Atty. Philip Ross Baker

Atty. Philip Ross Baker

Philip Ross Baker is a lawyer practicing employment & labor, discrimination, employment (management) and 4 other areas of law. Philip received a B.A. degree from University of Tennessee at Knoxville in 1997, and has been licensed for 24 years.

Johnson City Johnson City 24 yrs experience 24 year
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About Philip Ross Baker at a glance

Philip Ross Baker is a Member based in Johnson City, Tennessee, practicing at Ensley, Baker & Shade, PLLC. They have 24+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2002. Their practice focuses on employment, business, workers comp, employment contracts, and litigation. Admitted to practice in Tennessee (2002), U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Tennessee (2004), and U.S. Supreme Court (2010). Educated at Cecil C. Humphrey's School of Law, University of Memphis (J.D., 2002) and University of Tennessee at Knoxville (B.A. University, 1997). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Kingsport, Washington County, Tennessee and American Bar Associations. Serands clients in Johnson City, TN and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Philip Ross Baker is a lawyer practicing employment & labor, discrimination, employment (management) and 4 other areas of law
  • Philip received a B.A. degree from University of Tennessee at Knoxville in 1997, and has been licensed for 24 years
  • Philip practices at Ensley, Baker & Shade, PLLC in Johnson City, TN

Practice Areas Explained

Philip Ross Baker's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Philip Ross 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.

Philip Ross Baker is one of 169,120 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in Tennessee →

Business & Corporate Law

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

Philip Ross Baker is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Tennessee →

Workers Compensation

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

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

Employment Contracts

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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 Johnson City 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 Philip Ross Baker

Where is Philip Ross Baker's law office located?
Philip Ross Baker's law practice is located in Johnson City, Tennessee. The firm is Ensley, Baker & Shade, PLLC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Philip Ross Baker handle?
Philip Ross Baker focuses on employment, business, workers comp, employment contracts, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Tennessee.
How long has Philip Ross Baker practiced law?
Philip Ross Baker has 24+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2002.
Where did Philip Ross Baker go to law school?
Philip Ross Baker earned their education at (J.D., 2002); (B.A. University, 1997).
How can I contact Philip Ross Baker for a consultation?
You can contact Philip Ross 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 Ross Baker received?
Philip Ross Baker's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Cecil C. Humphrey's School of Law, University of Memphis
- 2002
B.A. University
University of Tennessee at Knoxville
- 1997

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Tennessee
Admitted: 2002
U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Tennessee
Admitted: 2004
U.S. Supreme Court
Admitted: 2010

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