Atty. Walter Alexander Ward

Atty. Walter Alexander Ward

Walter Alexander Ward is a lawyer practicing workers compensation, insurance defense, civil litigation and 3 other areas of law. Walter received a B.A. degree from Western Kentucky University in 1970, and has been licensed for 53 years.

Lexington Lexington 53 yrs experience 53 year
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Profile Summary

About Walter Alexander Ward at a glance

Walter Alexander Ward is a Member based in Lexington, Kentucky, practicing at Ward, Hocker & Thornton, PLLC. They have 53+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1973. Their practice focuses on personal injury, employment, workers comp, litigation, and insurance. Admitted to practice in Kentucky (1973) and US District Court, Eastern and Western Districts of Kentucky (1973). Educated at University of Kentucky (J.D., 1973) and Western Kentucky University (B.A., 1970). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Fayette County, Kentucky and American Bar Associations. Serands clients in Lexington, KY and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Walter Alexander Ward is a lawyer practicing workers compensation, insurance defense, civil litigation and 3 other areas of law
  • Walter received a B.A. degree from Western Kentucky University in 1970, and has been licensed for 53 years
  • Walter practices at Ward, Hocker & Thornton, PLLC in Lexington, KY

Practice Areas Explained

Walter Alexander Ward's Areas of Practice

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

Personal Injury

Personal injury attorneys help accident victims recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. Most work on contingency — no fee unless you win.

Walter Alexander Ward is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Kentucky →

Employment Law

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

Walter Alexander Ward is one of 169,120 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in Kentucky →

Workers Compensation

Workers compensation lawyers help injured workers get medical care, lost wages, and disability benefits. Free consult, no fee unless you win.

Walter Alexander Ward is one of 55,389 workers comp attorneys indexed nationally. Browse workers comp attorneys in Kentucky →

Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

Walter Alexander Ward is one of 454,532 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in Kentucky →

Insurance Law

Insurance attorneys for coverage disputes, bad faith claims, denied claims, and policy disputes.

Walter Alexander Ward is one of 121,912 insurance attorneys indexed nationally. Browse insurance attorneys in Kentucky →

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 Walter Alexander Ward

Where is Walter Alexander Ward's law office located?
Walter Alexander Ward's law practice is located in Lexington, Kentucky. The firm is Ward, Hocker & Thornton, PLLC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Walter Alexander Ward handle?
Walter Alexander Ward focuses on personal injury, employment, workers comp, litigation, insurance. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Kentucky.
How long has Walter Alexander Ward practiced law?
Walter Alexander Ward has 53+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1973.
Where did Walter Alexander Ward go to law school?
Walter Alexander Ward earned their education at (J.D., 1973); (B.A., 1970).
How can I contact Walter Alexander Ward for a consultation?
You can contact Walter Alexander Ward directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has Walter Alexander Ward received?
Walter Alexander Ward's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of Kentucky
- 1973
B.A.
Western Kentucky University
- 1970

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Kentucky
Admitted: 1973
US District Court, Eastern and Western Districts of Kentucky
Admitted: 1973

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