Atty. Robert Shelton Baker

Atty. Robert Shelton Baker

Robert Shelton Baker is a lawyer practicing civil rights law, labor law, social security disability and 2 other areas of law. Robert received a A.B. degree from Oberlin College in 1968, and has been licensed for 50 years.

Beckley Beckley 50 yrs experience 50 year
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Profile Summary

About Robert Shelton Baker at a glance

Robert Shelton Baker is a family law, employment, ssd, civil rights, and consumer attorney based in Beckley, West Virginia. They have 50+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1976. Admitted to practice in California (1976) and West Virginia (1977). Educated at Golden Gate University (J.D., 1976) and Oberlin College (A.B. West, 1968). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Serands clients in Beckley, WV and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Robert Shelton Baker is a lawyer practicing civil rights law, labor law, social security disability and 2 other areas of law
  • Robert received a A.B. degree from Oberlin College in 1968, and has been licensed for 50 years
  • Robert practices in Beckley, WV

Practice Areas Explained

Robert Shelton Baker's Areas of Practice

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

Family Law

Family law attorneys handle divorce, child custody, child support, adoption, prenups, and protective orders. Find verified family lawyers near you.

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Employment Law

Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.

Robert Shelton Baker is one of 169,120 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in West Virginia →

Social Security Disability

SSDI and SSI attorneys for disability claims, denied benefits, and Social Security appeals.

Robert Shelton Baker is one of 26,532 ssd attorneys indexed nationally. Browse ssd attorneys in West Virginia →

Civil Rights

Civil rights attorneys for discrimination, police misconduct, constitutional rights, and civil liberties cases.

Robert Shelton Baker is one of 70,245 civil rights attorneys indexed nationally. Browse civil rights attorneys in West Virginia →

Consumer Protection

Consumer protection attorneys for fraud, lemon law, debt harassment, and deceptive trade practices.

Robert Shelton Baker is one of 50,607 consumer attorneys indexed nationally. Browse consumer attorneys in West Virginia →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in West Virginia

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Robert Shelton Baker

Where is Robert Shelton Baker's law office located?
Robert Shelton Baker's law practice is located in Beckley, West Virginia. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Robert Shelton Baker handle?
Robert Shelton Baker focuses on family law, employment, ssd, civil rights, consumer. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in West Virginia.
How long has Robert Shelton Baker practiced law?
Robert Shelton Baker has 50+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1976.
Where did Robert Shelton Baker go to law school?
Robert Shelton Baker earned their education at (J.D., 1976); (A.B. West, 1968).
How can I contact Robert Shelton Baker for a consultation?
You can contact Robert Shelton 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 Robert Shelton Baker received?
Robert Shelton Baker's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
Golden Gate University
- 1976
A.B. West
Oberlin College
- 1968

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 1976
West Virginia
Admitted: 1977

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