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Posted by: Azya Thornton on Apr 14, 2026

Memphis attorney Lawrence E. Baer died at age 80 on April 12. Baer graduated from Memphis State University and went on to earn his law degree from Memphis State University School of Law. In 1971, he began practicing law at the Baer Law Firm, the family practice founded by his father, the late Isadore Baer. He focused his practice on landlord-tenant law and frequently spoke on related issues for community and professional organizations. Baer was a member of the Memphis and Shelby County Bar Association, the Tennessee Bar Association, the American Association for Justice and the Association of Trial Lawyers of America. Funeral services were held at Temple Israel Cemetery on April 14. Memorial contributions may be made to the Alzheimer's Association or the charity of the donor's choice.