Atty. David Michael Walker

Atty. David Michael Walker

David Michael Walker is a lawyer practicing criminal defense, personal injury, civil rights. David received a B.A. degree from Stanford University in 1996, and has been licensed for 26 years.

Philadelphia Philadelphia 26 yrs experience 26 year
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Profile Summary

About David Michael Walker at a glance

David Michael Walker is a Partner based in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, practicing at Walker & Melnick LLC. They have 26+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2000. Their practice focuses on personal injury, criminal defense, and civil rights. Admitted to practice in Pennsylvania (2000). Educated at Stanford Law School (J.D., 2000) and Stanford University (B.A., 1996). Active member of Philadelphia Bar Association Barristers' Association Pennsylvania Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers. Serands clients in Philadelphia, PA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • David Michael Walker is a lawyer practicing criminal defense, personal injury, civil rights
  • David received a B.A. degree from Stanford University in 1996, and has been licensed for 26 years
  • David practices at Walker & Melnick LLC in Philadelphia, PA

Practice Areas Explained

David Michael Walker's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases David Michael Walker handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Personal Injury

Personal injury attorneys help accident victims recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. Most work on contingency — no fee unless you win.

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Criminal Defense

A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.

David Michael Walker is one of 214,270 criminal defense attorneys indexed nationally. Browse criminal defense attorneys in Pennsylvania →

Civil Rights

Civil rights attorneys for discrimination, police misconduct, constitutional rights, and civil liberties cases.

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Pennsylvania

Practicing law in Pennsylvania. Legal matters in Pennsylvania are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Philadelphia are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Pennsylvania state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Pennsylvania brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this andnue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Pennsylvania courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about David Michael Walker

Where is David Michael Walker's law office located?
David Michael Walker's law practice is located in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The firm is Walker & Melnick LLC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does David Michael Walker handle?
David Michael Walker focuses on personal injury, criminal defense, civil rights. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Pennsylvania.
How long has David Michael Walker practiced law?
David Michael Walker has 26+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2000.
Where did David Michael Walker go to law school?
David Michael Walker earned their education at (J.D., 2000); (B.A., 1996).
How can I contact David Michael Walker for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Stanford Law School
- 2000
B.A.
Stanford University
- 1996

Bar Admissions

Pennsylvania
Admitted: 2000

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