Evan D. Baker
About Evan
Biography
Evan D. Baker., a resident of Park Ridge, New Jersey, is a Partner at Davis, Saperstein & Salomon, P.C., and concentrates his practice in the area of civil trial litigation. Evan graduated with Honors from Rutgers College where he was a Henry Rutgers Honors Scholar and a member of Phi Beta Kappa. He subsequently attended Seton Hall University School of Law of Law where he earned a Juris Doctorate in 1995. While at Seton Hall University Law School, Evan was the Judicial Intern to Alvin Weiss, P.J.S.C. Evan is certified by the Supreme Court of New Jersey as a Civil Trial Attorney and has been re-certified twice. Evan is admitted to practice before the state courts of New Jersey (1995), New York (nois (2007), as well as the New Jersey Federal District Court. Evan’s entire career has been devoted to representing the seriously injured and has tried over sixty cases to verdict.
At Davis, Saperstein and Salomon, P.C., Evan manages a civil litigation practice group and 100% of his practice is personal injury litigation; including motor vehicle accidents, trucking and bus accidents, dog bites, product liability claims, professional malpractice lawsuits as well as premises accidents of all natures. He is an active member of the New Jersey Association for Justice. Evan has been voted to the Top Attorneys in New Jersey 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019 , 2020., 2021 and 2022 He was selected to be included in New Jersey Super Lawyers in 2009, 2010, 2012, 2013, 2014 and 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021 and 2022. He is also a member of the National Trial Lawyers Top 100 Lawyers. Evan has been a featured speaker for the American Bar Assocation and the NJ Assocation for Justice and has lectured on topics as diverse as depositions, dog bites and social media in civil litigation.
Practice Areas
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Practice Area
30 years
Fees and Rates
Cost
25%-33%
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Licensed in Illinois for 18 years
State: Illinois
Acquired: 2007
No misconduct found
Licensed in New York for 28 years
State: New York
Acquired: 1997
No misconduct found
Licensed in New Jersey for 29 years
State: New Jersey
Acquired: 1995
No misconduct found
Location
Davis, Saperstein & Salomon, PC
375 Cedar Lane, Teaneck, NJ, 07666
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Evan D. Baker's Reviews
Showing 1 - 5 of 33 client reviews from Avvo
Posted by Paul | January 14, 2025 | Hired Attorney
Amazing lawyer, and amazing human being.
I was in a life changing accident. I talked to two firms before meeting Evan. Evan is a consummate professional attorney and he is extremely intelligent, he is also uniquely kind and caring and went out of his way multiple times to get me the best outcomes. From doctor recommendations to making the l...
Posted by Jaron | March 28, 2024 | Hired Attorney
Best Lawyer In New Jersey!!!
Had a life changing injury, that resulted into having to have surgery to repair a broken left ankle. I was given Evan’s contact info thru my workmen’s comp lawyer, from that moment, I was in good hands. Anything asked or needed was handled, I was never left in the dark about the case. And because of ...
Posted by Anna Goodwin | January 29, 2024 | Consulted Attorney
Mother and Wife
It would be very difficult to describe what Evan has done for me, my grandson, and my daughter who died. Suffice to say that without his help I would not have the transcript of the court case in my daughter's behalf, and therefore my grandson would be cheated out of the monies awarded to him for t...
Posted by Rosemarie | September 21, 2023 | Hired Attorney
Excellent
Absolute the best attorney. Great communication with immediate answers. He cares about his clients and will fight for you. I am thankful for him. Strongly recommend
Posted by Alan | May 8, 2023 | Hired Attorney
Great decision
Just wanted to reiterate that deciding to work with Evan Baker, as well as the rest of his team, including Genine Ribaudo, was a fantastic decision. He had my back throughout the entire time I worked with him. All my questions & concerns were always answered from the very beginning, as well as being...
Evan D. Baker's Lawyer Endorsements
"I highly recommend Mr. Baker. He is very intelligent and well respected in the legal community. I have recommended Mr. Baker to a number of people who were so grateful for the introduction. Mr. Baker is not only very experienced and a great advocate for his clients, he has compassion to help them through a difficult time."
"I whole-heartedly endorse this lawyer. Mr. Baker is truly passionate about what he does and very good at it too. His goal is to provide outstanding legal services to his clients and he is only satisfied when he meets or exceeds this expectation."
"Attorney Baker is an exceptional lawyer. He is extremely intelligent and a well respected individual in the legal community. He is a true advocate for his clients and dedicated to achieving the best result for them. I endorse this lawyer."
"I endorse and highly recommend Evan Baker. Evan is a very compassionate attorney and genuinely cares about the clients he represents. Before having the privilege of working in the same law firm with Evan, we were colleagues who often appeared in the same courts together. I can confidently add that Evan is very well respected by other attorneys and the Judges in the courthouse. Evan's clients are very fortunately to have him as their attorney."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"I wholeheartedly endorse this lawyer. Mr, Baker is a highly seasoned trial attorney and second to none in his case and legal analysis. I have had the privilege of being co-counsel with him on numerous cases during my career. His laser focus and depth of knowledge have added value, and tipped the scale in our favor, every time I have had the pleasure of working with him. Evan is a trial lawyer's trial lawyer!!!"
"I have had the pleasure of working with Evan for almost a year now and can confidently say that he is a talented, diligent and persistent attorney. He has proven to be a reliable person whose integrity, ingenuity and work ethic have allowed him to achieve impressive results for our clients. Evan is extremely passionate and knowledgeable about the law and I can honestly say that we at Davis, Saperstein & Salomon are lucky to have him aboard."
"Evan is a not just great lawyer, he is a great person. I have know Evan for many years as we do the same type of work in Northern NJ. He handles his cases with great skill and compassion for his client. I am happy to endorse Evan to handle your important legal matters."
"I have had the pleasure of knowing Evan Baker for several years and working with him on numerous matters. Mr. Baker puts the necessary work and effort into every case he manages - no matter how big or how small the case is. Mr. Baker will provide exceptional legal work and his personal touch to every case from inception to trial. I highly recommend Evan Baker."
"I endorse this lawyer. I have had the pleasure of knowing Evan for several years, prior to working together and would not hesitate to recommend his services. He is knowledgeable on the law and diligent in his work. Evan represents his clients with vigor and compassion."
"Evan has tremendous legal skills and a giant presence in the courtroom. He is capable of negotiating excellent settlements and obtaining high jury verdicts. I highly recommend Evan."
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Experience
Honors
2024
Top Lawyers, New Jersey Monthly
2024
New Jersey Super Lawyer, New Jersey Super Lawyers Magazine
2023
New Jersey Super Lawyer, New Jersey Super Lawyers Magazine
2022
New Jersey Super Lawyer, New Jersey Super Lawyers Magazine
2021
New Jersey Super Lawyer, New Jersey Super Lawyers Magazine
2020
New Jersey Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2019
New Jersey Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2018
New Jersey Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2017
New Jersey Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2016
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers Magazine
2015
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers Magazine
2014
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers Magazine
2013
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers Magazine
2012
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyer Magazine
2010
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers Magazine
2009
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers Magazine
2002
Certified Civil Trial Attorney, New Jersey Supreme Court
Work Experience
2015 - Present
Partner, Davis, Saperstein & Salomon, PC
1998 - 2015
Partner, Law Offices of Rosemarie Arnold
1995 - 1998
Associate, Netchert, Dineen & Hillmann
Associations
1995 - Present
American Association for JusticeMember
Sample of Legal Cases
$910,000
Jury Verdict $760,000
The jury found the defendant 90% negligent, the plaintiff 10% comparatively negligent and the gross awards of $300,000 to the plaintiff and $10,000 to her husband
The jury found that the defendant was negligent and apportioned Burke's liability at 70% and the plaintiff's at 30%. The jury further found that the plaintiff sustained a permanent injury and awarded him $120,000
Education
1995
JD
1992
BA - Bachelor of Arts with Honors
Speaking Engagements
2002
Mock Trial Presentation
Publications
2015
2014
2013
2012
Languages
English
Spanish
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Answers
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12 Jan 2023
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04 Oct 2022