Baker Botts L.L.P.

The practice at Baker Botts L.L.P. focuses on derivatives transactions and regulatory compliance, with particular strength in the energy and commodities markets. The team is particularly adept at handling corporate finance-related derivatives, and is jointly led by New York's Evan Koster and Washington DC's Michael Loesch. Koster joined the team from Hogan Lovells US LLP in February 2025, bringing expertise in a broad spectrum of matters covering securities-based swaps, energy derivatives, and repo transactions, often involving cross-border elements, while Loesch primarily advises on regulatory matters. In Dallas, David Emmons is particularly experienced in cross-border transactions, with a focus on credit default swaps, alongside Jonathan Goldstein who is also active in these. In Washington DC, Elaine Walsh predominantly advises renewable energy, oil and gas, and utility companies, in relation to energy asset acquisitions and regulatory issues. Other noteworthy individuals include the New York-based Ignacio Beheran.