Karl Baker

Karl Baker is a seasoned real estate attorney currently serving as a Partner at Jackson Walker LLP since March 2023. With extensive experience in the acquisition, disposition, development, leasing, and financing of a diverse range of properties, Baker has effectively represented numerous private sector clients in securing entitlements and incentives from governmental entities across Texas. Prior to this, Baker was a Partner at Golden Steves & Gordon LLP for over a decade, where similar practice areas were covered. Earlier career stages included positions as Associate at Robinson & Cole LLP and Summer Associate at Pillsbury Winthrop Shaw Pittman LLP, along with a role as Student Advocate at the Wilmer Hale Legal Services Center of Harvard Law School and as Paralegal at Jones, Walker, Waechter, Poitevent, Carrère & Denègre L.L.P. Educational credentials include a JD from Harvard Law School, an MCP in Urban Planning from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology, and a BA in History from Tulane University.