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.
Complex Discrimination Litigation & More Attorney · Serving New York, NY · 48+ Years Experience
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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
- 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 Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Peter Walker handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in New York.
Employment Law in New York
Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.
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Business & Corporate Law in New York
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Wage & Hour Disputes in New York
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Employment Contracts in New York
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Civil Litigation in New York
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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.
New York Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a New York-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 New York Choose Peter 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 Peter Walker's practice in the field of employment, business, wage & hour, employment contracts, and litigation.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Peter Walker brings 48+ 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 New York U.S. Court of Appeals, District of Columbia, Second and Third Circuits U.S. District Court, and Pennsylvania, Peter Walker can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering employment, business, and wage & hour, Peter Walker can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in New York
A New York-based practice means Peter Walker attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
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Common Legal Issues Peter Walker Handles in New York
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