Atty. John W. Baker, Jr

Atty. John W. Baker, Jr

John W. Baker, Jr practices at Arnett Baker Draper & Hagood, LLP Read Full Bio

Knoxville Knoxville 54 yrs experience 54 year
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Profile Summary

About John W. Baker, Jr at a glance

John W. Baker, Jr is a Partner based in Knoxville, Tennessee, practicing at Arnett Baker Draper & Hagood, LLP. They have 54+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1972. Their practice focuses on personal injury and litigation. Admitted to practice in Tennessee (1972), U.S. Court of Appeals, Sixth Circuit and U.S. District Court, Eastern and Middle Districts of Tennes (1986), and U.S. Supreme Court (1992). Educated at University of Tennessee (J.D., 1972) and University of Notre Dame (B.S., 1968). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Knoxville, Tennessee and American Bar Associations Tennessee Defense Lawyers Association National Association of Railroad Trial Counsel Trucking Industry Defense Association International Association of Defense Counsel Defense Research Institute. Serands clients in Knoxville, TN and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

John W. Baker, Jr practices at Arnett Baker Draper & Hagood, LLP Read Full Bio

Practice Areas Explained

John W. Baker, Jr's Areas of Practice

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

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.

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Civil Litigation

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Tennessee

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about John W. Baker, Jr

Where is John W. Baker, Jr's law office located?
John W. Baker, Jr's law practice is located in Knoxville, Tennessee. The firm is Arnett Baker Draper & Hagood, LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does John W. Baker, Jr handle?
John W. Baker, Jr focuses on personal injury, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Tennessee.
How long has John W. Baker, Jr practiced law?
John W. Baker, Jr has 54+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1972.
Where did John W. Baker, Jr go to law school?
John W. Baker, Jr earned their education at (J.D., 1972); (B.S., 1968).
How can I contact John W. Baker, Jr for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has John W. Baker, Jr received?
John W. Baker, Jr's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
University of Tennessee
- 1972
B.S.
University of Notre Dame
- 1968

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Tennessee
Admitted: 1972
U.S. Court of Appeals, Sixth Circuit and U.S. District Court, Eastern and Middle Districts of Tennes
Admitted: 1986
U.S. Supreme Court
Admitted: 1992

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