Atty. Peter Walker

Atty. Peter Walker

Peter Walker is a lawyer practicing labor and employment law, complex discrimination litigation, workplace counseling & solutions and 7 other areas of law. Peter received a B.A. degree from University of Pennsylvania in 1974, and has been licensed for 48 years.

New York New York 48 Years Experience 48 year
Call (917) 814-7824

Profile Summary

About Peter Walker at a glance

Peter Walker is a Partner based in New York, New York. They have 48+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1978. Their practice focuses on employment, business, wage & hour, employment contracts, and litigation. Admitted to practice in New York U.S. Court of Appeals, District of Columbia, Second and Third Circuits U.S. District Court, (1978) and Pennsylvania (2017). Educated at New York University School of Law (J.D., 1977) and University of Pennsylvania (B.A., 1974). Recognitions include Peer Reviewed. Serves clients in New York, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Peter Walker is a lawyer practicing labor and employment law, complex discrimination litigation, workplace counseling & solutions and 7 other areas of law
  • Peter received a B.A. degree from University of Pennsylvania in 1974, and has been licensed for 48 years
  • Peter practices in New York, NY

Practice Areas Explained

Peter Walker's Areas of Practice

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

Employment Law

Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.

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Business & Corporate Law

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Wage & Hour Disputes

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Employment Contracts

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Civil Litigation

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in New York

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Peter Walker

Where is Peter Walker's law office located?
Peter Walker's law practice is located in New York, New York. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Peter Walker handle?
Peter Walker focuses on employment, business, wage & hour, employment contracts, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New York.
How long has Peter Walker practiced law?
Peter Walker has 48+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1978.
Where did Peter Walker go to law school?
Peter Walker earned their education at (J.D., 1977); (B.A., 1974).
How can I contact Peter Walker for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Peter Walker received?
Peter Walker's notable recognition includes: Peer Reviewed.

Education

J.D.
New York University School of Law
- 1977
B.A.
University of Pennsylvania
- 1974

Awards

Peer Reviewed

Bar Admissions

New York U.S. Court of Appeals, District of Columbia, Second and Third Circuits U.S. District Court,
Admitted: 1978
Pennsylvania
Admitted: 2017

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