Public International Law
UK Guide 2025 : UK-wide
Band 4
Chambers Review
Baker Botts has a distinguished team of public international lawyers representing clients in high-profile investment treaty disputes. The firm has particular expertise in the energy and natural resources sphere, and is regularly instructed on claims arising in Latin America, Russia and Europe, as well as the Middle East and Africa. It also provides wider advice on PIL issues, including international sanctions and issues of sovereign immunity.
Work Highlights
- Baker Botts continued to represent the Republic of Iraq in a USD1 billion ICSID arbitration brought by German investor AHG Industry. AHG alleged that it had been wrongly expelled from a cement factory near Kirkuk following the conflict between the Iraqi Armed Forces and ISIS.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"Baker Botts are able to deliver truly excellent advice under very tight timelines if needed."
"Baker Botts is a firm that has excellent professionals who are always ready to tend to the clients' requirements and who are extremely diligent with the legal services they provide."
"Baker Botts in London has excellent lawyers with tremendous experience and understanding."
"Baker Botts are able to deliver truly excellent advice under very tight timelines if needed."
"Baker Botts is a firm that has excellent professionals who are always ready to tend to the clients' requirements and who are extremely diligent with the legal services they provide."
"Baker Botts in London has excellent lawyers with tremendous experience and understanding."
Notable Practitioners
Alejandro Escobar is a well-known practitioner who is recognised for his expertise in handling disputes concerning Latin American countries. He undertakes significant work in the oil and gas sector, and displays strength in handling complex issues related to sovereign immunity and sanctions.
"Alejandro is a first-rate professional. He is very analytical, with extensive experience."
"Alejandro Escobar has a great critical and strategic thinking. He understands complex issues and can explain them in easy terms."