Richard S. Baron

Richard S. Baron is a founding member of Foley, Baron, Metzger, & Juip PLLC, based in Livonia, Michigan. With over 30 years of legal experience, Rich has honed a national civil litigation practice, emphasizing environmental litigation, products liability, and chemical exposure cases. His expertise extends to spill response, forensic analysis at historical contamination sites, and property transactions involving environmental due diligence. Rich is well-versed in hazardous waste management, CERCLA and RCRA issues, and Michigan's Natural Resources Environmental Protection Act (NREPA).

Rich's practice also encompasses business and commercial litigation, construction law, mass torts, aviation law, and regulatory work in cannabis licensing. His ability to swiftly identify core issues and align strategies with client objectives is a hallmark of his practice. Clients often commend his skill in simplifying complex scientific and technical matters.

Rich believes that focusing on essential details and eliminating distractions is key to achieving successful outcomes. His approach not only saves time and resources but also effectively resolves projects and litigation. An educational background in environmental science enhances his legal insights.

A testament to his attention to detail is a long-standing relationship with a CEO of a solvent recovery equipment company. Initially skeptical, the client valued Rich's detailed instrumentation inquiries and strategic insights, leading to a trusted partnership for over 25 years in managing their environmental legal needs.