Legal experience
Tom has obtained substantial settlements and verdicts for his clients over the past 25 years, including a $2 Million settlement for a client who suffered a traumatic brain injury after being struck by a semi-truck in Kent County. He also obtained a $1 million verdict in Huron County for a serious car accident in which the insurance company refused to pay anything for rehabilitation costs for the teenage auto accident victim.
Tom also has unique insights into settling cases and maximizing value for his clients, having started on the defense side at two respected insurance defense law firms. He has taken dozens of cases to trial and specializes in recovering unpaid and overdue medical expenses from No-Fault insurance companies.
Education
- University of Detroit-Mercy School of Law – J.D.
- Hillsdale College – B.A.
Memberships and Affiliations
- Grand Rapids Bar Association
- Negligence Law Section – State Bar of Michigan
Licenses
- State Bar of Michigan
- U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Michigan
- U.S. District Court for the Western District of Michigan
Client Testimonials
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Candace Allen from Kalamazoo, MI
Mr.Thomas Baker did an awesome job with my case i would definitely highly recommend hime
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James Tufnell
Michigan Auto Law represented my wife and I in an automobile accident case. Attorney Tom Baker and his assistants, Tonya and Lori, were very instrumentive in resolving all issues with our insurance carrier. The team was very professional and kept us informed of progress on the case. This group, in my opinion, is a definite asset to Michigan Auto Law.
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Cael Brennan from Battle Creek, MI
Working with Mr. Baker was an absolute pleasure. His expertise enabled him and his team to provide above and beyond what was expected for me and my family. I would highly recommend his representation.
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Dianne Esquimaux from Espanola, Ontario
Tom baker is the best. He took time to check on me frequently to make sure I was doing ok. He kept me in the loop on everything going on. Very concerned that I received the best care. I would totally 💯 recommend him!!!
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Rachel Cervenak from East Lansing, MI
Tom is a fantastic lawyer who truly kept me in the loop at every step of the process. He has undergone his own fair share of adversity and is grounded and understanding of complex situations. That he will do anything in his power to advocate for you and your loved ones is an understatement. I cannot express enough how grateful I am for Tom’s support and genuine care about my future. I’m very lucky that a friend recommended Michigan Auto Law at the time of my hospitalization. Tom helped me through this time of great trauma with empathy, respect, and transparency. He had the utmost patience in answering all of my questions and is extremely knowledgeable after many years in the field. I would recommend Tom to anyone needing legal support and feel incredibly fortunate to have gotten to know such an authentic person!
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Santy from Traverse City, MI
Attorney Thomas Baker and his team worked flawlessly to achieve a win on my motor vehicle accident case. Outstanding communication and follow up, relentless in the pursuit of justice, compassionate, assertive and active listening skills. Above all, exercised and shared good judgment. What a blessing to find Attorney Baker and his team at Michigan Auto Law! Based on my personal experience “I highly recommend them”. Being a former Law Enforcement Officer I have met many attorneys in my field. These guys are top shelf execution!
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Shelley Anderson from Allendale, MI
Knowledgeable, friendly and helpful staff and Lawyer!
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Deb McBurnett
For someone who had no idea how this process works, I was very frustrated at times. I was very happy with Tom, he treated me like I was more than a case file, he helped me feel at ease and was very patient with me. Tonya was amazing and way more helpful than I expected. I am very happy with how things went. I would recommend Michigan Auto Law. Thank You for everything
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Antwonette Smith from Benton Harbor, MI
Glad they took the time to take my case they showed concern consideration for me and what I was going through and they got the best outcome possible for me so I appreciate the work they did to help me
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sharon cairns
I highly recommend Michigan Auto Law!!! Do not hesitate to put yourself in their hands to help you with your very important legal problems. I personally had Tom Baker and he was great! This firm is very compassionate to you and your needs and will do a great job for you.
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Timothy Wolf
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Vernon Lovell from Battle Creek, MI
Very good called back when ever i needed help
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Melissa Warner
Thomas Baker was amazing, he stuck by our side through the whole process. Extremely satisfied with everything!
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Kelly Ashbay from Allendale, MI
Tom Baker, and his amazing team of Tonya and Lori, were fabulous! I could not have been happier with the efforts that they made towards my case, and am beyond grateful for their continual communication throughout the process (especially Tonya's). I will be recommending them (specifically) to anyone I know that may be in need of help.
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Gary Persson from Roscommon, MI
Tom Baker helped me out tremendously with my mom's auto accident. I would not have wanted to go up against the insurance companies on my own. Auto Insurance companies are not fun to deal with nor do they want to pay you in full for the policy that you have been paying on for 30 plus years as was my mom's case. I would highly recommend Tom Baker. Tom is one of the best ! Respectfully, Gary Persson
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Herman Faceson
I'am very pleased, the way attorney Tom Baker,handle my account. If you should ever need a good auto accident,attorney. Tom.is your man good sense,of humor.hard worker.
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Ruth Stockton
I absolutely loved working with this firm, they were so kind and helpful and thorough. I would recommend them to everyone.
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Garry Johnson from Kalamazoo, MI
Tom was accessible and patiently answered my questions. He provided options on how to proceed. Many thanks for his help.
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Lisa Gowins from Rockford, MI
On a beautiful day in 2017 my life changed in a way I never would have expected. My son and I were on our way home from an appointment and hit from behind and pushed into another vehicle. You never think about these things until it happens to you. After a year my insurance company would not pay for the medical or my leave and I was still getting treatment. I had no idea what to do. A close friend referred me to Brandon Hewitt with Michigan Auto Law. I was so scared dealing with so much. From the first phone call I felt finally someone was going to help. Over the next few years Brandon, Tom, Jeremy, Tonya and Lori worked so hard for me and my children. Many times I wanted to give up and Tom gave the reassurance to just take care of me and he would do the rest and he did! Truly there are no words to express how grateful I am to you all. Thank you for your dedication and hard work, for truly caring about me and my well being. Michigan Auto Law is Incredible!!! Thank you
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Kim Reynolds
Tom Baker provided exceptional customer service. He stayed in contact and kept me informed throughout the process. Tom secured an excellent settlement and I would highly recommend Michigan Auto Law.
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Tina Jones from Benton Harbor, MI
These guys are so amazing! They help you to get what you deserve. So if any one ask me who can help with an auto accident, I will recommend them to Michigan Auto Law. Thanks again
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JR Ide
I’d like to thank everybody at Michigan auto law for being so helpful. Tom Baker is teams of excellent job. Would especially like to think Tom Baker for dealing with both insurance company above and beyond. Thanks again Tom Baker for all you did for me and my family much appreciated.
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Karen Frost
I want to thank you for everything you and your company has done for me. Being your client was a very nice experience. I appreciate all of your hard work to make this settlement happen and I’m very pleased with the amount I received! Thank you so much!
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Darlene Dragt from Sparta, MI
I could not be more pleased with my experience at Michigan Auto Law and my lawyer Tom Baker. Mr. Baker was very professional and also very kind and compassionate, he always kept me informed of how things were going and set my mind at ease when things would come up that worried me. I could not be more pleased with the outcome of my case he’s a great lawyer and a very good person,I just can’t say enough good things about my experience. When you go through a traumatic time you need that kindness and understanding and he provided both.
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Jim Kilbourne from Battle Creek, MI
Tom Baker is professional and personable. He takes a genuine interest in his clients and their cases.His skills and knowledge are invaluable.He was always available for any questions and brought us through a difficult time and went above and beyond to ease our minds and settle our case well beyond our expectations!
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Carolyn McNeal from Grand Rapids, MI
I really appreciate your help thanks as gain I give you 100%
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Robin Herbert from Lowell, MI
Mr. Baker was extremely helpful in all areas. Great response and follow-up. Communication was ongoing but not overwhelming. I feel he truly cares about you, as an individual, and does what is best for his clients. He even called during some rough times to make sure I was ok and if I needed anything. 5 stars all day long!!
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Bryan Parson from Grand Rapids, MI
Great communication and professionalism
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Adrienne Coleman
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Glen Soehner from Grandville, MI
Tom initially gave a realistic evaluation of the case and his predictions were true. Settled on a fair amount. Very happy with the service.
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Brenda Bremer from Middleville, MI
Professional and helpful from the moment I called them. Told them I didn’t want to have to deal with the law suit and they took care of everything. Tom Baker was fantastic to deal with. Thank you
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Lavada Baas from Ravenna, MI
It has been a pleasure to have had Michigan auto law help us through this hard time. We were treated so kind and everyone seemed to really care. Dealt a lot with Tom Baker who was always very prompt and genuinely very concerned about my well being which made me see he really cared. Rich H was also very nice and friendly. I recommend using them. They really care!
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Lisa Drake from Lowell, MI
Michigan Auto Law has been extremely helpful. After my accident I found myself with a wound that wouldn't heal. It was my attorney at Michigan Auto Law that got me set up with with in-home nursing. My only regret is that I didn't call the sooner.
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Lisa Drake from Lowell, MI
Excellent service. Extremely satisfied with my settlement. Thank you 😊
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Jack Bonge
This firm totally lived up to their claims. I would recommend them to all. The lawyer who handled my claim (Tom Baker) was very responsive and friendly. BETTER THAN WHAT I EXPECTED!
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Sharon Miller from Jenison, MI
It was a long process!- Attorney Tom Baker did an amazing job getting the best settlement he could for me. He was very easy to talk to and made you feel completely comfortable and knowing he had your best interest in mind. He was accessible to me by phone and email. Tonya Harris working with him was also very kind and helpful working on my case. This was my second time being represented by Michigan Auto Law. Brandon Hewitt was amazing and pushed hard for me for almost 3 years doing his best at getting me the best offer he could. He made you feel like family and was sincere and always in contact. His paralegal Barbara Nichols also worked very hard in assisting me. You have an amazing group representing your firm. I would recommend them to anyone in need of their representation! I can’t thank you all enough! Sharon Miller
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David Heintz from Wyoming
I would like to thank Brandon, Rick, Tom and the support staff for all of their hard work on my case. They kept me up do date with the progress or delays. Gave sound advice as how to proceed. Always answered all of my questions until I was comfortable that I understood the answers. They were quick to return any calls and respond to any concerns. There was a time during my case when I truly needed help and they were there for me. I think very highly of the entire team and would recommend them to anyone. Sincerely, David Heintz
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Chelsey Twichell
Brandon Hewitt and Tom Baker were amazing with the whole process and also helping with the health insurance and problems we ran into there . They explained every step of the way and what to expect, taking away alot of stress and making easier for me to just focus on recovery I would recommend this firm to anyone who needs help with a auto accident . There is not enough good things to say.
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