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Biographical Information

Mr. Baker is widely regarded as one of the top litigation attorneys in New Mexico.

Doug Baker was admitted to the N.M. Bar in 1981. An AV rated attorney, his civil litigation expertise includes commercial, product and professional liability, insurance coverage, and torts/personal injury. He has represented local to Fortune 500 Companies. Honors include membership in the American College of Trial Lawyers, Chambers USA, and Best Lawyers in America (15 years).

Born in Montclair, NJ, April of 1952.

Admission Dates & Jurisdictions

1978, New Mexico

Education

He received his B.A. with high distinction from the University of Virginia (1974) and his J.D. from University of Virginia (1978).

Honors & Awards

  • Top 25: 2014 New Mexico Super Lawyers
  • Top 25: 2013 New Mexico Super Lawyers
  • Top 25: 2012 New Mexico Super Lawyers
  • Top 25: 2011 New Mexico Super Lawyers
  • Top 25: 2010 New Mexico Super Lawyers
  • Top 25: 2009 New Mexico Super Lawyers
  • Top 25: 2008 New Mexico Super Lawyers
  • Top 25: 2007 New Mexico Super Lawyers

Professional Associations

  • Barrister, American Inn of Court
  • Fellow: New Mexico Bar Foundation
  • State Bar of New Mexico American Bar Association (Sections of Tort and Insurance Practice; Law Practice Management)
  • New Mexico Defense Lawyers Association
  • American College of Trial Lawyers