Atty. James Michael Baker

Atty. James Michael Baker

James Michael Baker is a lawyer practicing environmental law. James received a B.A. degree from University of Delaware in 1975, and has been licensed for 48 years.

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About James Michael Baker at a glance

James Michael Baker is a environmental attorney based in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. They have 48+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1978. Admitted to practice in Pennsylvania (1978). Educated at Villanova University (J.D., 1978) and University of Delaware (B.A. Political, 1975). Serands clients in Philadelphia, PA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • James Michael Baker is a lawyer practicing environmental law
  • James received a B.A. degree from University of Delaware in 1975, and has been licensed for 48 years
  • James practices in Philadelphia, PA

Practice Areas Explained

James Michael Baker's Areas of Practice

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

Environmental Law

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

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Pennsylvania

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

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Where is James Michael Baker's law office located?
James Michael Baker's law practice is located in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James Michael Baker handle?
James Michael Baker focuses on environmental. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Pennsylvania.
How long has James Michael Baker practiced law?
James Michael Baker has 48+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1978.
Where did James Michael Baker go to law school?
James Michael Baker earned their education at (J.D., 1978); (B.A. Political, 1975).
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Practice Areas

Education

J.D.
Villanova University
- 1978
B.A. Political
University of Delaware
- 1975

Bar Admissions

Pennsylvania
Admitted: 1978

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