The reappointment was confirmed after Norton Rose brought forward the election process by six months in a move the firm said was designed to ensure stability during the economic downturn.
Martyr, a dispute resolution specialist who stood uncontested for a third consecutive term and will continue to work alongside
Norton Rose brought in the chief executive role in July 2002 after a re-jig of its management structure designed to usher in a more corporate style of leadership.
News of Martyr’s reappointment comes after Norton Rose earlier this month unveiled a 27% surge in fee income to reach £297m.
At the time, Martyr told Legal Week: “The turnover is a record for the firm as we’ve worked a number of years on international growth and we’ve seen the fruit of our labours.”
The firm this year promoted 16 associates to its partnership and also fast-tracked 25 associates to more senior positions.
In recent times Martyr has also presided over the firm’s move to new office premises at More London, as well as converting to a limited liability partnership.
