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Atty. Walter Thomas Johnson

Atty. Walter Thomas Johnson

Walter Thomas Johnson is a lawyer practicing healthcare, healthcare litigation, medical marijuana and 16 other areas of law. Walter received a degree from Tougaloo College in 1984, and has been licensed for 36 years.

Jackson Jackson 36 yrs experience 36 year
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Profile Summary

About Walter Thomas Johnson at a glance

Walter Thomas Johnson is a Senior Counsel based in Jackson, Mississippi, practicing at Watkins & Eager. They have 36+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1990. Their practice focuses on medical malpractice, personal injury, criminal defense, business, and white collar. Admitted to practice in Mississippi (1990). Educated at Mississippi College School of Law (JD, 1990) and Tougaloo College (Bachelor, 1984). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Jackson, MS and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Walter Thomas Johnson is a lawyer practicing healthcare, healthcare litigation, medical marijuana and 16 other areas of law
  • Walter received a degree from Tougaloo College in 1984, and has been licensed for 36 years
  • Walter practices at Watkins & Eager in Jackson, MS

Practice Areas Explained

Walter Thomas Johnson's Areas of Practice

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

Medical Malpractice

Medical malpractice lawyers represent patients harmed by negligent doctors, hospitals, and other providers. Free case review, no fee unless you win.

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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 Thomas Johnson is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Mississippi →

Criminal Defense

A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.

Walter Thomas Johnson is one of 214,270 criminal defense attorneys indexed nationally. Browse criminal defense attorneys in Mississippi →

Business & Corporate Law

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

Walter Thomas Johnson is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Mississippi →

White Collar Crimes

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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 Walter Thomas Johnson

Where is Walter Thomas Johnson's law office located?
Walter Thomas Johnson's law practice is located in Jackson, Mississippi. The firm is Watkins & Eager. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Walter Thomas Johnson handle?
Walter Thomas Johnson focuses on medical malpractice, personal injury, criminal defense, business, white collar. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Mississippi.
How long has Walter Thomas Johnson practiced law?
Walter Thomas Johnson has 36+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1990.
Where did Walter Thomas Johnson go to law school?
Walter Thomas Johnson earned their education at (JD, 1990); (Bachelor, 1984).
How can I contact Walter Thomas Johnson for a consultation?
You can contact Walter Thomas Johnson 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 Thomas Johnson received?
Walter Thomas Johnson's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

JD
Mississippi College School of Law
- 1990
Bachelor
Tougaloo College
- 1984

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Mississippi
Admitted: 1990

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