February 5, 2026 – Baker Botts L.L.P., a leading international energy, technology, and life sciences law firm, has again been recognized as a “go-to” firm for trademark law in the 2026 World Trademark Review 1000 (WTR 1000).

Branding, Advertising & Copyright (BAC) Group co-chair Paul Reilly achieved a Gold individual ranking in Texas, with the firm being recognized as having “a deep bench of highly qualified and trusted attorneys” in New York and Texas, reflecting its success in managing high-stakes brand portfolios and complex intellectual property litigation.

World Trademark Review, which evaluates trademark practices globally based on peer review and client feedback, described Baker Botts as a “top-notch firm that upholds the highest standards.” The publication noted the firm’s ability to navigate a “rapidly shifting legal environment” for its global clientele.

Reilly, who earned a Gold ranking in Texas, is described by WTR 1000 as “an extremely intelligent, thoughtful and practical trademark practitioner” who “operates like a legal sponge" and "recalls case law with ease.”

In New York, Baker Botts BAC co-chair Suzanne Hengl stepped up this year to Silver individual rankings in both prosecution and strategy as well as enforcement and litigation, while Julie Albert received Bronze rankings in both categories. WTR 1000 noted that “businesses can count on Suzanne Hengl for excellent service, timely communication, and on-point legal advice.” Albert is described as “a true professional” who is “always responsive with clear and concise strategic recommendations and execution.”

Baker Botts’ BAC group has been notably ranked by WTR 1000 for more than 15 years.

The team provides comprehensive trademark, copyright, advertising, and marketing counsel to Fortune 500 companies, startups, and nonprofits across industries, including energy, technology, consumer goods, food and beverage, telecommunications, and life sciences. The practice manages global trademark portfolios, some consisting of thousands of marks and handles matters ranging from prosecution and portfolio management to enforcement, litigation, and advertising clearance.

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