Atty. Thomas E. "Tom" Walker, Jr.

Atty. Thomas E. "Tom" Walker, Jr.

Tom Walker is a partner in the Corporate Practice Group. He focuses on commercial and regulatory matters in the financial services industry, with a depth of experience representing financial institutions.

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Profile Summary

About Thomas E. "Tom" Walker, Jr. at a glance

Thomas E. "Tom" Walker, Jr. is a business, m&a, securities, and government attorney based in Jackson, Mississippi, practicing at Jones Walker Llp. Admitted to practice in Mississippi, Mississippi. Educated at Louisiana State University (—, 2014) and University of Mississippi (JD, 2004). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Administrative / Regulatory Law (2026), Best Lawyers in America — Banking and Finance Law (2026), and Best Lawyers in America — Business Organizations (including LLCs and Partnerships) (2026). Serands clients in Jackson, MS and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Tom Walker is a partner in the Corporate Practice Group
  • He focuses on commercial and regulatory matters in the financial services industry, with a depth of experience representing financial institutions
  • Prior to joining the firm, Tom served as executive vice president and director of a community bank in Forest, Mississippi
  • His experience as general counsel, chief operating officer, chief financial officer, and chief investments officer in the financial services sector enhances his ability to provide legal services to his clients
  • Tom previously served as chairman of the Attorneys Committee of the Mississippi Bankers Association during the 2017–2018 fiscal year, and he currently serves as a member of that committee
  • He has also served as treasurer and member of the Executive Council of the Mississippi Young Bankers
  • Tom was on the board of governors for the Mississippi Society of CPAs and served as its Secretary
  • He has also been a member of the Long Range Planning Committee and Banking Committee for the Mississippi Society of CPAs
  • Tom has been an active certified public accountant in Mississippi since 2001

Practice Areas Explained

Thomas E. "Tom" Walker, Jr.'s Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Thomas E. "Tom" Walker, Jr. handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

Thomas E. "Tom" Walker, Jr. is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Mississippi →

Mergers & Acquisitions

Thomas E. "Tom" Walker, Jr. is one of 49,731 m&a attorneys indexed nationally. Browse m&a attorneys in Mississippi →

Securities Law

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Government & Administrative Law

Attorneys for administrative law, agency hearings, government contracts, licensing, and public benefits.

Thomas E. "Tom" Walker, Jr. is one of 132,225 government attorneys indexed nationally. Browse government attorneys in Mississippi →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Mississippi

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Thomas E. "Tom" Walker, Jr.

Where is Thomas E. "Tom" Walker, Jr.'s law office located?
Thomas E. "Tom" Walker, Jr.'s law practice is located in Jackson, Mississippi. The firm is Jones Walker Llp. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Thomas E. "Tom" Walker, Jr. handle?
Thomas E. "Tom" Walker, Jr. focuses on business, m&a, securities, government. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Mississippi.
Where did Thomas E. "Tom" Walker, Jr. go to law school?
Thomas E. "Tom" Walker, Jr. earned their education at (—, 2014); (JD, 2004); (—, 2000).
How can I contact Thomas E. "Tom" Walker, Jr. for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Thomas E. "Tom" Walker, Jr. received?
Thomas E. "Tom" Walker, Jr.'s notable recognition includes: Best Lawyers in America — Administrative / Regulatory Law; Best Lawyers in America — Banking and Finance Law; Best Lawyers in America — Business Organizations (including LLCs and Partnerships); Best Lawyers in America — Corporate Governance Law; Best Lawyers in America — Corporate Law.

Education

Louisiana State University
- 2014
JD
University of Mississippi
- 2004
Mississippi State University
- 2000
Mississippi State University
- 1999

Awards

Best Lawyers in America — Administrative / Regulatory Law
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Banking and Finance Law
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Business Organizations (including LLCs and Partnerships)
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Corporate Governance Law
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Corporate Law
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Financial Services Regulation Law
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Mergers and Acquisitions Law
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Securities / Capital Markets Law
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice:
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Commercial Transactions / UCC Law
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Corporate Compliance Law
- 2026
Lawyer of the Year — Financial Services Regulation Law, Jackson (MS)
- 2025
Lawyer of the Year — Financial Services Regulation Law, Jackson (MS)
- 2023
Lawyer of the Year — Financial Services Regulation Law, Jackson (MS)
- 2020

Bar Admissions

Mississippi, Mississippi

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