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Baker, Donelson, Bearman, Caldwell & Berkowitz, PC

3.5
15 reviews

Chase Tower North, 20th Floor, Baton Rouge, LA 70801, U.S.A.

Alternative Dispute Resolution, Admiralty Law, Maritime Law and 35 more

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Baker, Donelson, Bearman, Caldwell & Berkowitz, PC is a law firm established in 1888 with an office in Baton Rouge, LA. At this office location, there are 18 lawyers practicing alternative dispute resolution, admiralty law, maritime law and 35 other areas of law.

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3.3
Family Law
Posted by anonymous
May 05, 2020
Hired Attorney Mr. Travis Holly

He is a horrible lawyer. He doesn't defend his clients to the fullest. He allows the state to kick you around. He made deals so his brother could try to be judge. He doesn't care about you or your children. He even made a deal between me, a foster parents, and cps if i signed over my rights id get to see my kids, they broke their deal and he tries to act like it never was, but if anyone wants proof i can show you the emails of this and i can proof that my best defense for my case back then he didn't use. Don't trust him.

 
Immigration
Posted by anonymous
December 13, 2021
Hired Attorney Lydia Arroyo-Tirado

Two occasions during the collaboration with Mabel made me wonder why would I hire a lawyer in the first place. First, she once delayed the communication for months. Second, she disappeared when the case needed the legal assistance the most. I had to reach out to others for help. The whole process has led me to distrust lawyers. She did help win the case. But, not recommended.

 
Taxation
Posted by anonymous
November 10, 2023
Hired Attorney Ms. Lori Hood

She has totally neglected my case...31 months for back tax issues. Now I owe $12,000 more in penalties and interest and she just keeps putting me off. Told me to take out a mortgage to pay off. I hired her in March, 2021 and NO RESOLUTION, just b.s.

Corporate Law
Posted by anonymous
February 12, 2023
Hired Attorney Kenneth Abel

Ken is incredibly condescending and unprofessional. You are much better off seeking legal assistance elsewhere.

Litigation
Posted by anonymous
June 21, 2022
Hired Attorney Mrs. Lori Patterson

She accomplished NOTHING! Could have done better myself and saved over $20,000 in legal fees. Slow to respond. My favorite--zoom calls with other attoneys-each charging $450/hr. Promised a referral to another law firm--NEVER HAPPENED! Stay away!!

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Areas of Law

  • Alternative Dispute Resolution
  • Admiralty and Maritime Law 2
    • Admiralty Law
    • Maritime Law
  • Antitrust and Trade Regulation 1
    • Antitrust
  • Aviation Law
  • Bankruptcy 1
    • Gulf Coast Reconstruction
  • Debtor and Creditor 1
    • Creditors' Rights
  • Business Law 1
    • Business Transactions
  • Construction Law
  • Technology and Science 1
    • Technology Law
  • Eminent Domain
  • Employee Benefits 1
    • Executive Compensation
  • Environmental Law
  • Health Care 1
    • Health Law
  • Leases and Leasing 1
    • Equipment Leasing
  • Trusts and Estates 1
    • Estate Planning
  • Wills and Probate 1
    • Probate
  • Investments 1
    • Financial Services Law
  • Government 4
    • Government Investigations
    • Public Policy - Federal
    • Public Policy - State
    • State Government Law
  • Litigation
  • Immigration 1
    • Immigration Law
  • Intellectual Property
  • International Law
  • Labor and Employment 1
    • Labor And Employment
  • Finance 1
    • Public Finance
  • Real Estate
  • Banking Law 1
    • Subprime Mortgage
  • Taxation 1
    • Taxation - Federal
  • Transportation
  • Other 3
    • Ebusiness
    • Safety
    • Local

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    Free initial consultation
    Fixed hourly rates
    Fixed fees available

  • Firm History
    Year Established

    1888

  • Partnership & Affiliations
    Law Firm Affiliations

    NETWORK OF LEADING LAW FIRMS: The Network of Leading Law Firms meets the needs of lawyers
    law firms across the country
    globe. The network gives participants a reliable referral source
    allows members to consult with their practice peers in other communities. It is a non-profit organization founded by its members. As membership is limited geographically to firms which meet
    maintain the Network's strict code of ethics
    criteria
    Baker Donelson is proud to exclusively represent Atlanta
    Georgia.|MACKRELL INTERNATIONAL: A world wide association of independent law firms created to meet the increasing complex
    varied needs of clients throughout the world
    to respond to the challenges of the international legal commercial market.

  • Representative Clients

    Representative Clients: Adventist Health System; AT&T Wireless; Franciscan Missionaries of Our Lady Health System; Our Lady of the Lake Regional Medical Center; The Shaw Group.

    REPRESENTATIVE CLIENTS: Adventist Health System.

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Baker, Donelson, Bearman, Caldwell & Berkowitz, PC

3.5
15 reviews

450 Laurel Street, Chase Tower North, 20th FloorBaton Rouge, LA 70801U.S.A.

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