DALLAS, TX, February 26, 2025 – Baker Botts L.L.P., a leading international energy, technology, and life sciences law firm is pleased to announce that firmwide corporate department chair and partner Samantha Hale Crispin has been selected to join DirectWomen’s prestigious 2025 Board Institute Class. The DirectWomen Board Institute is a premier program that identifies and trains women lawyers who are uniquely positioned to serve on corporate boards of directors.

Samantha’s inclusion in this distinguished class is a testament to her leadership, strategic acumen, and deep commitment to excellence in corporate governance. As a partner at Baker Botts and a respected leader in the corporate legal field, Samantha brings a wealth of experience in advising top-tier clients and their boards of directors on complex legal and business matters. Her extensive career reflects the qualities of a board-ready leader, making her an ideal candidate for DirectWomen’s Board Institute.

DirectWomen’s Board Institute is a comprehensive program that prepares women lawyers for leadership roles on corporate boards by providing access to a network of senior executives, C-suite leaders, and search firm executives. Participants receive critical insights on governance, risk management, and board-level decision-making, positioning them for success in securing board seats.

Baker Botts congratulates Samantha on this exciting milestone and looks forward to seeing her continued success and impact as a leader in the legal and business communities.

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