Welcome to
The Law Office of Kimberly A. Baker
Providing 30 years of legal expertise to clients in Oklahoma and Texas
Since 1993, Kimberly A. Baker has been been helping clients resolve their legal matters so that they can get on with their lives
An Attorney in Your Corner
LAW YOU CAN UNDERSTAND
Any type of legal action can be overwhelming. Kim Baker is dedicated to providing you the help you need in the language and words that you can understand. If you don't feel you understand your options, just ask and she will work to find an explanation that works for you.
A FOCUS ON YOU
The first step in a successful representation is for an attorney and a client to work together to come up with a plan to get the results the client needs. Kim's approach to a successful practice is to make sure she only accepts cases where Kim and her clients have the same goals in mind. Then, through the understanding of the law and the facts, as well as the circumstances of the situation, you -the client-, with Kim, can craft a path to success together.
Practice Areas
-Criminal Defense
-Probate
-Estate Planning
-Guardianships
-Appeals
01.
Criminal Law
I believe that everyone deserves a strong defense regardless of the charges, and I will work diligently to protect your rights. I am well-versed in all areas of criminal law, from misdemeanors to felonies, and will strive to achieve the best possible outcome for each case. I understand that being charged with a crime can be a stressful and overwhelming experience, and my goal is to provide my clients with the support and guidance they need to navigate the criminal justice system. With my commitment to excellence and vast experience, I am well-equipped to handle any criminal defense case.
02.
Guardianships
A guardianship is a legal arrangement wherein an individual (the guardian) makes decisions on behalf of another person (the ward). My office has extensive experience in the area of guardianships. I can help you understand the legal requirements involved and guide you through the process of obtaining a guardianship or appointing a guardian. I can also provide representation and assistance in disputes regarding guardianships. I understand the importance of these matters and am committed to protecting the rights of the ward and the guardian. Let me help you navigate the complexities of guardianship law.
03.
Estate Planning
Estate planning is an important part of ensuring your wishes are carried out after you are gone. I have many years experience helping clients create comprehensive plans which take into account all aspects of their lives. I can help you create a will, set up trusts, and plan for medical and financial decisions if you become incapacitated. I understand the complex laws surrounding estate planning and strive to provide you with the best advice and options for protecting your assets and your family's future. Contact me today to learn more about how estate planning services can help you.
04.
Probate
Probate is the legal process of settling an estate after someone passes away. My office can assist you with the probate process, from filing the necessary paperwork with the court, to managing the estate assets and distributing the property amongst the beneficiaries. I can help you with all of the steps involved, from filing the will to closing the estate. I have years of experience and the knowledge to ensure the process is completed efficiently and correctly. Contact me today to see if I can help you get started with the probate process.
05.
Appeals
My years of practice have given me experience and I am skilled in handling appeals cases. I have a long track record of successfully representing clients in the appeals process, from filing the notice of appeal to arguing the case in court. I understand the complexities of the appeals process and can provide knowledgeable legal advice to ensure your chances of success are maximized. I am known for my attention to detail and commitment to providing the highest quality legal services. I can help you build a strong case and can work to ensure that your rights are protected throughout the appeals process. Contact me today to learn more about how I can help with your appeal.
About Kimberly A. Baker
I grew up in the Oklahoma panhandle,
and then attended and graduated from Oklahoma State University in 1988. I moved to Fort Worth, Texas and worked in the insurance industry before returning to Oklahoma to attend law school at Oklahoma City University, graduating with my Juris Doctorate in 1993. While at OCU, I was a member of Phi Delta Phi legal fraternity, an organization established to promote a higher standard of professional ethics and dedicated to legal excellence.
After graduation from law school, I moved to Cheyenne, Wyoming and worked as a Senior Assistant Attorney General for the Wyoming Attorney General until 2003 in the Tort Litigation Division and the Criminal Division of that office. During my years at the Attorney General's Office, I served as lead counsel for the State of Wyoming on several precedent setting death penalty cases. I wrote numerous appellate briefs and gained extensive experience defending state and federal post conviction writs and writs of habeas corpus during my tenure in Wyoming.
I took a brief break from the law and became a SCUBA instructor, and actually lived and worked in Cozumel, Mexico, teaching SCUBA and working as a divemaster for a few months in 2003. After that, I travelled all over the world and dived some of the best locations in the world and to date, I have logged over 3,000 dives.
After my years in Wyoming, and my brief tour of the world's oceans, I moved to Fort Worth, Texas and established a private law practice, focusing on estate planning, criminal defense and family law. I also served as an associate municipal judge in several small cities in the DFW metroplex.
After a few years, I relocated my practice to a smaller rural county in the DFW area and there, focused primarily on criminal trial work, complex probate and guardianship litigation, and the representation of parents and children involved with state protective service agencies. While in Texas, I had the opportunity to continue my appellate and writ practice.
I am licensed to practice law in Oklahoma, Texas and Wyoming. I am also licensed to practice in several federal courts and I am admitted to practice in the Supreme Court of the United States.
I am a certified mediator in Texas, for civil cases and for family law cases. I am also certified as an attorney ad litem in Texas, which means I am able to be appointed by the courts in certain cases. I have served as a court-appointed attorney ad litem ad and a guardian ad litem for individuals in all types of cases and I continue to maintain my Texas ad litem certifications.
I am proud to maintain my membership in the Texas Bar College, an honorary society of lawyers, committed to high ethical standards and improved training for all legal professionals.
I truly love the law and enjoy helping people resolve their issues in the most beneficial manner for them so that they can get back to enjoying the things that they love in their lives. I have been fortunate during my years of practice to have worked alongside, and opposing, some incredibly intelligent and generous lawyers, judges and clients. I believe that I have learned something from each person with whom I have interacted. My goal is to leave each legal situation in which I am involved a more positive one for all those involved.
There Is No Lawyer More Eloquent Than the Heart.
Sylvain Maréchal (1788)
Hiring a lawyer is stressful. I try to make it as comfortable as possible for you and my goal is that you find an attorney that you feel is the right fit for you. It does not benefit me or you to enter into a relationship where the end goal is not the same. Contact me and see if I am the right fit for you.
The sooner you have a plan of action, the letter your chances of taking the correct steps to get the results you want.
