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We’re proud to share that Baker Botts Partner and Co-chair of the firm’s antitrust practice, Catriona Hatton has been named to The Legal 500 Hall of Fame. This recognition honors law firm partners who have received consistent praise from clients for their continued excellence. The Hall of Fame celebrates those at the pinnacle of the legal profession, and Catriona’s inclusion is a testament to her outstanding client service and leadership in the field of antitrust.

Baker Botts is proud to represent Pennybacker in acquisition of Baseline Energy Services. Learn more: https://okt.to/QIki1c

As a sponsor of the American Intellectual Property Association (AIPLA), Baker Botts is proud to host the 2025 Women in IP Law Global Networking Event in our New York office. This annual Global Networking Event connects intellectual property practitioners from around the world for networking, education, and creating meaningful connections. Learn more: https://okt.to/63MieN

As we approach the conclusion of Women’s History Month, we continue to reflect on the theme “Women Educating and Inspiring Generations.” We are thrilled to share a video featuring Catriona Hatton, Partner In Charge of the Brussels Office, and Elaine Walsh, Partner In Charge of the Washington Office. In this video, they discuss their experiences with taking risks, embracing challenges, and offer advice for future generations.

Delaware judges and lawmakers are taking steps at the highest levels to make the controlling-stockholder analysis clearer and more predictable. Baker Botts Partners John Lawrence and Travis Wofford as well as Senior Associate Zachary Stone share their thoughts in this article posted by Law360. Read more: https://okt.to/L7TMsz

Baker Botts is proud to participate in Lex Mundi 2025 Latin America / Caribbean Regional Conference on April 2- 4 in Bogotá, Colombia. Baker Botts Partner, Veronica Relea will be speaking on a panel on day 1 of the conference entitled, “Building a Value Proposition for Latin America/Caribbean General Counsels which will focus on creating and delivering value for General Counsels in Latin America. Discussions will cover client expectations, effective communication, and the importance of understanding the unique needs of clients with cross-border operations. Joining Veronica on the panel will be Patricio Quevedo with Pérez Bustamante & Ponce, Phyllis Gleiser with Nestlé, Miguel Ronderos Corredor with Apple, and Carlo Viacava with Estudio Olaechea. Learn more: https://okt.to/zcGIVO

Each year, the Boards of Governors of the Inter-American Development Bank (IDB) and the Inter-American Investment Corporation (IDB Invest) hold their Annual Meetings in one of the Bank's member countries. This event will be taking place March 26–30, 2025, at Centro Cultural Estación Mapocho in Santiago, Chile. Baker Botts Partner Evan Koster and Special Counsel Juan D. Moreno will be in attendance, representing the firm at this key international event. Learn more: https://okt.to/DEtdO9

Baker Botts is proud to sponsor the NREL Industry Growth Forum on March 26-28 in Denver, CO. Schedule a meeting with our Partners, Michael Torosian and Liz Flannery, along with Senior Associate Kyle Doherty, for personalized insights on how our team could support your needs. Registered attendees can connect with us on the Grip platform—just search for our company and hit “We’re Interested” or send us a meeting request! Grip Platform: https://okt.to/XfWCT2

On March 21, 2025, the Financial Crimes Enforcement Network, a bureau of the U.S. Treasury Department, issued an interim final rule to significantly narrow the reporting requirements under the Corporate Transparency Act. Eileen Boyce, Quentin Wiest, and Blake Haarstad share their insights: https://okt.to/YOQMr4

Houston Board of Directors Session Highlight: AI and the Boardroom – Managing Risk in the Age of Automation From risk management to compliance, artificial intelligence is reshaping corporate governance. This panel will explore: -Best practices for AI governance -Key compliance considerations -How directors can mitigate AI-related risks Speaker: Rich Harper– Partner, Baker Botts March 26, 2025 | The Post Oak Hotel, Houston Presented in collaboration with NACD Texas TriCities Chapter, this premier event brings together directors, legal experts, and industry leaders to explore governance challenges, risk management, and the evolving regulatory landscape. Learn more & register here: https://okt.to/bNFewx