Careers

Lateral Lawyers

Lateral Lawyers

Lateral Lawyers
Welcoming experienced lawyers to our firm is part of our comprehensive talent strategy. As client needs evolve, we continue to expand the depth and breadth of our legal bench across key markets worldwide. We invest in our lateral lawyers from day one through:

  • Hands-on training with partners and consultants
  • Robust mentoring and coaching
  • In-house instruction and a structured annual evaluation process

Our Associate Attributes Model outlines four progressive levels of growth, each with clear skills and expectations that guide associates in developing as trusted advisors and delivering exceptional client service.

BBU – Our Firmwide Learning Platform
Supporting the growth of our people is one of our most important investments. BBU delivers a dynamic curriculum, from substantive legal topics to business development, with programs like Energy U and Tech Talks reinforcing our industry leadership.

Life at Baker Botts
According to Chambers Associate – The Inside View, Baker Botts offers associates:

  • High-caliber, cutting-edge legal work
  • A culture of collaboration, mentorship, and transparency
  • Early responsibility and the freedom to shape their career paths
  • A strong support network, with structured and organic mentorship

Recognitions & News

107 Chambers ranked practices firmwide in 2025-2026. 66 Legal 500 ranked practices firmwide in 2025-2026. 140 Best Lawyers ranked practices firmwide in 2025-2026. Named Law360's 2023 & 2025 IP Practice Group of the Year

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