Who We Are
Our Mission
At Baker Neely Consulting, we are dedicated to empowering small business owners and nonprofits by providing accessible, high-quality legal services. We are committed to bridging the gap in legal resources for underrepresented entrepreneurs, ensuring they have the support they need to thrive and succeed. Our mission is to be a trusted partner, guiding our clients through the complexities of the legal landscape with integrity, expertise, and a deep understanding of their unique challenges.
Our Vision
Our vision is to redefine the relationship between small businesses and the legal profession by creating an environment where every entrepreneur feels confident and supported. We aim to build a community where all small businesses, regardless of their background, have the legal tools and knowledge to achieve their fullest potential. Through our dedication to exceptional service and client-centered approach, we aspire to be the catalyst for sustainable growth and innovation in the small business sector.
Racheal Baker
Attorney
Racheal is a native North Carolinian and graduated from the University of North Carolina at Greensboro with a triple major in English, Women and Gender Studies, and African-American Studies. She received her Juris Doctor Degree from the University of North Carolina School of Law, as well as a Master’s Degree in City and Regional Planning from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. Ms. Baker has practiced and provided counsel in a range of areas including corporate governance, real estate, land use, zoning, construction, contracts, regulatory compliance, operations, municipal law, wills and estates, and labor and employment law. Racheal serves on the Grievance Committee of the 26th Judicial District Bar, as well as the Zoning, Planning and Land Use Committee of the North Carolina Bar Association.
Tenika Neely
Attorney
Tenika is a Charlotte, NC native. She graduated from North Carolina Central University, summa cum laude, with a double major in Political Science and Psychology in 2014. Tenika received her Juris Doctor Degree from Wake Forest University School of Law in 2017. Since her induction into the North Carolina state bar, Tenika has practiced in a range of subject matter areas, including: family law, criminal law, wills and estates, contracts and corporate governance, municipal law, commercial real estate, federal and state compliance, and civil litigation. Tenika serves on the Board of Directors for the Mecklenburg County Bar Association and volunteers for the Lunch with a Lawyer program. She is a member of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Incorporated.
