Atty. John W. Walters

Atty. John W. Walters

Mr. Walters is a partner and trial lawyer with Golden Law Office in Lexington, Kentucky.

Lexington Lexington 31 yrs experience 31 year
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Profile Summary

About John W. Walters at a glance

John W. Walters is a Partner based in Lexington, Kentucky, practicing at Golden Law Office. They have 31+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1995. Their practice focuses on litigation and insurance. Admitted to practice in Kentucky (1995). Educated at University of Kentucky College of Law (J.D., 1995) and Transylvania University (B.A. Business, 1990). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Lexington, KY and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Mr. Walters is a partner and trial lawyer with Golden Law Office in Lexington, Kentucky
  • Prior to joining Golden Law Office, Mr. Walters was a founding and managing partner for a regional insurance defense firm handling all aspects of litigation
  • He has extensive experience with cases involving motor vehicle accidents, trucking accidents, agribusiness, class actions, general personal injury, construction law, bad faith, products liability, medical malpractice and insurance coverage disputes
  • Mr. Walters previously represented America’s largest insurance companies and their insureds, trying numerous cases to successful jury verdicts before Courts across the Commonwealth of Kentucky
  • He also began representing plaintiffs, and obtained several sizable results in those cases before transitioning completely to plaintiff’s practice
  • He now employs his wealth of experience and knowledge for the benefit of plaintiffs who have been injured due to the negligence of others
  • Mr. Walters’ inside experience on how large insurance companies operate in their defense of claims helps him obtain excellent results on behalf of his clients

Practice Areas Explained

John W. Walters's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases John W. Walters handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Civil Litigation

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Insurance Law

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Kentucky

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about John W. Walters

Where is John W. Walters's law office located?
John W. Walters's law practice is located in Lexington, Kentucky. The firm is Golden Law Office. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does John W. Walters handle?
John W. Walters focuses on litigation, insurance. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Kentucky.
How long has John W. Walters practiced law?
John W. Walters has 31+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1995.
Where did John W. Walters go to law school?
John W. Walters earned their education at (J.D., 1995); (B.A. Business, 1990).
How can I contact John W. Walters for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has John W. Walters received?
John W. Walters's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of Kentucky College of Law
- 1995
B.A. Business
Transylvania University
- 1990

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Kentucky
Admitted: 1995

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