Rick’s practice is focused on litigation involving product liability, mass torts and premises liability. Rick has served as trial counsel for companies in the petrochemical, agricultural, construction and automotive industries.
As a trial counsel in one of the first remote jury trials since the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic, Rick has first-hand trial experience selecting a jury and conducting witness examinations via Zoom. His thought leadership in this area led to an article in Law360 and CLE presentations providing advice on overcoming the challenges inherent in remote trials.
Rick is well-versed in defending clients against claims of mesothelioma and other malignancies, as well as handling matters of catastrophic death and catastrophic injury. As part of the firm’s Asbestos Litigation team, Rick is among the recognized innovators and award winners when handling complex tort claims with a business solutions approach.
In 2013, Mr. Norris completed the prestigious Trial Advocacy Program (TAP) through the Los Angeles Bar Association. In this program he served as a Volunteer Prosecutor with the Los Angeles District Attorney's Office. During his time with the District Attorney's Office, Mr. Norris prosecuted two cases to verdict.