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How to Defeat Mechanics Lien Claims in Chicago
Asian male architect works at desk with house model toy and A3 paper blueprints, construction real estate law, zoning, permits, and resolving property disputes through arbitration and litigation.
Mar 24
Defeating mechanics lien claims in Chicago, is often possible for experienced construction attorneys. The smallest error or inaccuracy in the recorded document can void the lien. Jeremy has defended property owner, developer, and lender clients from dozens and dozens of lien claims. He has identified flaws with many...
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How Does Value-Based Pricing for Legal Services Work?
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Mar 24
One of my new freedoms – as the owner of a law firm – is the ability to price my services creatively. My billing arrangements are based on what clients consider to be appropriate value-based billing fees. This can be based on time spent or...
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Jeremy Baker recognized as 2025 Illinois Super Lawyer by Thomson Reuters 7th Consecutive Year
Baker Law
Oct 21
Jeremy has been named among the top 5% of lawyers in Illinois with his inclusion in Thomson Reuters’ 2025 list of Illinois Super Lawyers. Jeremy was recognized for his work in Construction Litigation and Alternative Dispute Resolution, marking his sixth consecutive year as a Super...
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Intellectual Property Principles and Rights for Architects
Intellectual Property Principles and Rights for Architects
Oct 10
Jeremy gave a presentation to AIA Chicago entitled “Intellectual Property Principles and Rights for Architects,” which AIA Chicago described on its website as follows: Jeremy S. Baker from Baker Law Group LLC will join the Practice Management Knowledge Community (PMKC) Co-Chairs as he examines design...
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Jeremy Baker Featured on the “Building Scale” Podcast
Knowledge & Practice Areas
Mar 22
We are thrilled to announce that Jeremy Baker, founder of Baker Law Group LLC, recently appeared as a guest on the "Building Scale" podcast. In this insightful episode, Jeremy delves into the intricacies of contract negotiation, risk allocation, and the importance of interpersonal skills within...
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Flat Fee Residential Contracts
yellow safety helmet on workplace desk with construction worker team hands shaking greeting start up plan new project contract in office center at construction site, partnership and contractor concept
Feb 24
Why Is It Crazy to Start a Home Improvement Project without a Good Contract? Why Are Good Construction Contracts Essential to Completing Projects on BUDGET? Why Are Good Contraction Contracts Essential to Completing Projects on SCHEDULE? Why Are Honest Contractors Sometimes Forced to Misuse Propect...
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Is It Worth Pursuing a Construction Claim in Chicago?
Is It Worth Pursuing a Construction Claim in Chicago?
Jan 30
This article first appeared in Thompson Reuters Construction Accounting & Taxation, July/August 2009 - Vol.19, No. 4, and is reprinted with permission. The decision to proceed may not be clear-cut. This post analyzes some factors potential claimants should consider when determining whether to file a...
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Jeremy Baker Featured on The Maximum Lawyer Podcast
Jeremy Baker Featured on The Maximum Lawyer Podcast
Dec 22
In this episode, Jeremy chats with Jim and Tyson about the journey of leaving the big law firm and going solo. If you’ve been thinking about making a similar move, this episode talks about Jeremy’s experience, journey, and advice. 4:40 things to do 7:30 tools...
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Understanding The New Role of the AIA Forms Digital Practice Documents
Understanding The New Role of the AIA Forms Digital Practice Documents
Dec 13
The AIA’s 2013 Digital Practice Documents play a prominent – yet little understood – role in the AIA’s newest Contract Documents. While previously optional, Digital Practice Document use is now expressly required by the unedited standard form language of the Owner-Architect Agreement (B101-2017), Owner-Contractor Agreement...
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Business Considerations for Owners and Architects Regarding AIA B101-2017 Documents
Business Considerations for Owners and Architects Regarding AIA B101-2017 Documents
Dec 13
The AIA’s “new” B101-2017, the latest version of its flagship Owner-Architect Agreement, carries over concepts from its widely-used predecessor, B101-2007. Users of the 2007 form will find the 2017 revision familiar. But the new B101-2017 is different in important and subtle ways, and some of...
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Contact Jeremy S. Baker, a Chicago-based design and construction attorney who served at “big law” firms for nearly 18 years before launching Baker Law.

Phone Number (312) 621-7184

Baker Law, Design & Construction Counsel

Baker Law, Design & Construction Counsel N/a
Address Cook County Office 33 N. Dearborn,
Suite 1000
Chicago, IL 60602
Office meetings by appointment only.
(312) 621-7184
Address Lake County Office 790 Estate Drive,
Suite 200
Deerfield, IL 60015
Office meetings by appointment only.
(312) 621-7184