Atty. Douglas Kent Walker

Atty. Douglas Kent Walker

Douglas Kent Walker is a lawyer practicing criminal defense, civil litigation, maritime law and 2 other areas of law. Douglas received a B.A. degree from University of Maryland in 1978, and has been licensed for 39 years.

Ocean City Ocean City 39 yrs experience 39 year
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About Douglas Kent Walker at a glance

Douglas Kent Walker is a Member based in Ocean City, New Jersey, practicing at Law Office of Douglas K. Walker. They have 39+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1987. Their practice focuses on criminal defense, family law, litigation, and maritime. Admitted to practice in Pennsylvania (inactive) (1987) and New Jersey (1987). Educated at Willamette University (J.D., 1987) and University of Maryland (B.A., 1978). Recognitions include Peer Reviewed. Active member of Associate Editor, Practice and Procedure Committee, Cape May County, Atlantic County, New Jersey State and American Bar Associations Maritime Law Association of the United States. Serands clients in Ocean City, NJ and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Douglas Kent Walker is a lawyer practicing criminal defense, civil litigation, maritime law and 2 other areas of law
  • Douglas received a B.A. degree from University of Maryland in 1978, and has been licensed for 39 years
  • Douglas practices at Law Office of Douglas K. Walker in Ocean City, NJ

Practice Areas Explained

Douglas Kent Walker's Areas of Practice

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

Criminal Defense

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Family Law

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Civil Litigation

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Maritime & Admiralty Law

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in New Jersey

Practicing law in New Jersey. Legal matters in New Jersey are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Ocean City are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate New Jersey state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in New Jersey 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 New Jersey courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Douglas Kent Walker

Where is Douglas Kent Walker's law office located?
Douglas Kent Walker's law practice is located in Ocean City, New Jersey. The firm is Law Office of Douglas K. Walker. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Douglas Kent Walker handle?
Douglas Kent Walker focuses on criminal defense, family law, litigation, maritime. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New Jersey.
How long has Douglas Kent Walker practiced law?
Douglas Kent Walker has 39+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1987.
Where did Douglas Kent Walker go to law school?
Douglas Kent Walker earned their education at (J.D., 1987); (B.A., 1978).
How can I contact Douglas Kent Walker for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Douglas Kent Walker received?
Douglas Kent Walker's notable recognition includes: Peer Reviewed.

Education

J.D.
Willamette University
- 1987
B.A.
University of Maryland
- 1978

Awards

Peer Reviewed

Bar Admissions

Pennsylvania (inactive)
Admitted: 1987
New Jersey
Admitted: 1987

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