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Corporate Services
Our firm strives to provide exceptional service in a variety of corporate legal
necessities. We work with our clients in all aspects of their businesses,
including business formation, business structuring, finance and securities,
acquisitions and mergers, contract drafting and review, commercial lease
drafting and review, litigation and other needs our clients may require. Areas
of emphasis include:
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Business Formation including Corporations, S-Corps, General and Limited
Partnerships, Limited Liability Companies
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Business Litigation
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Contract Drafting and Review
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Partnership / Operating Agreements
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Buy-Sell Agreements
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Commercial Lease Drafting and Review
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Counseling and Governance
Estate Planning Services
Our firm focuses on advanced estate planning issues. The trust and estate
practice is composed of will drafting, complex plans for large estates, and
special comprehensive estate planning for young professionals and executives.
We view our association with estate planning clients as a lifetime
relationship. Areas of emphasis include:
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Wills
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A variety of Trusts tailored to each individual client's needs
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Living Wills and Health Care Power of Attorneys
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Estate Administration
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Charitable Planning
Criminal Defense
If you have been arrested, we can help. Regardless of your situation, our firm
will provide effective and experienced representation. We have handled numerous
cases involving criminal and motor vehicle violations throughout the local Ohio
courts.
Our firm's criminal defense practice represents persons accused of any
misdemeanor violation or felony crime in Ohio including DUI, drug charges,
domestic violence, assault, and other serious alleged crimes.
In addition, if you have previously been convicted of a misdemeanor in Ohio and
are classified as a first offender pursuant to the Ohio Revised Code, our firm
can assist you in having the offense expunged from your record.
If you need skilled criminal defense representation, call The Baker Law Group
to schedule a free consultation to discuss your case. Our firm is committed to
provide you with quality and superior legal representation when charged with
the following crimes:
Felony Offenses
A felony is a serious crime punishable by a more substantial prison term than a
misdemeanor. This can include a prison term ranging from one year to life
imprisonment or death. Examples include:
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Murder
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Robbery
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Arson
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Burglary
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Drug Offenses
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White Collar Offenses
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Embezzlement / Wire, Bank Fraud
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Arson
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Sex-Related Offenses
Misdemeanor Offenses / Serious Motor Vehicle Offenses
A misdemeanor is a crime that is considered less serious than a felony, but is
still punishable by confinement in jail.
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DUI Law including Drug/Drunk Driving
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Driving a Suspended or Revoked License
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Shoplifiting/ Petty Theft
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Domestic Violence
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Driving Related Offenses
Juvenile Law
Each child is unique, as is each juvenile case. At The Baker Law Group, we
guarantee your child's case will receive the personal attention it deserves.
The Baker Law Group works with all types of juvenile court proceedings, from
delinquency matters and serious youthful offenders to non-criminal matters
including child custody, child support, abuse, neglect, and dependency issues.
We work with various types of juvenile offenses and juvenile court proceedings,
including but not limited to:
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Non-criminal matters such as abuse, neglect and dependency proceedings, child
custody and child support issues, child endangerment
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Curfew violations
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Drug possession
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Weapons possession
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Assault
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Traffic offenses
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Vandalism, criminal destruction of property
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Burglary/Robbery
Domestic Relations
There are many unexpected changes that can occur in a family's life. You want
to ensure that you have a compassionate, knowledgeable source for legal advice
and representation.
At The Baker Law Group, we have the experience necessary to assist you in all
aspects of domestic relations. The firm's divorce and domestic relations
practice includes negotiation and litigation of cases concerning
divorce/dissolution, custody of minor children, support payments, property
division, post-decree modification, and contempt.
Contact The Baker Law Group if you have questions about any avenue of domestic
relations practice, including the following:
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Divorce, Dissolution, Annulment, and Legal Separation
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Child Custody
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Spousal and Child Support
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Domestic Abuse Proceedings
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Prenuptial Agreements
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Change of Name
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Paternity
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Contempt
Guardian Ad Litem
A Guardian ad Litem is an attorney appointed by the Court, in both domestic and
juvenile cases, to protect the rights and advocate the best interests of a
child involved in a Court proceeding. A Guardian ad Litem focuses on the unique
circumstances and needs of each individual child and accordingly will make
recommendations to the Court. When serving as a Guardian ad Litem, The Baker
Law Group is charged at a minimum with each of the following activities and
responsibilities:
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Investigation: The Baker Law Group carries out an objective, systematic
examination of the situation, including relevant history, environment,
relationships, and needs of the child. We also interview family, friends,
neighbors and members of the child's school.
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Facilitation: The Baker Law Group identifies resources and services for the
child and facilitates a collaborative relationship between all parties involved
in the case, helping to create a situation in which the child's needs are met.
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Advocacy: The Baker Law Group conveys the best interests of the child to the
court and relevant agencies
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Monitoring: The Baker Law Group keeps track of whether the orders of the court,
as well as the plans of other relevant agencies, are carried out. The Baker Law
Group respects each child's inherent right to grow up with dignity in a safe
environment that meets that child's best interest and welcomes the opportunity
to be an advocate for children as a Guardian ad Litem.
Civil Litigation / Personal Injury
If you or a family member has been injured in an accident as a result of
another's negligence, you may be entitled to compensation. At The Baker Law
Group, we will aggressively pursue your case and represent your interests
whether through mediation or litigation.
The Baker Law Group represents people who have suffered a serious
personal injury because of a:
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Auto Accident
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Defective Product
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Dog Bite
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General Negligence
If you need skilled representation in any civil litigation matter, call The
Baker Law Group to schedule a free consultation to discuss your case.
Contact The Baker Law Group for a free
consultation.
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