Christopher M. Norem has become a Fellow of the American College of Trial Lawyers, one of the premier legal associations in North America.

The induction ceremony at which Mr. Norem became a Fellow took place recently before an audience of approximately 925 during the recent Annual Meeting of the College in New York City.

Founded in 1950, the College is the American College of Trial Lawyers is widely recognized as the preeminent organization of trial lawyers in North America, composed of the best of the trial bar from the United States, Canada and Puerto Rico. Fellowship is extended by invitation only, following a rigorous investigation process, to experienced trial lawyers who have demonstrated the highest standards of trial advocacy, ethical conduct, professionalism, civility, and collegiality. Candidates must have at least fifteen years of trial experience before consideration for Fellowship.

The American College of Trial Lawyers strives to preserve and enhance trial practice, civility, professionalism, and the administration of justice through support of an independent judiciary, the rule of law, trial by jury, and access to justice.

Chris Norem is a partner in the firm of The Law Offices of Parente & Norem and has been practicing for nearly 30 years. The newly inducted Fellow is an alumnus of Chicago-Kent College of Law, Illinois Institute of Technology.