Atty. Philip Baker-Shenk

Atty. Philip Baker-Shenk

Mr. Philip Baker-Shenk is a lawyer practicing government, native peoples law, indian law and 2 other areas of law.

Washington Washington 42 yrs experience 42 year
Call (771) 223-4661 Book Appointment

Profile Summary

About Philip Baker-Shenk at a glance

Philip Baker-Shenk is a Partner based in Washington, District of Columbia, practicing at Holland And Knight Llp. They have 42+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1984. Their practice focuses on government and entertainment. Admitted to practice in Pennsylvania (1984), District of Columbia (1985), and Maryland U.S. District Court for the District of Columbia U.S. District Court, Eastern District of P (2006). Educated at Columbus School of Law of The Catholic University of America J.D. (—) and Eastern Mennonite College B.S. (—). Active member of The District of Columbia Bar. Serands clients in Washington, DC and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Mr. Philip Baker-Shenk is a lawyer practicing government, native peoples law, indian law and 2 other areas of law
  • Philip received a B.S. degree from Eastern Mennonite College, and has been licensed for 42 years
  • Philip practices at Holland & Knight LLP in Washington, DC

Practice Areas Explained

Philip Baker-Shenk's Areas of Practice

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

Government & Administrative Law

Attorneys for administrative law, agency hearings, government contracts, licensing, and public benefits.

Philip Baker-Shenk is one of 132,225 government attorneys indexed nationally. Browse government attorneys in District of Columbia →

Entertainment & Sports Law

Entertainment lawyers for music, film, sports contracts, talent representation, and IP licensing.

Philip Baker-Shenk is one of 45,946 entertainment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse entertainment attorneys in District of Columbia →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in District of Columbia

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

Looking for additional District of Columbia attorneys? Browse all attorneys in Washington or all attorneys in District of Columbia.

Frequently Asked

Common questions about Philip Baker-Shenk

Where is Philip Baker-Shenk's law office located?
Philip Baker-Shenk's law practice is located in Washington, District of Columbia. The firm is Holland And Knight Llp. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Philip Baker-Shenk handle?
Philip Baker-Shenk focuses on government, entertainment. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in District of Columbia.
How long has Philip Baker-Shenk practiced law?
Philip Baker-Shenk has 42+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1984.
Where did Philip Baker-Shenk go to law school?
Philip Baker-Shenk earned their education at (—); (—).
How can I contact Philip Baker-Shenk for a consultation?
You can contact Philip Baker-Shenk 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.

Education

Columbus School of Law of The Catholic University of America J.D.
- In Progress
Eastern Mennonite College B.S.
- In Progress

Bar Admissions

Pennsylvania
Admitted: 1984
District of Columbia
Admitted: 1985
Maryland U.S. District Court for the District of Columbia U.S. District Court, Eastern District of P
Admitted: 2006

Reviews

These reviews belong to platform users; they do not constitute advertisement or promotion for the attorney. Opinions are published for informational purposes only.

No reviews yet.