October 28, 2026 – Baker Botts was recognized as a leading law firm in Legal 500 Latin America 2027, reflecting the firm’s continued strength across the region. The rankings highlighted the firm’s capabilities in the International Arbitration and Projects and Infrastructure categories and included recognition for City Focus: Houston. 

Four Baker Botts lawyers also received individual distinctions for International Arbitration. Partners Alejandro Escobar and Jennifer Haworth McCandless were recognized as Leading Individuals, and Special Counsel María Carolina Durán and Senior Associate Dr. Ernesto Féliz De Jesús were again named Leading Associates. 

Commentary from clients surveyed included:  

“Baker Botts’ international arbitration team resolves complex disputes between states and investors, combining sophisticated business acumen with a masterful grasp of international protection standards." 

“Baker Botts' team's depth of knowledge and experience sets them apart from their competitors. Their responsiveness and availability to clients are exceptional." 

Baker Botts represents clients in commercial arbitrations and both investors and states in investor-state disputes across Latin America. The firm handles matters under major institutional rules, with experience in oil and gas, power and construction disputes, advising clients from pre-dispute strategy through enforcement and annulment proceedings. 

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