Practice Areas & Industries: Baker, Donelson, Bearman, Caldwell & Berkowitz, PC

Although Baker Donelson's trial attorneys are licensed to practice in at least 20 states and have tried cases in many more, their practices are concentrated in the southern United States, where the majority of Baker Donelson's offices are located. In Tennessee, Baker Donelson is the litigation firm of choice for complex cases. In Mississippi - a state with a growing reputation as a high verdict venue - Baker Donelson has one of the most successful defense practices in the state.

Baker Donelson is proud to have among its ranks some of the most notable and outstanding trial lawyers in the southern United States - seasoned attorneys with substantial experience in complex jury trial cases. They include attorneys listed in Best Lawyers in America and Chambers USA. Many are licensed to practice before the U.S. Supreme Court and before multiple state and federal courts of appeals, and many have had experience as judicial clerks with state and federal trial courts or courts of appeal. In addition, many of Baker Donelson's trial attorneys are members of organizations dedicated to maintaining the highest standards of litigation practice, such as the American College of Trial Lawyers, the Defense Research Institute, the American Board of Trial Advocates and the International Association of Defense Counsel.

Client Oriented

Our trial attorneys are trained to listen first. We understand clients have different business and legal objectives, which range from righting a wrong to limiting financial exposure. We know that handling difficult litigation matters requires not only a thorough knowledge of relevant areas of law, but also a complete understanding of our clients' objectives. Because our attorneys have extensive experience in many types of cases, we are able to provide creative solutions and sound advice in response to sophisticated and complex litigation problems. We work with our clients to assess the issues and risks and devise a litigation plan that will meet the client's objectives. Where appropriate, we create client service teams by marshalling the best talent, knowledge and experience from across the Firm. We believe such collaboration is imperative to the success of a complex case and to achieve the best results in a timely manner at minimum expense.