Robert W. Baker
About Robert W. Baker
Robert W. Baker serves as General Counsel and Chief Legal Officer at Spaulding Ridge and has held various legal and compliance roles at American Hotel Register Company since 2007. He has authored multiple books, edited a New York Times bestseller, and has extensive experience in legal representation and academia.
Work at Spaulding Ridge
Robert W. Baker has served as General Counsel and Chief Legal Officer at Spaulding Ridge since 2021. His role involves overseeing legal matters and ensuring compliance within the organization. Spaulding Ridge is known for its expertise in providing consulting services related to cloud technology and data analytics.
Current Role at American Hotel Register Company
Since 2007, Robert W. Baker has held multiple positions at American Hotel Register Company, including Vice President, General Counsel, Recording Secretary, and Chief Compliance Officer. His responsibilities encompass legal oversight and compliance management, contributing to the company's operations in Vernon Hills, Illinois.
Education and Expertise
Robert W. Baker earned his Doctor of Law (JD) from Loyola University Chicago School of Law, studying from 1985 to 1988. He also holds a Bachelor's degree in Journalism and Business from the University of Iowa, which he completed from 1982 to 1985. His educational background supports his extensive legal career.
Legal Representation and Notable Cases
Robert W. Baker represented electrical distributors in the U.S. Supreme Court case Cooper Electric Supply Co. v. Lynn Martin, Secretary of Labor, in 1992. This case is significant in the context of labor law and showcases his involvement in high-stakes legal matters.
Authorship and Teaching Experience
Robert W. Baker is the author of two books: 'What To Do When the Wage-Hour Examiner Calls' and 'Understanding the Federal Risk Retention Act.' He also served as an Adjunct Professor at Columbia College for ten years, where he taught courses in Employment Law, Labor Relations, and Human Resources Management.