Joseph Orry-Leroy Baker

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Joseph Orry-Leroy Baker

4.2
Rating: 8.2

Licensed for 23 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at Des Moines, WA
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Lawsuits & Disputes, Appeals ... +2 more

22030 7th Ave S, Suite 202, Des Moines, WA

About Joseph

Biography

Your responsive, dedicated team for exceptional legal support.

Practice Areas

5

Practice Areas

Appeals 25%

25%
Criminal Defense 25%

25%
Lawsuits and Disputes 25%

25%
DUI and DWI 15%

15%
Expungement 10%

10%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Retainer

Sometimes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

Licenses

Licensed in Washington for 23 years

State: Washington

Acquired: 2002

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Law Offices of Gehrke, Baker & Doull

22030 7th Ave S, Suite 202, Des Moines, WA, 98198

gehrkelawoffices.com/attorneys/

Online Presence

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Joseph Orry-Leroy Baker's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.2 /5.0

9 Client Reviews

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Posted by anonymous | March 08, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Expungement

A Real Pro

Mr. Baker "Joe" provided timely assistance in completing my expungement and vacating the incident, for which I had entered a plea with their firm some years before. He was professional, to the point, and quick to respond and got it done in no time at all. I had a pleasant and speedy experience... and happily recommended his firm! Thank you

Posted by Nicole | October 05, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

An excelent atterney, who will get you to resolution!

My Divorce Decree called for specific performance. As the deadline approached, the ex-spouse has not acted on the agreed obligations. I came to Joseph for help. Joseph listened to me, reviewed the decree, and provided sound legal advice. Joseph eloquently conveyed to the ex, the consequences that wi...ll follow, if the agreed performance not met. Joseph helped me navigate unfamiliar territory and assisted in getting the specific performance out of the other side, timely. I later returned to Joseph for another legal advice. In the world we live today, having an excellent legal advisor on your side is extremely valuable. I would strongly recommend Joseph for any family law related issue.

Posted by P & A | January 25, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Insurance

Property Damage Claim and Successful Resolution

We were referred to Joseph through an Employee Assistance Program at work. We had personal property damage through a contractor and our home owners insurance denied the claim as not qualifying as one of the allowed damage reasons and the contractor’s insurance was difficult and unresponsive. We met w...ith Joseph and he took on our claim and represented us through both insurance companies and he was able to help us recover the financial loss that we experienced while being very fair and reasonable on his rates. We had a great, easy experience.

Posted by Ben | March 18, 2015 | Criminal Defense

Lawyer that will work hard for your rights, freedom and justice.

This is the best Lawyer that I will ever have in my lifetime and that I have ever had a family member has referred me to Joe and it has been a blessing. I have had a couple charges and both have been dismissed Joe worked very hard. He is highly respectable and very knowledgeable. I have made some mis...takes in life and Joe has given me more than just a 2nd chance at life. He is very reliable always very responsive. He has good communication skills always lets you know what can happen and has certain goals set for you to succeed. Joe fought for my freedom, rights and showed me the right path to correct my wrongs by making them right.

Posted by Justin | July 11, 2013 | Gun Law

Restoration of rights to possess a firearm

Extremely knowledgeable in firearm rights. Very up front and open with options. Always very prompt and clear with responses. Did not nickel and dime for every question asked or phone call placed.

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Joseph Orry-Leroy Baker's Lawyer Endorsements

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Mark Johnson

Child custody lawyer | Nov 10

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"Joe is a skilled and tenacious lawyer. He and I were opposing attorneys in a difficult case, and throughout the process he demonstrated not only strong advocacy for his client, but creative problem solving and collaboration to arrive at a good outcome to everyone involved. I enthusiastically endorse this lawyer."

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Daniel Gerl

Criminal defense lawyer | Jul 31

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Robert Schiffner

Criminal defense lawyer | Jul 12

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"When a family member needed a lawyer in the Seattle area I didn't hesitate to recommend Joe. He did an excellent job and obtained a result that exceeded our expectations. If you have been accused of a serious crime in the Seattle area and you need a top flight lawyer to represent you, give Joe a call."

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Joshua Doull

Family lawyer | Jun 30

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Joe is a fantastic attorney. I have referred many clients to Joe over the years, and he has always done an amazing job of taking care of their legal problems."

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Stone Grissom

Criminal defense lawyer | Jun 17

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"How is a top notch attorney who fights hard for his clients. I have mo hesitation endorsing him."

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Jeffrey Caffee

General practice lawyer | Nov 08

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Joe Baker is one of the most knowledgeable attorneys I have ever met. If there is an area of law that you have a question about, Joe Baker will know about it."

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Jennifer Zorrilla

Unknown lawyer | Aug 24

Relationship: Other

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Jennifer Azure

Criminal defense lawyer | Jul 30

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I worked with/against Joe for several years and he was always looking out for his client's best interest and advocating on their behalf. He is knowledgeable not only in the law but in working with people in general. I endorse this lawyer."

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Andrew Wyman

Litigation lawyer | Jan 24

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Joe is an exceptional DUI & Criminal Law Attorney, who is well respected amongst his peers. He is able to tackle complex legal issues and present them to the Court in an understanding and convincing manner. Joe is a zealous advocate for his clients. I have referred clients to Joe and will definately do so again."

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Jennifer Karol

Unknown lawyer | Jul 28

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer."

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John Stocks

Business lawyer | Mar 12

Relationship: Supervised lawyer

"I endorse this lawyer's work. Joe is very intelligent, funny, and a hard worker. He can find the correct answer in stressful business situations for clients while keeping a cool, calm head about him."

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James Oliver

Criminal defense lawyer | Nov 12

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer's work."

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David Gehrke

Criminal defense lawyer | Jun 09

Relationship: Supervised lawyer

"I endorse this lawyer's work."

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Robert Schiffner

Criminal defense lawyer

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Daniel Gerl

DUI and DWI lawyer

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Jonathan Rands

DUI and DWI lawyer

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Joshua Doull

Personal injury lawyer

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David Gehrke

Criminal defense lawyer

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Jennifer Karol

Commercial real estate lawyer

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Stone Grissom

Civil rights lawyer

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Charles Robbins

Criminal defense lawyer

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Stryder Wegener

Criminal defense lawyer

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Beverly Nored

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Jeffrey Caffee

Civil rights lawyer

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Jennifer Azure

Criminal defense lawyer

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Jennifer Zorrilla

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Andrew Wyman

Tax lawyer

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Mark Vovos

Criminal defense lawyer

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Michael Kelly

Criminal defense lawyer

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Robert Van Siclen

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Janel Ostrem

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Experience

Rating:  8.2 (Excellent)

Honors

2000

Excellence for the Future Award (Creditors' Rights), CALI

Work Experience

2014 - Present

Managing Member, Law Offices of Gehrke, Baker, Doull & Kelly, PLLC

2012 - 2013

Principal, Law Office Of Joseph O. Baker

2007 - 2012

Associate, Van Siclen, Stocks & Firkins

2005 - 2007

Attorney, Law Offices of Gehrke & Baker

Associations

2005 - Present

King County Bar Association

Member

2003 - Present

Tacoma Pierce County Bar Association

Member

2002 - Present

Washington State Bar Association

Member

2015 - 2016

South Highline American Little League Board of Directors

Information Officer

2007 - 2008

Washington State Bar Association Rules of Professional Conduct Committee

Member

2005 - 2007

Washington State Bar Association Civil Rights Committee

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

In re Marriage of Pribic, 2021 Wash. App. LEXIS 552

Reversed

In re Pers. Restraint of Shelton, 2017 Wash. App. LEXIS 553

Remanded for resentencing

In re Marriage of Brown, 2015 Wash. App. LEXIS 1255

Affirmed

Wells v. Chase Home Finance, LLC, 2010 WL 4858252 (W.D. Wash. 2010)

Case allowed to proceed

In re Detention of Martin, 163 Wn.2d 501 (2008)

High court rules man was wrongly committed

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Education

2001

Gonzaga University School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1998

Washington State University

BS - Bachelor of Science

1994

Highline High School

High School Diploma

Speaking Engagements

2014

Seattle Central College Business Law 201

Contract Remedies

2014

Ace the Case: Getting Started in Misdemeanor Defense Getting Down to the Brass Tacks: Ethics of Fee Agreements and Client Relations

2003

Seattle Central Community College Career Fair

Vacating Criminal Convictions

Languages

English

Activity

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