Baker Donelson Elects Kristine L. Roberts as Next President and COO
Kristine S. Roberts has been elected president and chief operating officer of Baker Donelson, effective May 2027. She will succeed Jennifer P. Keller, who has held the role since 2015 but will remain with the firm. Roberts is a shareholder in the Memphis office and currently chairs the Financial Services Department. Timothy M. Lupinacci, Chairman and CEO of Baker Donelson, praised Roberts for her leadership capabilities and deep institutional knowledge, emphasizing that she is well-positioned to guide the firm through continued growth amid evolving legal market dynamics. Roberts has over 20 years at the firm and specializes in complex litigation involving financial institutions. Roberts expressed gratitude for the opportunity and acknowledged Keller's significant contributions during her tenure as COO.
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