Atty. Robert Bruce Baker

Atty. Robert Bruce Baker

Robert Bruce Baker is a lawyer practicing general practice, directors and officers errors and omissions, accountants liability and 5 other areas of law. Robert received a B.A. degree from DePauw University in 1981, and has been licensed for 42 years.

Chicago Chicago 42 Years Experience 42 year
Call (312) 535-4941

Profile Summary

About Robert Bruce Baker at a glance

Robert Bruce Baker is a Member based in Chicago, Illinois, practicing at Surdyk & Baker. They have 42+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1984. Their practice focuses on insurance. Admitted to practice in Ohio (1984) and Illinois U.S. District Court, U.S. District Court, District of Colorado Western District of Michigan (1986). Educated at Indiana University School of Law (J.D., 1984) and DePauw University (B.A. Political, 1981). Serves clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Robert Bruce Baker is a lawyer practicing general practice, directors and officers errors and omissions, accountants liability and 5 other areas of law
  • Robert received a B.A. degree from DePauw University in 1981, and has been licensed for 42 years
  • Robert practices at Surdyk & Baker in Chicago, IL

Practice Areas Explained

Robert Bruce Baker's Areas of Practice

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

Insurance Law

Insurance attorneys for coverage disputes, bad faith claims, denied claims, and policy disputes.

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Illinois

Practicing law in Illinois. Legal matters in Illinois are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Chicago are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Illinois state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Illinois brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this venue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Illinois courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Robert Bruce Baker

Where is Robert Bruce Baker's law office located?
Robert Bruce Baker's law practice is located in Chicago, Illinois. The firm is Surdyk & Baker. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Robert Bruce Baker handle?
Robert Bruce Baker focuses on insurance. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has Robert Bruce Baker practiced law?
Robert Bruce Baker has 42+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1984.
Where did Robert Bruce Baker go to law school?
Robert Bruce Baker earned their education at (J.D., 1984); (B.A. Political, 1981).
How can I contact Robert Bruce Baker for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Indiana University School of Law
- 1984
B.A. Political
DePauw University
- 1981

Bar Admissions

Ohio
Admitted: 1984
Illinois U.S. District Court, U.S. District Court, District of Colorado Western District of Michigan
Admitted: 1986

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