Matthew R. Baker

Matthew R. Baker is a nationally recognized privacy, cybersecurity, and criminal defense attorney who helps clients navigate today’s evolving digital and regulatory challenges. As Chair of a leading Privacy and Cybersecurity Practice, he provides trusted guidance in crisis management, data protection, white-collar defense, and incident response. His practice spans artificial intelligence, environmental enforcement, and corporate investigations, serving clients across technology, energy, and finance industries with clarity and precision.

Matthew earned his B.A. in Political Science from the University of Saint Thomas in 2005 and his J.D. from Southern Methodist University Dedman School of Law in 2008. His academic background in political and legal studies gave him the foundation to understand global policy trends and their legal implications. During law school, he clerked for the U.S. Attorney’s Office for the Southern District of California, gaining valuable experience in litigation and regulatory enforcement.

Before joining his current firm, Matthew represented clients in complex commercial and criminal cases involving environmental and energy matters. His extensive work in regulatory investigations, fraud defense, and compliance reform has made him a trusted advisor in high-stakes situations. He is also a Certified Information Privacy Manager (CIPM), Certified Information Privacy Professional (CIPP/US and CIPP/E), Certified eDiscovery Specialist (CEDS), and Fellow in Privacy (FIP), underscoring his deep expertise in privacy governance.

Widely regarded for his business-minded approach, Matthew R. Baker partners with clients to develop tailored strategies that align legal compliance with operational goals. Recognized by The Legal 500 U.S. and Super Lawyers, he continues to be a thought leader in privacy law, AI regulation, and cybersecurity governance—helping organizations stay secure and compliant in a rapidly changing digital world.

Law Office Affiliations

• Partner, Baker Botts L.L.P.
• Member, State Bar of California
• Member, State Bar of Texas
• Member, New York State Bar Association

Licensed State

• California
• Texas
• New York

Education

• Southern Methodist University Dedman School of Law
  Juris Doctor (JD)
• University of Saint Thomas
  Bachelor of Arts (BA)
  

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