David A. Baker

Litigation - Trusts and Estates

3.0 (1 reviews)

Chicago, Illinois

46+ years experience

McDermott Will & Schulte

Updated: Dec 29, 2025

Contact Information

312-372-2000

https://www.mwe.com/people/baker-david-a/

444 West Lake Street, Chicago, IL 60606-0029

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Bio

David A. Baker serves as head of the Firm's Estate, Trust and Guardianship Controversy Practice Group. He advises clients in the areas of estate, trust and guardianship litigation; probate, estate, trust and guardianship administration; and charitable foundation and exempt organization administration and litigation. He also practices estate planning.Please visit our website for more on David's biography: https://www.mwe.com/en/team/b/baker-david-a David A. Baker serves as head of the Firm's Estate, Trust and Guardianship Controversy Practice Group. He advises clients in the areas of estate, trust and guardianship litigation; probate, estate, trust and guardianship administration; and charitable foundation and exempt organization administration and litigation. He also practices estate planning. Please visit our website for more on David's biography: https://www.mwe.com/en/team/b/baker-david-a

Local Legal Snapshot

Jurisdiction

Illinois

State Capital

Springfield

Highest Court

Illinois Supreme Court

Bar Association

Illinois State Bar Association

Typical Consultation

$150-$300

Typical Hourly Range

$225-$425/hr

Fee Model Notes

Estate planning often uses flat-fee packages, while probate disputes tend to be hourly.

Estimates vary by market, complexity, urgency, and attorney experience.

Practice Areas

Litigation - Trusts and Estates

Awards & Recognition

Lawyer of the Year: Litigation - Trusts and Estates, Chicago (2014)
Recognized: Litigation - Trusts and Estates
Recognized: Trusts and Estates

Recognized in Best Lawyers since 2009

Education

Loyola University Chicago, J.D., graduated 1979

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Reviews

Kimberly Rodriguez

3 months ago

Knowledgeable but slow response

Attorney David A. Baker demonstrates strong expertise in estate and trust litigation, particularly in complex guardianship cases. His deep experience in probate disputes proved invaluable when handling our family's contentious estate matter. However, while his legal acumen was evident, communication delays and prolonged response times created unnecessary delays. I would have appreciated more timely updates, especially given the sensitive nature of the case. Still, his courtroom experience and recognition as a 'Lawyer of the Year' were clearly warranted.