Atty. Horace Mitchell Baker III

Atty. Horace Mitchell Baker III

Mr. Horace Mitchell Baker III is a lawyer practicing wills & living wills, estate planning, personal injury and 3 other areas of law.

Wilmington Wilmington 50 yrs experience 50 year
Call (910) 756-3039 Book Appointment

Profile Summary

About Horace Mitchell Baker III at a glance

Horace Mitchell Baker III is a Partner based in Wilmington, North Carolina, practicing at Baker & Slaughter, P.A.. They have 50+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1976. Their practice focuses on wrongful death, personal injury, estate planning, poa, and consumer. Admitted to practice in North Carolina (1976) and Florida (2023). Educated at Wake Forest University (J.D. Biology, 1976) and Wake Forest University (B.S. Biology, 1973). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of New Hanover County Bar Association North Carolina State Bar North Carolina Bar Association North Carolina Advocates for Justice. Serands clients in Wilmington, NC and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Mr. Horace Mitchell Baker III is a lawyer practicing wills & living wills, estate planning, personal injury and 3 other areas of law
  • Horace received a B.S. degree from Wake Forest University in 1973, and has been licensed for 50 years
  • Horace practices at Baker & Slaughter, P.A. in Wilmington, NC

Practice Areas Explained

Horace Mitchell Baker III's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Horace Mitchell Baker III handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Wrongful Death

Horace Mitchell Baker III is one of 31,253 wrongful death attorneys indexed nationally. Browse wrongful death attorneys in North Carolina →

Personal Injury

Personal injury attorneys help accident victims recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. Most work on contingency — no fee unless you win.

Horace Mitchell Baker III is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in North Carolina →

Estate Planning & Probate

An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.

Horace Mitchell Baker III is one of 226,536 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning attorneys in North Carolina →

Power of Attorney

Horace Mitchell Baker III is one of 33,188 poa attorneys indexed nationally. Browse poa attorneys in North Carolina →

Consumer Protection

Consumer protection attorneys for fraud, lemon law, debt harassment, and deceptive trade practices.

Horace Mitchell Baker III is one of 50,607 consumer attorneys indexed nationally. Browse consumer attorneys in North Carolina →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in North Carolina

Practicing law in North Carolina. Legal matters in North Carolina are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Wilmington are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate North Carolina state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in North Carolina brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this andnue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in North Carolina courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Horace Mitchell Baker III

Where is Horace Mitchell Baker III's law office located?
Horace Mitchell Baker III's law practice is located in Wilmington, North Carolina. The firm is Baker & Slaughter, P.A.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Horace Mitchell Baker III handle?
Horace Mitchell Baker III focuses on wrongful death, personal injury, estate planning, poa, consumer. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in North Carolina.
How long has Horace Mitchell Baker III practiced law?
Horace Mitchell Baker III has 50+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1976.
Where did Horace Mitchell Baker III go to law school?
Horace Mitchell Baker III earned their education at (J.D. Biology, 1976); (B.S. Biology, 1973).
How can I contact Horace Mitchell Baker III for a consultation?
You can contact Horace Mitchell Baker III directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has Horace Mitchell Baker III received?
Horace Mitchell Baker III's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D. Biology
Wake Forest University
- 1976
B.S. Biology
Wake Forest University
- 1973

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

North Carolina
Admitted: 1976
Florida
Admitted: 2023

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