Atty. Philip B. Baker

Atty. Philip B. Baker

Classes/Seminars Instructor, Paralegal Program, Central Virginia Community College, 1991 - 1994 Professional Associations and Memberships Lynchburg City Bar Association, Member Amherst County Bar Association, Member Bedford County Bar Association, Member Virginia Bar Association, Member Virginia Trial Lawyers Association, Member Virginia Criminal Defense Association, Member American Bar Association, Member

Lynchburg Lynchburg 42 yrs experience 42 year
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Profile Summary

About Philip B. Baker at a glance

Philip B. Baker is a Member based in Lynchburg, Virginia, practicing at Sanzone & Baker, L.L.P.. They have 42+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1984. Their practice focuses on personal injury, criminal defense, workers comp, traffic, and litigation. Admitted to practice in Virginia U.S. District Court, Western District of Virginia (1984) and U.S. Supreme Court (1992). Educated at Wake Forest University School of Law (J.D., 1983) and Hampden-Sydney College (B.A., 1980). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Serands clients in Lynchburg, VA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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Classes/Seminars Instructor, Paralegal Program, Central Virginia Community College, 1991 - 1994 Professional Associations and Memberships Lynchburg City Bar Association, Member Amherst County Bar Association, Member Bedford County Bar Association, Member Virginia Bar Association, Member Virginia Trial Lawyers Association, Member Virginia Criminal Defense Association, Member American Bar Association, Member

Practice Areas Explained

Philip B. Baker's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Philip B. Baker 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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Criminal Defense

A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.

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Workers Compensation

Workers compensation lawyers help injured workers get medical care, lost wages, and disability benefits. Free consult, no fee unless you win.

Philip B. Baker is one of 55,389 workers comp attorneys indexed nationally. Browse workers comp attorneys in Virginia →

Traffic Violations

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Civil Litigation

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

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Virginia

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Philip B. Baker

Where is Philip B. Baker's law office located?
Philip B. Baker's law practice is located in Lynchburg, Virginia. The firm is Sanzone & Baker, L.L.P.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Philip B. Baker handle?
Philip B. Baker focuses on personal injury, criminal defense, workers comp, traffic, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Virginia.
How long has Philip B. Baker practiced law?
Philip B. Baker has 42+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1984.
Where did Philip B. Baker go to law school?
Philip B. Baker earned their education at (J.D., 1983); (B.A., 1980).
How can I contact Philip B. Baker for a consultation?
You can contact Philip B. Baker directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has Philip B. Baker received?
Philip B. Baker's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
Wake Forest University School of Law
- 1983
B.A.
Hampden-Sydney College
- 1980

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Virginia U.S. District Court, Western District of Virginia
Admitted: 1984
U.S. Supreme Court
Admitted: 1992

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