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Phillip Lawson Baker

also known as Phil Baker

4.8
Rating: 8.8

Licensed for 30 years

Criminal defense Lawyer Practice Areas: Criminal Defense

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Criminal Defense 100%

Aggressive representation for those charged with Possession of Marijuana or Possession of a Controlled Substance.

31 years | 3,000 cases

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Licensed in Texas for 30 years

State: Texas

Acquired: 1995

Eligible to Practice in Texas

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4.8 /5.0

39 Client Reviews

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Posted by Michelle | January 30, 2015 | Lawsuits & Disputes

Amazing Attorney!!

Phil and Lisa have been fantastic to work with. Phil is an outstanding attorney with an experienced professional background to prove it. Every time I spoke with Phil, he made me feel better about my case. He made no promises on the outcome, but I knew the second I talked with him, I wanted him to r...epresent me and I knew how hard he would work on my behalf. Today was a huge day in court and Phil won the case for me!! I couldn't be more pleased or grateful to have him on my side. He is truly amazing!!

Posted by Devon | September 16, 2014 | Criminal Defense

I Very Highly Recommend Phil Baker

I very highly recommend Phil Baker to anyone needing representation. I have a law degree and work in Oil & Gas. I know many attorneys personally and professionally. However, I am especially grateful to know Phil Baker. Phil represented me in a very minor misdemeanor proceeding in Colorado Cou...nty. I expected Phil would offer the trial court a standard OK presentation. Yet, Phil advocated for me with such a degree of seriousness and proficiency that it was as if a serious felony case was at hand. I was astonished at the remarkable, strong and winning performance Phil gave. I was also just as impressed with the thoroughness and preparedness of Phil’s Executive Legal Assistant, Lisa Baker who is an indispensable part of a marvelous team. Phil and Lisa far exceeded all expectations. One does not see excellence on such a level every day. All attorneys are not created equal. However, a few really shine and do the profession justice and Phil fits that description. If I was in a bad spot and needed help, then I would hope I had Phil Baker in my corner fighting for me. - Devon

Posted by anonymous | February 12, 2014 | Criminal Defense

From Courthouses to Courtrooms

In my work, I spend a good deal of time in courthouses. I am rarely, however, required to appear in court. I was arrested for a misdemeanor far from home and needed an attorney who would be dedicated to working on my behalf so that I was able to handle my responsibilities outside of the courtroom. ... Phil did a great job of presenting my case to the DA and was able to negotiate a very favorable deal considering the situation and my past. I could not have hoped for a better outcome. Thank you for your time and hard work on this one Phil, I'd be happy to take you to lunch next time I'm in town!

Posted by Chris | October 25, 2013 | Lawsuits & Disputes

In Your Corner

Attorney Phil Baker is a rare find among the legal profession today. He communicates with his clients and he knows his business. I have been dealing with lawyers for many years and so I speak from experience when I tell you that Phil is a rare find. He represented me in a case earlier this year and i...dentified the errors the other side had made immediately. It is reassuring to have a lawyer who actually speaks with you but it is even more reassuring when that attorney knows the law inside and out. The confidence you can have with Mr. Baker is like loaning someone something and you don’t have to think about it. Even if you don’t need a lawyer now you may want to give him a call and get to know him anyway because in this day and age it isn’t a question of “if” you will need a lawyer it’s more like a question of “when” and with Phil in your corner there’s a good chance the other side will throw in the towel.

Posted by Chris | October 25, 2013 | Criminal Defense

I was stuck but not too stuck with his help.

Phil was quick to take action on my case. From finding out the details of my case to find out who exactly owned the property that I was mudding on he and his team worked had and quickly. Because he was so quick to find information he was even able to stop my case from being filed. So there is not a r...ecord of me getting in trouble other than my arrest which we will go after on a later date. Phil was able to get me free of charges after I put in some work myself, which I was more than willing to do. Overall could not have asked for a better lawyer would recommend him in a heart beat.

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John Anderson

Criminal defense lawyer | Jun 30

Relationship: Worked for lawyer

"Mr. Baker is a very dedicated and hard working attorney on any case you might have. I have had the pleasure of working with Mr. Baker on numerous occasions and he has always delivered a top notch defense on every case we worked on together. I am honored to have been mentored by Mr. Baker. I endorse this lawyer."

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Mark Bennett

Criminal defense lawyer | Aug 19

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Phil is a hell of a lawyer and a great human being. I endorse him without reservation."

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Jed Silverman

Criminal defense lawyer | Aug 19

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Phyl is a great lawyer and a great guy. I have worked with him over the last 15 years. He is a warrior in the court room"

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Robert Buford

Criminal defense lawyer | Aug 13

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have known Phil for over 20 years. He is an exceptional lawyer and his expertise is wide-ranging. He can nail a jury trial one day and an appeal the next. He will fight for you!!!"

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Ilana Tanner

Criminal defense lawyer | May 11

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I highly endorse this lawyer. Phil is an excellent litigator in the courtroom, and is a zealous advocate for his clients. I would highly recommend Phil to anyone looking for an experienced and well respected criminal attorney."

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Michael Mercer

Criminal defense lawyer | Jan 13

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse attorney Phil Baker as an extraordinary criminal defense lawyer who is truly an advocate for the people he represents. Mr. Baker cares genuinely for his clients and is known for going above and beyond the normal call of duty. I am blessed to have had the opportunity to work with Phil and to learn from one of the best in the business."

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Tad Nelson

Criminal defense lawyer | Nov 03

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have known Phil a long time and I have known Phil to be a great lawyer for just about as long. Phil knows the law, he knows the science and he knows his way around a courtroom..... I would put my case in his hands and if your case is anywhere near LaGrange or the Hill Country I can't think of anybody better to handle your case!"

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David Traylor

DUI and DWI lawyer | Oct 02

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Stephen Hesse

Criminal defense lawyer | Feb 07

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"Many years ago I was a young prosecutor and I went to trial against Phil Baker. I was prosecuting two defendants in a misdemeanor trial and Phil represented one of them. I learned from the trial that Phil is passionate about his clients and fights hard in trial. At the end of trial, Phil's client was acquitted and I won a conviction against the other defendant. I respected what he had done for his client and I saw that he really enjoyed what he was doing. That made a big impression on me as a young prosecutor. I recently ran into Phil in another courthouse. He is just as fired up about defending people from the government as ever. I endorse this lawyer. -Steve Hesse"

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Peter de Leef

Criminal defense lawyer | Jan 09

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I have known Phil for over 10 years. We have been opposing counsel on cases and I respect him as both a person and an attorney. He zealously defends his clients and does not give up until he gets the results he is looking for. Phil knows the law and gets on very well with prosecutors, judges, and attorneys."

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Feroz Merchant

Criminal defense lawyer | Jan 09

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"Met Phil when I first started practicing law. We were opposing counsel on a case that went to trial. He was extremely aggressive and I learned a great deal from that experience. Is truly an advocate - fights for his clients."

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Allen Tanner

Criminal defense lawyer | Nov 26

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I have watched Phil Baker in court since he started practicing law and he has always displayed tremendous fight and dedication to his clients. He is a true bulldog in the courtroom. He is fair and friendly to the prosecutors, however, when they try to mistreat him or his clients they are in for a huge fight. Phil is an extremely intelligent, competent lawyer whom I would recommend to anyone charged with a crime."

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Van Williamson

Criminal defense lawyer | Oct 24

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I have know Phil for 10 years. In that time, Phil and I have worked on several criminal defense matters. Phil Baker is, far and away, the most diligent criminal defense attorney I have had the pleasure of working with. Phil advocates vigorously for his clients and maintains excellent lines of communication with all parties. Phil is well respected in the legal community and is often relied upon by less seasoned attorneys to offer sound advice regarding obscure legal issues. The words I use to describe Phil are: honest, thoughtful, compassionate and fair. He knows which questions to ask, how to assess complex situations and communicate solutions. Phil has all the qualities for making just and difficult decisions in a court of law. I am very proud to have tried cases with Phil in the past and it is without question that I give Phil my highest endorsement."

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Christopher Downey

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Mark Bennett

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Robert Buford

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Stephen Hesse

Criminal defense lawyer

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Michael Mercer

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John Keirnan

Criminal defense lawyer

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Allen Tanner

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Jed Silverman

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Experience

Rating:  8.8 (Excellent)

Speaking Engagements

2019

Come and Take it

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Publications

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