Norton Rose Fulbright Named New Denver Partner-in-Charge
The firm appointed regulation lawyer Laura Perlov to lead its Denver office as it advises regional clients.
Updated on Sept. 28, 2026 in People
Norton Rose Fulbright has appointed Laura Perlov as the new Partner-in-Charge of its Denver office. She succeeds Stacey Murphy in the role at the global law firm.
Why it matters
The appointment transitions leadership for a practice that serves Fortune 500 companies and nonprofits in Denver. It signals a shift in the local office oversight as the firm continues its regional operations.
The firm maintains a global workforce of more than 3,000 lawyers. This appointment transitions the leadership responsibilities for the local Denver office, which advises a portfolio of Fortune 500 and nonprofit clients.
The players
Laura Perlov
A regulation and investigations lawyer who now leads the firm's Denver office.
Stacey Murphy
The former Partner-in-Charge who was succeeded by Laura Perlov.
Norton Rose Fulbright
A global law firm with over 3,000 lawyers that serves Fortune 500 companies and nonprofits.
The details
Laura Perlov brings experience as a regulation and investigations lawyer to her new role as Partner-in-Charge. She is licensed to practice in both Colorado and New York and holds degrees from Tulane University and Emory University. Perlov steps into the role previously held by Stacey Murphy to lead the firm's legal strategy for local corporate and nonprofit clients.
Timeline
September 28, 2026: Norton Rose Fulbright announced the leadership appointment.
Market Landscape
The appointment marks a change in leadership following the tenure of Stacey Murphy, reflecting the firm's standard management rotation for its Denver office. This transition maintains the firm's focus on servicing regional corporate and nonprofit interests.
Local clients and partners should note the change in point of contact for legal engagements managed through the Denver office. Review your existing service agreements or pending investigations to determine if new lead coordination is required under the updated management structure.
The takeaway
Leadership transitions in professional services firms often precede shifts in firm-wide regulatory or regional focus. Operators should maintain direct communication with their assigned legal counsel during this period to ensure continuity in ongoing investigations or compliance matters.
Further reading
For more news on leadership changes in the region, visit the People section.
More information
For more information, visit the Norton Rose Fulbright official website.
