounting, Consulting & Law by Crain’s Chicago Business

Norton Rose Fulbright United States Co-Head of ProjectsReal EstateChristine Fernandez Owen and Chicago Co-Head of Litigation and DisputesEdward Casmere have been honored as 2026 Notable Leaders in Accounting, Consulting & Law by Crain's Chicago Business.

This honor recognizes the top lawyers, accountants and consultants in the Chicago area whose work shapes business, civic life and the courts. Honorees are selected through a peer nomination and editorial review process.

With more than 17 years of experience in the renewable energy industry, Christine advises developers, owners, operators and service providers of wind, solar and energy storage projects. Her work encompasses matters involving real estate, title insurance, environmental diligence, negotiation of commercial contracts used in project development and construction, as well as diligence supporting acquisitions and financing.

Ed is a trial lawyer with decades of experience solving clients' most difficult and sensitive problems. He handles matters across the legal spectrum, including complex litigation, contract disputes, antitrust, commercial disputes, RICO, conspiracy, trade secrets, class action, consumer disputes, catastrophic injury and wrongful death, mass tort, toxic tort, product liability, environmental, cryptocurrency, data breach, insurance disputes and employment discrimination matters.