Atty. James R. Walker
James R. Walker is a lawyer practicing real estate, real estate tax planning, estate planning and 2 other areas of law.
Estate Planning & More Attorney · Serving Denver, CO · 41+ Years Experience
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About James R. Walker at a Glance
James R. Walker is a Partner based in Denver, Colorado, practicing at Lewis Roca Rothgerber Christie LLP. They have 41+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1985. Their practice focuses on probate, estate planning, business, real estate, and tax. Admitted to practice in Colorado (1985), U.S. Tax Court and U.S. District Court, District of Colorado (1985), District of Columbia (1986), and U.S. Court of Appeals, Tenth Circuit (1986). Educated at New York University School of Law (LL.M. Taxation, 1988) and Colorado State University (B.S.B.A., 1982). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serves clients in Denver, CO and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About James R. Walker
- James R. Walker is a lawyer practicing real estate, real estate tax planning, estate planning and 2 other areas of law
- James received a B.S.B.A. degree from Colorado State University in 1982, and has been licensed for 41 years
- James practices at Lewis Roca Rothgerber Christie LLP in Denver, CO
Practice Areas Explained
James R. Walker's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases James R. Walker handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Denver.
Probate in Denver
James R. Walker is one of 127,041 probate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse probate attorneys in Colorado →
Estate Planning & Probate in Denver
An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.
James R. Walker is one of 224,789 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning attorneys in Colorado →
Business & Corporate Law in Denver
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
James R. Walker is one of 497,491 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Colorado →
Real Estate Law in Denver
Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.
James R. Walker is one of 313,729 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in Colorado →
Tax Law in Denver
Tax attorneys handle IRS audits, tax debt, international tax, estate planning, and tax court litigation.
James R. Walker is one of 84,606 tax attorneys indexed nationally. Browse tax attorneys in Colorado →
Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Denver
Practicing law in Colorado. Legal matters in Colorado are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Denver are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Colorado state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Colorado brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this venue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Colorado courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
Denver Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Denver-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in Denver Choose James R. Walker
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish James R. Walker's practice in the field of probate, estate planning, business, real estate, and tax.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
James R. Walker brings 41+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Multi-State Bar Admission
Licensed in Colorado, U.S. Tax Court and U.S. District Court, District of Colorado, and District of Columbia, James R. Walker can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering probate, estate planning, and business, James R. Walker can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Denver
A Denver-based practice means James R. Walker attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
Case Types
Common Legal Issues James R. Walker Handles in Denver
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