Baker Botts is an international law firm founded in 1840, with approximately 700 lawyers operating across offices in Houston, Texas, and throughout North America, Europe, Africa, Asia-Pacific, the Middle East, Latin America, and the Caribbean. The firm provides legal services spanning corporate transactions, litigation, intellectual property, regulatory matters, and energy law, with particular focus on the energy, technology, and life sciences industries.
The firm's approach to artificial intelligence and technology is shaped by its deep involvement in the technology sector and its intellectual property practice. Baker Botts advises clients on technology-related legal matters, including IP strategy, regulatory compliance, and corporate transactions involving tech companies. Its energy practice also intersects with technology as the sector increasingly adopts AI-driven solutions for exploration, production, and grid management.
Baker Botts describes its culture as one of collaborative entrepreneurship with a strong apprenticeship tradition. The firm maintains dedicated initiatives supporting historically underrepresented lawyers and contributes nearly 30,000 pro bono hours annually. Its commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion extends across career stages within the organisation.
