Atty. Christopher John Bakes
Christopher John Bakes is a lawyer practicing business litigation & dispute resolution, construction, real estate & finance and 8 other areas of law. Christopher received a B.A. degree from University of San Francisco in 1978, and has been licensed for 45 years.
Business Litigation & Dispute Resolution & More Attorney · Serving Sacramento, CA · 45+ Years Experience
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About Christopher John Bakes at a Glance
Christopher John Bakes is a Partner based in Sacramento, California, practicing at Locke Lord Llp. They have 45+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1981. Their practice focuses on business, real estate, ip, litigation, and government. Admitted to practice in California (1981), District of Columbia (2009), and New York U.S. District Court, District of Connecticut, U.S. District Court, District of Nevada, U.S. (2010). Educated at University of San Francisco School of Law (J.D., 1981) and University of San Francisco (B.A. Economics, 1978). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Bar Association of San Francisco Santa Clara County Bar Association State Bar of California The District of Columbia Bar. Provides legal services in Italian. Serves clients in Sacramento, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Christopher John Bakes
- Christopher John Bakes is a lawyer practicing business litigation & dispute resolution, construction, real estate & finance and 8 other areas of law
- Christopher received a B.A. degree from University of San Francisco in 1978, and has been licensed for 45 years
- Christopher practices at Locke Lord LLP in Sacramento, CA and 1 other location
Practice Areas Explained
Christopher John Bakes's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Christopher John Bakes handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Sacramento.
Business & Corporate Law in Sacramento
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
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Real Estate Law in Sacramento
Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.
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Intellectual Property in Sacramento
IP attorneys protect inventions, brands, and creative work through patent prosecution, trademark registration, copyright, and trade-secret enforcement.
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Civil Litigation in Sacramento
Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.
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Government & Administrative Law in Sacramento
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Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Sacramento
Practicing law in California. Legal matters in California are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Sacramento are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate California state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in California brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this venue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in California courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
Sacramento Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Sacramento-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in Sacramento Choose Christopher John Bakes
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish Christopher John Bakes's practice in the field of business, real estate, ip, litigation, and government.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Christopher John Bakes brings 45+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Multi-State Bar Admission
Licensed in California, District of Columbia, and New York U.S. District Court, District of Connecticut, U.S. District Court, District of Nevada, U.S., Christopher John Bakes can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering business, real estate, and ip, Christopher John Bakes can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Sacramento
A Sacramento-based practice means Christopher John Bakes attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
Case Types
Common Legal Issues Christopher John Bakes Handles in Sacramento
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