Atty. James A. Baker IV

Atty. James A. Baker IV

Mr. James A.

Washington Washington 44 yrs experience 44 year
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Profile Summary

About James A. Baker IV at a glance

James A. Baker IV is a Partner based in Washington, District of Columbia, practicing at Baker Botts L L P. They have 44+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1982. Their practice focuses on business, m&a, securities, environmental, and government. Admitted to practice in Texas (1982) and District of Columbia U.S. Tax Court U.S. District Court, District of Colorado (1988). Educated at The University of Texas School of Law (J.D., 1981) and Cornell University (B.S. Economics, 1977). Recognitions include Peer Reviewed. Active member of State Bar of Texas The District of Columbia Bar American Bar Association. Serands clients in Washington, DC and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Mr. James A. Baker IV is a lawyer practicing business, government/administrative, environmental and natural resources and 16 other areas of law
  • James received a B.S. degree from Cornell University in 1977, and has been licensed for 44 years
  • James practices at Baker Botts L.L.P. in Washington, DC

Practice Areas Explained

James A. Baker IV's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases James A. Baker IV handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

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Mergers & Acquisitions

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Securities Law

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Environmental Law

Environmental attorneys for regulatory compliance, contamination, land use, and natural resource law.

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Government & Administrative Law

Attorneys for administrative law, agency hearings, government contracts, licensing, and public benefits.

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in District of Columbia

Practicing law in District of Columbia. Legal matters in District of Columbia are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Washington are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate District of Columbia state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in District of Columbia 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 District of Columbia courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about James A. Baker IV

Where is James A. Baker IV's law office located?
James A. Baker IV's law practice is located in Washington, District of Columbia. The firm is Baker Botts L L P. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James A. Baker IV handle?
James A. Baker IV focuses on business, m&a, securities, environmental, government. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in District of Columbia.
How long has James A. Baker IV practiced law?
James A. Baker IV has 44+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1982.
Where did James A. Baker IV go to law school?
James A. Baker IV earned their education at (J.D., 1981); (B.S. Economics, 1977).
How can I contact James A. Baker IV for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has James A. Baker IV received?
James A. Baker IV's notable recognition includes: Peer Reviewed.

Education

J.D.
The University of Texas School of Law
- 1981
B.S. Economics
Cornell University
- 1977

Awards

Peer Reviewed

Bar Admissions

Texas
Admitted: 1982
District of Columbia U.S. Tax Court U.S. District Court, District of Colorado
Admitted: 1988

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