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Richard C. Baker

Mauck & Baker LLC • Chicago, IL
BusinessAdoptionEstate PlanningPersonal InjuryProbate

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Contact

Email
Phone
(855) 971-0054
Address
1 N La Salle St Ste 600, Chicago, IL, 60602-3981, US

Professional

About

Richard Baker focuses his practice on helping churches and not for profit organizations navigate the complexities of today’s highly regulated environment. Richard’s practice has grown to include the areas of real estate transactions, zoning law and religious freedom, not-for-profit corporate law, and federal and real estate tax exemption. He also works with individual clients in the areas of estate planning and probate, trust administration and adoption. Rich’s work in these areas allows him to help others resolve complicated problems. Often churches and other ministries are not aware of the complexities involved as they attempt to comply with the ever expanding regulations governing not-for-profits. He notes that, “At times government agencies are not responsive to the nature and the needs of religious ministries. Whether a tax dispute, a zoning challenge, or a church split, often his clients find themselves in the midst of conflict which, if not resolved, could either cripple their ministries or even close their doors for good.

About Business Law

Business law attorneys advise companies on legal matters including formation, contracts, compliance, and transactions. They help businesses navigate regulatory requirements and protect their interests. Common matters include business formation, contract drafting, mergers and acquisitions, commercial disputes.

Credentials

Education
1980 Loyola University Chicago School of Law JD - Juris Doctor 1977 Wheaton College, Wheaton IL LL.B - Bachelor of Laws
Languages
English

Recognition & Involvement

Awards
2018 Defender of the Faith Award, One Nation Under God Foundation
Publications
2011 Christianity Today Bricks and Moratoriums: Zoning Out Churches
Associations
Illinois Bar Association Member Christian Legal Society Board Member Christian Business Men's Committee Board Member
Speaking
N/A Wheaton Conference Religious Freedom N/A Solomon's Circle Assorted Conferences Church Development & Planning N/A Christian Legal Society Religious Zoning N/A American Bar Association Religious Zoning
Updated: Apr 10, 2026