Robert D. Baker
Robert D. Baker
Jr. Partner / California Workers' Compensation Defense Attorney
In addition to his successful subrogation and workers’ compensation history, Mr. Baker has extensive experience managing Healthcare/Casualty Claims teams, advising on corporate law issues, and providing general civil litigation.
Professional History
Siegel, Moreno & Stettler – Managing Attorney for the Subrogation Team – 2024 – present
- Served as Vice President & General Manager of Delivery Management for Conduent overseeing the Nurse Management, Utilization, Provider Relations, and Bill Review teams.
- Specializes in subrogation issues and workers’ compensation
- Seasoned expert in e-discovery, litigation, healthcare claims, and legal operations
- Served as Director of Claims Legal Technical and Managing Attorney at Chernow & Lieb Worked with the California Serious Loss Unit, the Zenith Florida offices, and Chernow & Lieb’s Midwest office regarding large exposure cases
- Litigated over 60 cases that proceeded through trial or arbitration in areas including toxic torts, construction defects, personal injury, subrogation, premises liability, and products liability for McCormick & Mitchell
Education
- J.D. – University of San Diego, San Diego, CA (1987)
- M.S. in Applied Physiology – University of Oregon, Eugene, OR (1981)
- B.A. in Physical Education – University of Alberta, Edmonton, AB (1978)
California Practice Specialties
- California Statewide Subrogation
- Defense of Workers’ Compensation Claims
Professional Memberships
- California Bar Association
- United States District Court
- Southern District of California
- Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals