Baker Donelson Adds Kevin C. Baltz as Commercial Litigation Shareholder

Marcus M. Maples, chair of Baker Donelson's Commercial Litigation Group, said, "Kevin is known for being a problem solver and achieving the best possible outcome for his clients. He brings those skills and significant experience in dispute resolution to every matter he handles. We're proud to welcome him to our team of attorneys who are committed to the effective, goal-oriented representation of clients' interests across the nation."

Mr. Baltz, who joins as a shareholder in the Firm's Nashville office, litigates complex commercial disputes in a variety of industries, including real estate, health care, manufacturing, construction, and finance. He has tried cases in state and federal courts, the American Arbitration Association (AAA), the International Centre for Dispute Resolution (ICDR), Judicial Arbitration and Mediation Services, Inc. (JAMS), and the Financial Industry Regulatory Authority (FINRA). He was previously a partner with Butler Snow, where he most recently served as practice group leader for the Commercial Litigation Group.

"I was drawn to join Baker Donelson because of its strong leadership, deep bench of talented professionals, and the stability that comes with being part of a well-established institution," said Mr. Baltz. "There is real momentum in terms of the Firm's growth and strategic vision, and I look forward to contributing and being a part of that."

J. Allen Roberts, managing shareholder of Baker Donelson's Nashville office, added, "As a native Nashvillian, Kevin has long been an active and respected member of not only the Nashville legal community but the Nashville community at large. We're extremely pleased to add someone of his reputation and caliber. He exemplifies the high-level talent we are proud to offer our clients as we continue to expand our team of professionals in this market."

Mr. Baltz is a Rule 31 Listed Mediator in the field of General Civil Litigation by the Tennessee Supreme Court Alternative Dispute Resolution Commission, and he serves on the Hearing Committee for Disciplinary District V of the Tennessee Supreme Court. In 2024, he was inducted into the National Academy of Distinguished Neutrals.

A graduate of the University of Tennessee College of Law, Mr. Baltz is a Fellow of the American Bar Association and the Nashville Bar Foundation, and he is past president of the Belmont University College of Law American Inn of Court. He is listed in The Best Lawyers in America^® for Commercial Litigation (2024 - 2025) and Litigation - Real Estate (2024 - 2025) and has twice been recognized by the Tennessee Supreme Court as an "Attorney for Justice."