Atty. James Patrick Baker

Atty. James Patrick Baker

James Patrick Baker is a lawyer practicing compensation & employment, insurance, labor and employment and 3 other areas of law. James received a B.A. degree from Santa Clara University in 1975, and has been licensed for 46 years.

San Francisco San Francisco 46 Years Experience 46 year
Call (415) 632-3209

Profile Summary

About James Patrick Baker at a glance

James Patrick Baker is a Partner based in San Francisco, California, practicing at Baker & McKenzie LLP. They have 46+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1980. Their practice focuses on employment, business, litigation, and insurance. Admitted to practice in California (1980), Kansas (1980), and District of Columbia (1981). Educated at Georgetown University (LL.M. Santa, 1982) and Santa Clara University (B.A., 1975). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of State Bar of California The District of Columbia Bar. Serves clients in San Francisco, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • James Patrick Baker is a lawyer practicing compensation & employment, insurance, labor and employment and 3 other areas of law
  • James received a B.A. degree from Santa Clara University in 1975, and has been licensed for 46 years
  • James practices at Baker & McKenzie LLP in San Francisco, CA

Practice Areas Explained

James Patrick Baker's Areas of Practice

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

Employment Law

Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.

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Business & Corporate Law

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

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Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

James Patrick Baker is one of 409,070 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in California →

Insurance Law

Insurance attorneys for coverage disputes, bad faith claims, denied claims, and policy disputes.

James Patrick Baker is one of 109,871 insurance attorneys indexed nationally. Browse insurance attorneys in California →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in California

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 San Francisco 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.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about James Patrick Baker

Where is James Patrick Baker's law office located?
James Patrick Baker's law practice is located in San Francisco, California. The firm is Baker & McKenzie LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James Patrick Baker handle?
James Patrick Baker focuses on employment, business, litigation, insurance. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has James Patrick Baker practiced law?
James Patrick Baker has 46+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1980.
Where did James Patrick Baker go to law school?
James Patrick Baker earned their education at (LL.M. Santa, 1982); (B.A., 1975).
How can I contact James Patrick Baker for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has James Patrick Baker received?
James Patrick Baker's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

LL.M. Santa
Georgetown University
- 1982
B.A.
Santa Clara University
- 1975

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 1980
Kansas
Admitted: 1980
District of Columbia
Admitted: 1981

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