Michael D. Baker

Michael D. Baker

5.0
Rating: 7.4

Licensed for 37 years

Immigration Lawyer at Chicago, IL
Practice Areas: Immigration, Criminal Defense

111 W. Jackson Blvd., Suite 1700, Chicago, IL

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Always


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Licenses

Licensed in Illinois for 37 years

State: Illinois

Acquired: 1988

Active and Authorized to Practice Law

No misconduct found

Location

Law Office of Michael D. Baker

111 W. Jackson Blvd., Suite 1700, Chicago, IL, 60604

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Michael D. Baker's Reviews

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15 Client Reviews

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Posted by anonymous | March 26, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Immigration

Immigration Case

Michael performed top level work on my immigration case through prompt communication and high level professionalism. He performed extensive research into my case and looked at all of the details and facts when making his decisions. I was prepared for an unpleasant experience, but Michael made the wh...ole processes very painless and easy. He was able to explain complex legal concepts on a level that I was able to understand and was always there for me when I had any questions or needed explanations. I would highly recommend his services since he is very skilled and his fees were very reasonable.

Posted by Elvin | April 14, 2011 | Immigration

I was an Inmigrant with a felony but Mike Baker got me Approved!!!

I filed for a adjust of status from Illegal immigrant to permanent resident back in Summer 2006, I saw a couple of Attorney's back then and they were too expensive so I decided to filed myself with help of an Immigration Counseling Org. My case was denied on fall 2008 due to multiple reasons, one of ...them back in winter 2001 I had a felony. I was devastated because I made a new life with a decent income, married with a newborn, etc. INS gave 30 days to reconsider......I google Attorneys and called at least 7 Attorney's in the Chicagoland area. I left multiple messages on 5 diff. offices which they didn't returned my vmail. I spoke with one Attorney stated it was hard to reconsider and TAT were too short. I reached MIKE BAKER at his cel#, (yes he listed his cel#) I spoke with him explained my case briefly and made an appointment. He took my case and we worked together. During the process I received top notch legal service, I found Mike Baker as very knowledgeable. We filed what INS called a Waiver. Long story short he submitted my paperwork......9 Months later I received the approval notice from INS and therefore my Green card. Thanks Mike for your service, you worked the extra mile on my case and went above & beyond my expectations.

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Morris Anyah

Immigration lawyer | Jun 23

Relationship: Co-worker

"Mike Baker is an outstanding immigration attorney. He is one of the best in the business, not just in the Chicago area, but throughout the United States. Mike and I were colleagues at the Cook County State's Attorney's Office and I witnessed, first-hand, his intensity, preparedness, and enthusiasm as a criminal trial lawyer. He has carried over those skills to his immigration law practice and the many, many successful results he has obtained for his clients are a testament to his dedication, commitment, and overall excellence as an immigration attorney. I recommend him highly and without reservation."

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Eric Perry

Immigration lawyer | Nov 25

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Mr. Baker is experienced and knowledgeable in both immigration and criminal matters, which often times go hand in hand. He has taken cases others thought were without hope and managed to gain favorable results for his client."

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Harold Wallin

Immigration lawyer | Jul 23

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Mike is the "go to" attorney for immigration. He is a tireless worker and has great knowledge and passion regarding immigration law. I have referred many clients to him with excellent results. In addition to immigration, Mike does a great job on behalf of his traffic and criminal defense clients. I endorse this lawyer's work."

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Experience

Rating:  7.4 (Very Good)

Honors

1985

International Honor Society in History, Phi Alpha Theta

1985

Honors in Spanish language, University of Illinois, Urbana-Champaign

Education

1988

Washington University School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1985

University of Illinois, Urbana-Champaign

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Languages

Spanish

English

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