Ms Bi was elected to her position of EMEA chair in 2018 and re-elected earlier this year and has been “instrumental in building a culture of inclusive leadership, social responsibility, global connectivity and sustainability”, according to a statement from the firm.

Gerry Pecht, Norton Rose Fulbright’s global chief executive, said that he was looking forward to working with Ms Bi in her new role. 

“Farmida Bi has distinguished herself as a leader at our firm and an award-winning lawyer in the global business community,” he said.

“I would like to thank Shauna Clark, our outgoing global chair, for her contributions in this role, and I look forward to working with Farmida to further enhance our firm for our clients and our people.”

Commenting on her appointment, Farmida Bi said: “I am delighted to be appointed global chair, and I look forward to working with my amazing colleagues around the world to nurture a culture of inclusivity and innovation.

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“We are facing unprecedented changes, both as a firm and as a society, as we emerge from the global pandemic and respond to the climate crisis. I want us to be bold in taking advantage of the opportunities that have been created and be recognized as the world’s leading truly global law firm. I also look forward to celebrating, supporting and connecting with my colleagues across the world. They are at the heart of everything we do, and they have been extraordinary in their dedication and focus over the last two years.”