About Jennifer
Jennifer C. Baker: Experienced Environmental Lawyer in Indianapolis
As an experienced environmental lawyer, Jennifer C. Baker guides commercial and industrial clients and landowners through virtually all phases of remediation projects and environmental litigation.
Practice Areas
- Environmental Law
- Litigation - Environmental
Jennifer practices as part of the firm’s Environmental Department, which has been frequently recognized as Tier 1 for national environmental litigation in the annual 'Best Attorney USA' ranking by U.S. News and Best Lawyers.
Practice Experience
- Environmental Issues Arising from Active Operations During Real Estate Transactions and Redevelopment Activities:
- Assisting clients in resolving contaminated site issues.
- Providing strategic, cost-effective approaches to addressing potential and existing environmental liabilities and demands.
- Brownfields Projects:
- Engaging in brownfields projects that involve assessing, remediating, and revitalizing contaminated sites.
- Underground Storage Tank Matters:
- Focusing on underground storage tank (UST) issues to ensure compliance with federal and state environmental laws and regulations.
- Taking the lead in litigation involving USTs, including cost recovery cases for affected parties.
- Environmental and Cost Recovery Litigation:
- Engaging in environmental and cost recovery litigation both federally and state-wide, seeking to hold responsible parties accountable for their actions.
- Maintaining a robust presence in both federal court (e.g., U.S. District Court) and state courts when necessary.
At Bucknell University, Jennifer served as a member of the varsity crew team, furthering her dedication to physical fitness and teamwork. Additionally, she worked as a law clerk at the Bonneville Power Administration in Portland, Oregon, and as a summer national forests program assistant at The Wilderness Society in Washington D.C., enhancing her understanding of environmental policy and community impact.
Notably, Jennifer's work encompasses:
- Contaminated Site Resolution:
- Helping clients navigate the complexities of contaminated site remediation projects to ensure compliance with environmental standards and regulatory requirements.
- Strategic, Cost-Effective Approaches:
- Utilizing strategic, cost-effective approaches to help clients address both potential and existing environmental liabilities.
Jennifer has a diverse educational background, having attended Northwestern University and Lewis & Clark College. She is currently licensed in the United States and speaks multiple languages, including English and Spanish.
Bar Admissions
- Indiana State Bar Association:
- Licensed to practice law in Indiana since 2015.
Jennifer's extensive professional experience, coupled with her commitment to environmental advocacy and compliance, makes her a valuable resource for clients facing complex environmental challenges. Her recognition as 'Recognized in Best Attorney USA' since 2021 underscores her expertise and dedication to the field.
