Robert Baker

Robert Baker

Atlanta, GA recognized lawyers icon Recognized in Ones to Watch since 2026
Barnes & Thornburg LLP

294 Best Lawyers awards

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Awarded Practice Areas

Labor and Employment Law - Management Litigation - Labor and Employment

Biography

Robert Baker helps employers stay ahead of workplace challenges by blending practical compliance advice with strong advocacy in litigation and labor relations. He is known for cutting through complexity to deliver clear strategies that protect businesses and keep operations running smoothly.

Robert counsels employers across industries on the full spectrum of labor and employment issues, from discrimination and wage-and-hour claims to workplace safety and union relations. He defends clients in federal and state courts, as well as before agencies such as the EEOC and NLRB, and he is skilled at resolving disputes through negotiation, mediation, or trial.

Beyond litigation, Robert works closely with management to anticipate risks and strengthen workforce strategies. He has guided healthcare providers through high-stakes collective bargaining, advised manufacturers on OSHA compliance, and negotiated favorable outcomes in multi-claim discrimination cases. Employers rely on Robert as a trusted partner who aligns legal solutions with business goals and delivers results that stand the test of time.

Barnes & Thornburg LLP

294 Best Lawyers awards

Barnes & Thornburg LLP logo

Overview

  • Vermont Law School, J.D., graduated 2022
  • Presbyterian College, B.A., graduated 2019

  • Georgia, State Bar of Georgia, 2022

  • U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Georgia
  • U.S. District Court for the Southern District of Georgia
  • Court of Appeals of Georgia
  • Supreme Court of Georgia
  • Georgia, State Bar of Georgia, 2022
  • Vermont Law School, J.D., graduated 2022
  • Presbyterian College, B.A., graduated 2019
  • U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Georgia
  • U.S. District Court for the Southern District of Georgia
  • Court of Appeals of Georgia
  • Supreme Court of Georgia

Client Testimonials

Awards & Focus

Recognized in Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch® in America 2026 for work in:
  • Labor and Employment Law - Management
  • Litigation - Labor and Employment

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