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James Christian Baker
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Biography
JAMES C. BAKER, a Northern Michigan native, is a seasoned trial attorney, having successfully represented clients in a variety of forums, excelling in a myriad of specialties. He brings to the litigation arena a proven record with substantial verdicts, settlements, and arbitration decisions; as well as a winning record in the appellate courts.
While in law school, Mr. Baker clerked for former Michigan Supreme Court Justice Michael F. Cavanagh and the Michigan Attorney General, he was received the Leadership Achievement Award, was chosen by his peers as the Valedictory speaker at his class' commencement, he was a three-term Editor of Law Review, and competed nationally in Trial Advocacy and Moot Court competitions.
Prior to his legal career he worked with families at risk, having focused on helping youth involved with gangs. Mr. Baker has been published internationally. He received an Honorable Discharge from the United States Marine Corps, having served as Presidential Honor Guard and Infantry Fire Team Leader.
Mr. Baker is the father of boy/girl twins and a younger daughter. He, his wife Julie, and his family proudly call Bloomfield Hills their home.
Practice Areas
4
Practice Areas
Employment and Labor
75%
12 years | 15 cases
Contracts and Agreements
10%
25 years | 10 cases
Insurance
10%
22 years | 15 cases
General Practice
5%
25 years | 5 cases
Fees and Rates
Cost
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
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Chat withLicenses
Licensed in Michigan for 24 years
State: Michigan
Acquired: 2001
No misconduct found
Location
Sterling Attorneys At Law PC
33 Bloomfield Hills Pkwy Ste 250, Bloomfield Hills, MI, 48304-2913
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Mr. Baker has been my attorney for 3 plus years, and we have worked together on various cases/matters involving legal advice and counsel involving multiple facets of the law. Mr. Baker's genuine concern for his client(s) and his great love of the law shine through in all of his work. Mr. Baker is a...
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"I endorse this lawyer. Having worked with Jim for about 2 years, I found that he represented the firm's clients with determination, effectiveness, honesty, and integrity. Also, he related with other people, including judges, their clerks, opposing counsel, legal assistants, team members, and clients real well. Further, he made good decisions and exercised good judgment, even in difficult situations. Lastly, Jim is a real good trial lawyer and negotiator. He can try a case well and negotiate well. If asked to recommend a personal injury attorney, I would recommend Jim."
"I worked with Jim on several matters while we were employed at a previous firm. I found Jim to be diligent, proficient, competent and exceptionally caring about his work product, his work ethic and the value he provided to his clients. I would not hesitate to recommend Jim as counsel in a complex matter."
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Experience
Honors
2000
Leadership Achievement Award, Thomas M. Cooley Law School
2000
Eugene Krasicky Award, Thomas M. Cooley Law School
1998
Corpus Juris Secundum Award in Civil Procedure, Thomas M. Cooley Law School
1990
Honorable Discharge, United States Marine Corps
1990
Good Conduct Medal, United States Marine Corps
Work Experience
2015 - Present
Attorney, Sterling Attorneys at Law, PC
2013 - 2015
Managing Attorney, Varjabedian Attorneys, PC
2003 - 2013
Associate, Smith & Johnson Attorneys, PC
Associations
2015 - Present
National Employment Lawyers AssociationMember
2015 - Present
Catholic Lawyers SocietyMember
2011 - Present
Marine Corps LeagueMember
2005 - Present
Michigan Association for JusticeMember
Sample of Legal Cases
Schleicher v Preferred Services, Inc.; US Circuit Court of Appeals/6th Circuit Case No. 15-1716
Appeal pending.
Robertson v City of Pontiac; MI CoA No. 310552
Defeated summary disposition; affirmed by court of appeals; defeated application for leave to appeal; case resolves favorably for client.
In re Lund Estate; MI CoA No. 264044
Bank's case dismissed at probate court; affirmed by Michigan Court of Appeals.
Education
2001
The Thomas M. Cooley Law School
JD - Juris Doctor
1995
Michigan State University
BA - Bachelor of Arts
N/A
University of New South Wales
NA
Speaking Engagements
2012
MCODSA Annual Meeting
Serving Process
2005
MAJ Seminar in the Snow
Collecting Judgments
Publications
1994
Position Paper - Australian Youth Institute
Law and Order or Crime Prevention
1994
National Children's and Youth Law Centre
Wishes vs. Welfare; Discussing Legal Representation of Children from an International Perspective
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Answers
Q&A
My end client has offered me fulltime. However I have an employment agreement with Vendor X.
05 Jan 2016
Q&A
Can we sue a crawl space company for indecency of charging 4x initial price for job incorporated into buying home ?
03 Jan 2016