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Established in 1995, Baker Donelson’s Jackson office has grown substantially from its original six attorneys to more than 70 attorneys who serve a diverse client base consisting of national, international and home-grown businesses. Attorneys in the firm’s Jackson office serve clients in numerous practice areas, including probate law, federal and state taxation, labor and employment law, complex commercial litigation, product liability defense, appellate law and white collar crime defense, to name a few areas.
Firm-wide, Baker Donelson gives clients access to a team of more than 650 attorneys and public policy advisors representing more than 30 practice areas to serve a wide range of legal needs. Clients receive knowledgeable guidance from experienced, multi-disciplined industry and client service teams, all seamlessly connected across 19 offices in Alabama, Florida, Georgia, Louisiana, Mississippi, Tennessee, Texas, and Washington, D.C. Ranked as the 68th largest law firm in the U.S., Baker Donelson has been recognized by FORTUNE magazine as one of the “ 100 Best Companies to Work For” for five consecutive years.
Baker Donelson commits to a deep understanding of a client’s business, to enable the firm to anticipate clients’ needs and assist in their decision making processes. Because the attorneys offer consistent, knowledgeable guidance based on their specific goals and objectives, clients view the firm as a valued business partner. Firm diversity and women’s initiatives ensure diversity in their people, perspectives and experiences. Technology helps the firm operate more effectively and efficiently by providing instant access to client-specific information and other key resources.
An important element in the culture of Baker Donelson’s Jackson office is the commitment to numerous charitable, artistic and community service organizations. That commitment to service was highlighted earlier this year when the Mississippi Volunteer Lawyers Project (MVLP) recognized Baker Donelson and attorney Alan Moore during its 2014 Pro Bono Awards Dinner. The MVLP recognized Baker Donelson as a recipient of its 2014 Curtis E. Coker Access to Justice Awards, which is presented annually to an individual, law firm or other organization that has provided or helped to provide outstanding pro bono legal services during the previous year. Mr. Moore, shareholder in Baker Donelson’s Jackson office, was a recipient of the MVLP’s Pro Bono Award, which recognizes individual lawyers, law firms, law students, law schools and other institutions in the legal profession throughout Mississippi that have been involved in significant pro bono efforts. Mr. Moore was recognized for his pro bono representation of the Medgar & Myrlie Evers Institute, the mission of which is to cultivate self-determination, equity and justice worldwide.
The firm also encourages and supports lawyers and staff in public service, not just pro bono work but also in other ways such as Habitat for Humanity, Stewpot, local churches and other service-oriented activities that impact the local community.
Baker Donelson’s spirit of community involvement extends to its commitment and support of the Capital Area Bar Association. David Maron, former president of CABA and a shareholder in Baker Donelson’s Jackson office, agrees: “Baker Donelson has been very supportive of CABA and other state, local and national bar associations, both financially with the annual evening honoring the judiciary, fundraising for MVLP, and by encouraging lawyers to participate and engage and actively serve the bar.”
For example, Jennifer Hall, shareholder, has served on CABA’s Board of Directors and chaired or served on multiple committees. Regarding her service to CABA, Jennifer states: “CABA has provided me with an invaluable opportunity to network with my colleagues while giving back to our profession and our community — a win-win situation.”