Atty. Jeffrey B. Baird

Atty. Jeffrey B. Baird

Jeff Baird is a highly effective litigator and negotiator who counsels business owners and executives, in-house counsel, and project managers regarding construction claims, course-of-performance strategy, contract requirements, and construction-related transactions. His clients include general contractors, owners, developers, and subcontractors.

San Diego San Diego 45 yrs experience 45 year
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Profile Summary

About Jeffrey B. Baird at a glance

Jeffrey B. Baird is a Partner based in San Diego, California, practicing at Finch, Thornton & Baird, LLP. They have 45+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1981. Their practice focuses on business and construction. Admitted to practice in Washington (1981), U.S. District Court, Southern District of California (1998), California (1998), and U.S. District Court, Central District of California (1999). Educated at University of San Diego (J.D., 1998) and University of California, at Santa Barbara (B.A., 1995). Active member of State Bar of California San Diego County Bar Association Associated General Contractors of America, San Diego chapter. Serands clients in San Diego, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

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  • Jeff Baird is a highly effective litigator and negotiator who counsels business owners and executives, in-house counsel, and project managers regarding construction claims, course-of-performance strategy, contract requirements, and construction-related transactions
  • His clients include general contractors, owners, developers, and subcontractors
  • The vast majority of Jeff’s legal experience is exclusive to construction industry matters and he is highly knowledgeable about construction company operations, industry practices, and clients’ cost concerns
  • He has professional relationships with many construction industry attorneys that represent school districts, cities, counties, other public agencies, private owners, and various industry participants
  • The result?
  • Jeff is uniquely prepared to resolve most claims quickly and efficiently — often without costly litigation
  • When litigation is necessary, Jeff’s command of the key legal and construction issues gives his clients the upper hand

Practice Areas Explained

Jeffrey B. Baird's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Jeffrey B. Baird 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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Construction Law

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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 Diego 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 andnue, 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 Jeffrey B. Baird

Where is Jeffrey B. Baird's law office located?
Jeffrey B. Baird's law practice is located in San Diego, California. The firm is Finch, Thornton & Baird, LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Jeffrey B. Baird handle?
Jeffrey B. Baird focuses on business, construction. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has Jeffrey B. Baird practiced law?
Jeffrey B. Baird has 45+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1981.
Where did Jeffrey B. Baird go to law school?
Jeffrey B. Baird earned their education at (J.D., 1998); (B.A., 1995).
How can I contact Jeffrey B. Baird for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
University of San Diego
- 1998
B.A.
University of California, at Santa Barbara
- 1995

Bar Admissions

Washington
Admitted: 1981
U.S. District Court, Southern District of California
Admitted: 1998
California
Admitted: 1998
U.S. District Court, Central District of California
Admitted: 1999
U.S. District Court, Eastern District of California
Admitted: 2001
U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit
Admitted: 2011
U.S. District Court, Northern District of California
Admitted: 2012
U.S. Court of Federal Claims
Admitted: 2015
Colorado
Admitted: 2025

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