Atty. William R. Walton

Atty. William R. Walton

William R. Walton is a lawyer practicing family, general, bankruptcy and 2 other areas of law.

Tacoma Tacoma 42 yrs experience 42 year
Call (206) 388-2837 Book Appointment

Profile Summary

About William R. Walton at a glance

William R. Walton is a Member based in Tacoma, Washington, practicing at William R. Walton. They have 42+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1984. Their practice focuses on child custody, probate, family law, estate planning, and bankruptcy. Admitted to practice in Washington (1984). Educated at Gonzaga University (J.D., 1982) and Arizona State University (B.S. Phoenix, 1973). Active member of Washington State Bar Association. Serands clients in Tacoma, WA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • William R. Walton is a lawyer practicing family, general, bankruptcy and 2 other areas of law
  • William received a B.S. degree from Arizona State University in 1973, and has been licensed for 42 years
  • William practices at William R. Walton in Tacoma, WA

Practice Areas Explained

William R. Walton's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases William R. Walton handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Child Custody & Visitation

William R. Walton is one of 31,241 child custody attorneys indexed nationally. Browse child custody attorneys in Washington →

Probate

William R. Walton is one of 128,014 probate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse probate attorneys in Washington →

Family Law

Family law attorneys handle divorce, child custody, child support, adoption, prenups, and protective orders. Find verified family lawyers near you.

William R. Walton is one of 187,066 family law attorneys indexed nationally. Browse family law attorneys in Washington →

Estate Planning & Probate

An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.

William R. Walton is one of 226,536 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning attorneys in Washington →

Bankruptcy & Debt

A bankruptcy attorney can help you eliminate debt, stop creditor harassment, and protect your home through Chapter 7 or Chapter 13.

William R. Walton is one of 105,321 bankruptcy attorneys indexed nationally. Browse bankruptcy attorneys in Washington →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Washington

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about William R. Walton

Where is William R. Walton's law office located?
William R. Walton's law practice is located in Tacoma, Washington. The firm is William R. Walton. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does William R. Walton handle?
William R. Walton focuses on child custody, probate, family law, estate planning, bankruptcy. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Washington.
How long has William R. Walton practiced law?
William R. Walton has 42+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1984.
Where did William R. Walton go to law school?
William R. Walton earned their education at (J.D., 1982); (B.S. Phoenix, 1973).
How can I contact William R. Walton for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Gonzaga University
- 1982
B.S. Phoenix
Arizona State University
- 1973

Bar Admissions

Washington
Admitted: 1984

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