Given the dismal statistics around SA prosecution and the prospect of a re-traumatizing court process that I was told would most likely span years, I elected to pursue a civil case after my assault.

Hayley Baker was referred to me by the Nashville SAC legal counsel, and throughout her representation I felt heard, supported and protected. As a trauma-informed advocate, Hayley was a patient, responsive source of clarity and leadership through an unfamiliar and intimidating process.

Hayley's advocacy led to a successful mediation outcome that provided closure and resources for long-term healing, and empowered me to move beyond the trauma and build a new life, on my own terms.

I hope I won't be in the market for a lawyer again anytime soon, but given the dismal SA statistics, I'll 100% refer Hayley Baker to the one in every six women I know who will.

Jane Doe

"I want to thank you for the support you provided my daughter. Legally yes, but also I truly believe she was able to stand strong and articulated herself because of the courage your support gave her.

My husband and I couldn’t have asked for more! We realize you waded through throngs of dramatic paperwork.

At the end of the day, we got the best result we could have hoped for. If only everyone who has experienced this kind of assault could get the same! Thank you!”

Handwritten letter from the Fimmano family

My husband and I are forever grateful to Hayley for representing us with poise, professionalism, zeal, and a steady hand during one of the darkest times we have faced as a family. She shepherded us through a traumatic situation—and the inherently adversarial nature of the legal process that followed—with kindness, compassion, and empathy. Hayley embodies the qualities of a stellar advocate: she possesses a genuine passion for social justice issues, a unique and too-often forgotten recognition of the human side of the law, and an admirable pursuit of justice. Hayley played a pivotal role in helping obtain justice for our family, and we cannot recommend her highly enough.

DW

As a mediator with well over 20 years’ experience, I have had a unique vantage point to observe and interact with attorneys from all over the country in the content of cases of many stripes. I am able to see how they prepare, how they write, and, most importantly, how they advocate and care for their clients.

Some time ago, I had the opportunity to work with Hayley Hanna Baker as I mediated a sensitive and emotional case over the course of approximately 9 plus hours. Although I was extremely impressed by Hayley's well written and detailed work product— one of the best pre-mediation briefs I’ve read— I was most impressed by the genuinely empathetic and professional way she advocated for her clients.

The sensitive subject matter of the case could have easily led to an emotional non-resolution, however, Hayley's controlled and effective advocacy resulted in an outstanding resolution for her client.

I was impressed by the advocacy and approach Hayley brought to the table and I told her clients how fortunate they were to have an attorney who not only cared so much but who also represented them so well.

Sly James

Hayley represented my partner and I as we navigated a difficult legal matter. She was truly a pleasure to work with and made the process incredibly smooth. Not only was she professional and effective, but she kept us informed and made us feel taken care of every step of the way.

I would recommend her to anyone I know.

Stephen Smith