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Robert J. Baker

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Robert J. Baker was born in 1962, in the southern heat of Virginia. After graduating high school, he chose to serve our country by joining the United States Army. As a veteran, Robert used his discipline to fight his way through Western Michigan University, earning a Bachelor of Arts in Accounting in 1994. Thomas M. Cooley Law School awarded him a Juris Doctorate in 1997.

Originally entering the business world successfully, by turning around the business operations of Frontier Technologies, Inc., Robert decided that opening his own law firm was his destiny.

Driven by a desire to succeed on his own merit, Robert forged ahead and built R.J. Baker & Associates, PLLC into a respectably leading law practice, with a positive winning streak.

Robert is a member of the following organizations:
Michigan Bar Association
Agricultural Law
Appellate Practice
Arts, Communications, Entertainment & Sports
Business Law
Consumer Law
Criminal Law
Family Law
Insurance and Indemnity Law
Litigation
Real Property Law
Workers' Compensation Law
Federal Bar Association for the Eastern and Western Districts of Michigan
Debtors’ Bar of West Michigan
Beta Alpha Psi

Robert J Baker is also admitted to practice in the United States Tax Court and in the US District Court for Western and Eastern Districts of Michigan.

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Practice areas

OtherReal estateFamilyEstate planningDivorce and separation
  1. Divorce and separation: 20%

    14 years

  2. Estate planning: 15%

    14 years

  3. Family: 15%

    14 years

  4. Real estate: 15%

    14 years

  1. Criminal defense: 12%

    14 years

  2. Probate: 10%

    14 years

  3. Appeals: 5%

    14 years

  4. Bankruptcy and debt: 5%

    14 years

  5. Personal injury: 3%

    14 years

Languages spoken

English

Contact

R.J. Baker & Associates, PLLC

225 Hubbard Street
Allegan, MI, 49010

      R.J. Baker & Associates

      3 West 8th St.
      Holland, MI, 49423

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      License
      StateStatusAcquiredUpdated
      MIActive And In Good Standing199805/24/2021
      We have not found any instances of professional misconduct for this lawyer.
      Avvo Contributions
      Legal answers52
      Legal guides0
      Work Experience
      TitleCompany nameDuration
      Managing PartnerR.J. Baker & Associates, PLLC2007 - Present
      Associations
      Association namePosition nameDuration
      SADO MichiganMember2013 - Present
      Debtors Bar of West MichiganMember2011 - Present
      Federal Bar AssociationMember2010 - Present
      Van Buren County Bar AssociationMember2010 - Present
      Allegan County Bar AssociationMember2008 - Present
      Education
      School nameDegreeGraduated
      Thomas M. Cooley Law SchoolJD - Juris Doctor1997
      Western Michigan UniversityBusiness Administration1994

      Reviews

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      5 Star
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      4 Star
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      3 Star
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      Successful Journey in Allegan County

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      I was very satisfied by the outstanding service received from Robert Baker and Associates. Especially Steve Vargo, who did all the grunt work to figure everything out for me from the Prosecutor meetings; in which turned out to great advise.. The office staff was very nice and professional. It was a success story when the final bell range, The retainer of $2500 was well spent.
      This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
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      Child support

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      I didn’t think that my child support could be extended. Even though I was entitled to it. And Calhoun country completely did my first order incorrectly and did not want to help me with it. After talking with Marisa and telling her what happened. She calmed me down and let me know that they would help me. I was ever so grateful. And they got it done so quickly I couldn’t believe it!! I was overjoyed. This is the best firm!!! I recommend them, you won’t be disappointed. Words can not express how kind, professional, & efficient they are!!!
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      Great lawyer

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      Had issue with a divorce that happened several years ago. Attorney Baker was great and understanding. He was great in court and with me. Very knowledgeable.
      This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
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      BEST ATTORNEY IN ALLEGAN AS FAR AS IM CONCERNED.

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      Attorney Mr.Robert Baker is a great man, very forward person he goes above and beyond to do his job and he does it very well.He works really well with his clients keeping them posted every steps of the way as you are going through all the motions of your Divorce.Many people think they know everything they are facing when it comes to walking into the court room and you got it all worked out between you and your partner and you trust it's going to be fine.Well I'm telling you hiring Mr.Baker was the best thing I every could have done he pointed out so many things to me that I didnt realizes I was intilted to. Mr.Baker is a very motivated Gentleman your never left in the dark with what is going on with your case. His office staff are great people they have been a great support team to me in so many ways.You need not to go out of Allegan to find a great Attorney give Mr.Bakers a call and he will take great care of you.
      This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
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      Review and legal advise on written documents

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      Exceptional service, responses to legal questions were clear and precise and communicated though multiple media channels, which expedited the legal paperwork. The availability of multiple office locations provided quicker access to my attorney. The professional manner and curtsy in which you are treated, by Attorney Baker and his office staff ,during a highly stressful time was outstanding. Thank you , for helping move forward with my life
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      Attorney Services

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      Overall I was satisfied with the service I received from Robert Baker and Associates. Steve Vargo did most of the legal work and I believe he did a good job figuring things out, and gave me good advise.. The office staff was very helpful. The only confusion was the final bill. I paid the lump sum of $2500 when I first hired their office. I understand how that got spent. I paid another bill of $137, I was told I may owe more, for February Services; but I have never seen another bill. I am hoping I am paid in full, but I'm not sure. That is my only concern.
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      Attorney endorsements

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      John Moritz, Divorce and separation Attorney on Feb 26, 2019
      Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

      I endorse this lawyer. Attorney RJ Baker and I were recently involved in a high conflict family law case. During the case we had numerous meetings in Court with the assigned Judge and many telephone conversations. I found Attorney Baker to be a very worthy adversary and good lawyer.

      Sean Cleary, Chapter 13 bankruptcy Attorney on Dec 20, 2014
      Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

      I wholeheartedly endorse this lawyer. A brilliant, trustworthy and highly respected attorney in the legal community.

      John O'Brien, Criminal defense Attorney on Jul 19, 2014
      Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

      An extremely talented and well respected attorney in the legal community, I wholeheartedly recommend him to anyone looking for a lawyer who knows the law and truly cares about protecting the rights of his clients and getting them the most favorable result possible.

      Cost

      RATES
      • Hourly Rates$195-$295/hour
      • Free Consultation Some lawyers offer a free consultation to help determine whether their services are right for your legal needs
        30 minutes
      OTHER BILLING TYPES
      • Contingency A contingency fee is the percent of the final award a lawyer will receive as compensation. For some of these cases, lawyers will only be paid if there is a successful outcome.
        20%-33%
      • Retainer Some attorneys require an upfront payment to secure their services before they begin their work.
        Sometimes
      • Pro-bono Many lawyers provide free legal help to low-income clients. The percent listed indicates how much of a lawyer's practice is pro bono work.
        5%
      PAYMENT METHODS

      Cash, Check, Credit Card