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Top-Rated Trial Attorney

Matthew J. Baker, Attorney provides trusted legal representation for full range of legal concerns in state and federal courts including criminal defense, divorce and family law, employment law, bad faith insurance concerns, commercial litigation and appeals.

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Premier Legal Advocacy For Individuals And Businesses Throughout Kentucky

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Preeminent General Practice Law Firm

Efficiently resolving a legal problem requires experienced counsel. When you work with Matthew J. Baker, Attorney, you will get the personal attention of an attorney who has more than three decades of experience and knowledge.

Practicing law since 1986, attorney Matthew J. Baker’s many accolades include selection for inclusion in Kentucky’s Super Lawyers list from 2013-2015 and 2017-2021. This distinction is awarded to less than 5% of general litigation attorneys in Kentucky who excel in their field of law.

Attorney Baker is a former Judge on the Kentucky Court of Appeals and a former Judge Advocate with the United States Marine Corps. For 12 years, he was a principal at Cole, Moore & Baker of Bowling Green. He has been counsel of record for over 200 appeals to the Kentucky Court of Appeals, Kentucky Supreme Court, and United States Court of Appeals for the 6th Circuit.

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Practice Areas

Criminal Defense

Family Law

Litigation And Appeals

Published Appellate Decisions

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A Commitment To Resolving Your Issue

Mr. Baker provides the personal care and individual attention to your legal needs. His commitment to your case is clear from your first meeting. From a traffic ticket to a federal court trial, his experience and level of commitment will provide you with the peace of mind and understanding of your legal issues.

The scope of his law practice includes sophisticated legal representation for trials in all state and federal courts, including taking matters to the appellate court. Attorney Baker focuses on protecting your rights and best interests when you need representation for drunk driving charges, drug or weapons violations, domestic violence and other allegations of criminal charges. He can help you whether you are filing for divorce, contending with divorce papers or fighting for custody of your children. He also has extensive knowledge for resolving employment law matters and insurance and commercial concerns inside and outside the courtroom.

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An Honor And A Privilege To Serve

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Meet Attorney Matthew J. Baker

Mr. Baker is admitted to the Kentucky Bar, United States District Court for the Eastern and Western Districts of Kentucky, United States Court of Appeals for the 6th Circuit, Court of Military Appeals, and United States Supreme Court. Providing premier civil litigation for clients throughout clients in Kentucky for more than 30 years, his record includes 27 published appellate decisions and several cases that have gained attention in the local and national news.

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