SAN DIEGO, July 7, 2025—Duane Morris partner Courtney L. Baird was named among the 2025 “Women of Influence in Law” in a special report by the San Diego Business Journal. The publication celebrates and honors influential women in law by acknowledging their contributions and commitment.

Honoree profiles will be published in the San Diego Business Journal print and digital edition on July 7.

Courtney L. Baird is co-chair of the Commercial Litigation Division of the firm's Trial Practice Group and a member of the firm's governing Partners Board. Baird serves as outside counsel to businesses handling prosecution and defense of litigation and compliance and risk management issues. She has extensive experience in complex litigation, including defense of class actions, consumer claims (Consumer Legal Remedies Act, Unfair Competition and False Advertising Law), products liability, contracts and torts. Her strategic approach, substantive experience and ability to cost-effectively optimize her clients' business and legal objectives has led to her representation of companies across the United States and internationally.

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