Mark E. Baker, General Attorney in Denver, Colorado
Over 26 years of legal practice · focused on General and Real Estate
ShareholderatGreenberg Traurig, LLP
Denver, CO
Practicing general in Denver since 2000.
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Mark E. Baker is a shareholder based in Denver, CO. The practice focuses on General and Real Estate. Mark has over 26 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Greenberg Traurig, LLP.
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- Denver, CO
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- over 26 years
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- General · Real Estate
- Handles General and Real Estate matters from Denver, CO.
- Over 26 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
About Mark E. Baker: Mark E. Baker is a shareholder based in Denver, CO. The practice focuses on General and Real Estate. Mark has over 26 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Greenberg Traurig, LLP.
Areas of practice
Legal matters Mark takes on
Mark concentrates on general and real estate. Each area below outlines the kind of case Mark handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
General cases in Denver, Colorado
Mark takes general matters in Denver, Colorado. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Mark agrees to represent you.
Real Estate cases in Denver, Colorado
Mark takes real estate matters in Denver, Colorado. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Mark agrees to represent you.
Biography
Meet Mark E. Baker — general lawyer in Denver
Mark E. Baker is a shareholder based in Denver, CO. The practice focuses on General and Real Estate. Mark has over 26 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Greenberg Traurig, LLP.
Mark E. Baker focuses his practice on all aspects of transactional commercial real estate law. Mark has been with the firm for more than 15 years, during which he has represented national, regional and local clients in connection with their real estate needs. He represents REITs, national banks, institutional and private investment funds, developers, resort owners, private equity groups and individual property owners.
Concentrations
•Commercial real estate transactions, including acquisition, leasing, management and disposition of hotel, industrial and office properties
•Financing transactions
•Development transactions, including master planned communities
•Joint venture and sponsored equity transactions
•Entity selection and formation
•State lien and construction laws
Recognition & Leadership
Awards & Accolades
•Listed, Lawdragon, 500 Leading Global Real Estate Lawyers, 2024-2025
•Listed, The Best Lawyers in America, Real Estate Law, 2015-2026
•Team Member, Chambers & Partners USA Real Estate Law Firm of the Year, 2017-2018, 2022
•Listed, Chambers USA Guide, 2018-2019
•'Recognised Practitioner,' 2018-2019
•Team Member, a U.S. News - Best Lawyers, 'Law Firm of the Year' in Real Estate Law, 2015
•Team Member, The Legal 500 United States, 'Top Tier' Firm in Real Estate, 2013 and 2014
•Team Member, a Law360 'Real Estate Practice Group of the Year,' 2011-2013, 2015, 2022, and 2023
Working with Mark on a general matter
Mark E. Baker focuses his practice on all aspects of transactional commercial real estate law. Mark has been with the firm for more than 15 years, during which he has represented national, regional and local clients in connection with their real estate needs. He represents REITs, national banks, institutional and private investment funds, developers, resort owners, private equity groups and…
Who Mark represents
Mark reviews new inquiries case-by-case for general and real estate matters in Denver and the surrounding Colorado area.
Credentials
Education, bar admissions, and languages
University of Chicago Law School J.D. 2000 John M. Olin Fellowship for the study of Law and Economics
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University of Colorado at Boulder B.S. 1995 Boettcher Scholar University of Colorado at Boulder B.S. summa cum laude University of Colorado at Boulder B.S. Business Administration Presidents
M.A. Economics · 1997
Jurisdictions
Mark's state bar admissions
Colorado
2000 · ACTIVE
Mark studied at — in University of Chicago Law School J.D. 2000 John M. Olin Fellowship for the study of Law and Economics and M.A. Economics in University of Colorado at Boulder B.S. 1995 Boettcher Scholar University of Colorado at Boulder B.S. summa cum laude University of Colorado at Boulder B.S. Business Administration Presidents .
Law school and academic background
Mark completed — in University of Chicago Law School J.D. 2000 John M. Olin Fellowship for the study of Law and Economics and M.A. Economics in University of Colorado at Boulder B.S. 1995 Boettcher Scholar University of Colorado at Boulder B.S. summa cum laude University of Colorado at Boulder B.S. Business Administration Presidents . Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Mark runs in Colorado is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Affiliations
Mark's professional memberships and bar associations
Professional & Community Involvement •Member, American Bar Association •Member, Colorado Bar Association
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Locations
Mark E. Baker's office in Denver
Mark's primary office is at The Tabor Center, 1200 17th Street, Suite 2400, Denver, CO, 80202. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Greenberg Traurig, LLP
The Tabor Center, 1200 17th Street, Suite 2400
Denver, CO 80202
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How to hire Mark E. Baker — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new general attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Mark usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Mark charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Mark's office.
What to bring to your first meeting
Bring any documents you already have — police reports, medical records, filed pleadings, correspondence from an insurer, a copy of the contract at issue. If you're not sure, err on the side of bringing everything; Mark will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a general attorney in Denver, Colorado
A short list to run through before you commit: How many general matters have you handled in the last year? What's your fee structure? Who else in the office will work on this? What's your realistic estimate of timeline and range of outcomes? How do I reach you between meetings?
Fees & payment
Fees, payment methods, and consultation options for Mark
Mark discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in general practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every general matter is priced differently. Simple document review might be a flat fee. Injury litigation is often contingency. Complex commercial disputes usually run hourly with a retainer. Mark confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Mark's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many general practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Mark E. Baker
How much does it cost to hire Mark for a general case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Mark walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Mark offer a free consultation?
Mark charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Mark's office. Some general attorneys offer free consults — check Mark's current terms during booking.
How long do general cases in Colorado typically take?
Simple general matters can wrap in a few weeks; disputed cases can run 6–18 months from intake to resolution, longer if the matter goes to trial. Mark gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Mark take my case if I'm outside Denver?
Mark is licensed in Colorado. Matters governed by Colorado law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Mark will tell you if the case is a fit or refer you to someone closer to your court.
What should I bring to my first meeting with Mark?
Bring every document that touches the dispute: contracts, correspondence, police or medical reports, filed pleadings, invoices, photographs, insurance letters. Also bring a written timeline of what happened, in your own words. Mark will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Mark accepting new general clients right now?
Mark's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
General attorneys serving Denver, Colorado Springs and Boulder in Colorado
Mark handles general matters throughout Colorado. Each city below is a direct link into the search page for verified general attorneys in that community.
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