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.
Administrative & Regulatory Law & More Attorney · Serving Jackson, MS
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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). Serves clients in Jackson, MS and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About 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
- 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 Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Thomas E. "Tom" Walker, Jr. handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Jackson.
Business & Corporate Law in Jackson
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
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Mergers & Acquisitions in Jackson
Thomas E. "Tom" Walker, Jr. is one of 49,430 m&a attorneys indexed nationally. Browse m&a attorneys in Mississippi →
Securities Law in Jackson
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Government & Administrative Law in Jackson
Attorneys for administrative law, agency hearings, government contracts, licensing, and public benefits.
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Why Local Counsel Matters in Jackson
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 venue, 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.
Jackson Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Jackson-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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Why Clients in Jackson Choose Thomas E. "Tom" Walker, Jr.
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 Thomas E. "Tom" Walker, Jr.'s practice in the field of business, m&a, securities, and government.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering business, m&a, and securities, Thomas E. "Tom" Walker, Jr. can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Jackson
A Jackson-based practice means Thomas E. "Tom" Walker, Jr. 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 Thomas E. "Tom" Walker, Jr. Handles in Jackson
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