Atty. Walter C. Hunter

Atty. Walter C. Hunter

Walter C. Hunter is a lawyer practicing mediation, litigation, mergers & acquisitions and 6 other areas of law.

Providence Providence 44 yrs experience 44 year
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Profile Summary

About Walter C. Hunter at a glance

Walter C. Hunter is a Shareholder, Co-Chair, Higher Education Practice Group based in Providence, Rhode Island, practicing at Littler Mendelson P.C.. They have 44+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1982. Their practice focuses on employment, m&a, litigation, civil rights, and education. Admitted to practice in Rhode Island (1982) and U.S. District Court, District of Massachusetts U.S. Court of Appeals, First Circuit (1983). Educated at University of Virginia School of Law (J.D., 1982) and United States Military Academy (B.S., 1973). Recognitions include Peer Reviewed. Serands clients in Providence, RI and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Walter C. Hunter is a lawyer practicing mediation, litigation, mergers & acquisitions and 6 other areas of law
  • Walter received a B.S. degree from United States Military Academy in 1973, and has been licensed for 44 years
  • Walter practices at Littler Mendelson P.C. in Providence, RI

Practice Areas Explained

Walter C. Hunter's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Walter C. Hunter 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.

Walter C. Hunter is one of 169,120 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in Rhode Island →

Mergers & Acquisitions

Walter C. Hunter is one of 49,731 m&a attorneys indexed nationally. Browse m&a attorneys in Rhode Island →

Civil Litigation

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

Walter C. Hunter is one of 454,532 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in Rhode Island →

Civil Rights

Civil rights attorneys for discrimination, police misconduct, constitutional rights, and civil liberties cases.

Walter C. Hunter is one of 70,245 civil rights attorneys indexed nationally. Browse civil rights attorneys in Rhode Island →

Education Law

Education attorneys for special education (IEP), school discipline, Title IX, and student rights.

Walter C. Hunter is one of 24,079 education attorneys indexed nationally. Browse education attorneys in Rhode Island →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Rhode Island

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Walter C. Hunter

Where is Walter C. Hunter's law office located?
Walter C. Hunter's law practice is located in Providence, Rhode Island. The firm is Littler Mendelson P.C.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Walter C. Hunter handle?
Walter C. Hunter focuses on employment, m&a, litigation, civil rights, education. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Rhode Island.
How long has Walter C. Hunter practiced law?
Walter C. Hunter has 44+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1982.
Where did Walter C. Hunter go to law school?
Walter C. Hunter earned their education at (J.D., 1982); (B.S., 1973).
How can I contact Walter C. Hunter for a consultation?
You can contact Walter C. Hunter 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 C. Hunter received?
Walter C. Hunter's notable recognition includes: Peer Reviewed.

Education

J.D.
University of Virginia School of Law
- 1982
B.S.
United States Military Academy
- 1973

Awards

Peer Reviewed

Bar Admissions

Rhode Island
Admitted: 1982
U.S. District Court, District of Massachusetts U.S. Court of Appeals, First Circuit
Admitted: 1983

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