HOUSTON, TX, December 05, 2025 /24-7PressRelease/ -- Gerald J. Pels, partner in environmental law with Troutman Pepper Locke, LLP, was selected by Marquis Who's Who for a prominent feature in the Central Edition of The Wall Street Journal, published on November 20, 2025.

Mr. Pels has been a respected listee with Marquis Who's Who since September 2025. His dedication and service to his industry led to his induction into the registry with prominent placement in Marquis' flagship publication, Who's Who in America. Just this month, he was recognized as a Top Professional representing the field of law, an honor that includes a feature in the corresponding book series, Who's Who in American Law. Marquis Who's Who is privileged to share Mr. Pels' recent designation as a Distinguished Leader with a group of his peers in The Wall Street Journal.

Partnered with The Wall Street Journal since 2018, Marquis hand-selects the most accomplished and upstanding listees from its roster to highlight in the Journal. Of 1.6 million listees, only a small percentage are recognized with the Distinguished Leaders honor. We laud Mr. Pels for his ambition, professional fortitude, industry contributions and career accomplishments, and congratulate him on his presence in one of America's most well-recognized publications. The Central Edition of the Journal includes an approximate circulation of 167,807. Marquis is proud to have facilitated Mr. Pels with a unique and impactful opportunity to share his latest honor.

Marquis Who's Who looks forward to continuing to represent Mr. Pels and sharing his experience and achievements with a global audience. Please click here to view Mr. Pels' page in The Wall Street Journal.

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