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Biography
Attorney Michael Walker is a highly acclaimed litigator, recognized as one of the Top 100 Trial Lawyers by the National Trial Lawyers Association and among the Top 100 African American Litigators by the National Black Lawyers Association. Before founding his own firm, he served as Chief Counsel in the United States Congress for five years, advocating for Pennsylvania on Capitol Hill. Michael's dedication to civil rights is further evidenced by his work as an executive with the Urban League, where he championed the economic and civil rights of communities of color. As an associate attorney with a Philadelphia Regional Defense Firm, he honed his litigation skills. Known for taking on major corporations in discrimination cases, Michael has secured impactful verdicts and settlements. His formidable presence ensures that insurance companies take notice in negligence cases, and he is an unwavering defender when clients face criminal charges, committed to taking cases to trial and securing victories.
Whether it is criminal defense or personal injury... WE FIGHT FOR TRUTH!
Practice Areas
3
Practice Areas
Criminal Defense
65%
Discrimination
30%
Personal Injury
5%
Fees and Rates
Cost
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
Awards
2019 2017 2013
Licenses
Licensed in Pennsylvania for 20 years
State: Pennsylvania
Acquired: 2005
No misconduct found
Location
The Walker Firm
(866) 227-9362
Fax
(610) 279-3769
Fax
516 Dekalb Street, Norristown, PA, 19401
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Posted by P. Jones III | January 27, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes
Forever Thankful
I reached out to Mr. Walker a few years back, when i was going through situation. During my consultation with Michael Walker , I knew it was the right move to get him behind my case. Mr. Walker was on point from the beginning. He showed up to all court dates on time, and assisted me along the way. A...
Posted by anonymous | July 29, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
Worst lawyer ever
Paid this lawyer $22,000 and he did absolutely nothing for us but beg and demand payments.. He didnt show up to 2 court dates and had to be supoenad by the judge to show up.. Barely tried to do anything to help make our situation better.. Had to basically beg him to go see my fiance in prison when we...
Michael Walker
Replied last July 29, 2021This is an unfortunate review! In a homicide case the fees are bit higher than normal along with the fact the matter was out of county and was more than an hour from my office. Notwithstanding, everything requested of me I was able to provide and won most if not every motion filed. In fact it was asked for me to file to withdraw of the open plea and the Judge granted the motion after argument. The client then decided he didn't want to go to trial. Ultimately, he received the same exact deal I was able to secure in the first place and I double checked with the Prosecutors and they confirmed he received the same deal. Know this, I would have prevailed at trial!
Michael Anthony Walker's Lawyer Endorsements
"Michael Walker is an exceptional trial attorney. I have worked with Mr. Walker on multiple Co-Defendant cases and he has always impressed me with his expertise and presence. If you need a skillful charismatic trial attorney on your side, there is no one better than Michael Walker."
"I have personally witnessed Mr. Walker's courtroom advocacy on numerous occasions. He is always well-prepared and a great oral advocate on behalf of his clients. He fights tirelessly to protect his clients' rights and to achieve great outcomes."
"I’ve known Michael for a few years. We’ve worked on cases together and bounced ideas/strategy off one another. I find him to be extremely knowledgeable and compassionate in his areas of practice"
"I worked with Michael Walker during his time in the Philadelphia District Attorney's Office, and I continue to have contact with him with regard to various matters in his current practice. You could not wish for a better advocate on your behalf than Michael. His focus is always on fighting for his client. He leaves no stone unturned in his quest to do the best job possible. Michael is dedicated and tenacious, and continually strives to do the right and just thing in every situation. Integrity is paramount with him. Additionally, he is responsible, reliable, honest, and one of the hardest-working people I know in any field. As a bonus, he is also pleasant and charming, and can work well with all types of people, because he has the ability to connect with them on a real, personal level. Despite all of these great attributes, he is also incredibly humble and down-to-earth. I am fortunate that I know Michael and have had the opportunity to work with him. I highly endorse him."
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Experience
Honors
2026
Top 100 Attorney, National Black Lawyers
2026
Top 100 Black Trial Lawyer of Pennsylvania, National Black Trial Lawyers of America
2026
Top 100 Litigator, The National Black Lawyers Association
2018
Top 100 Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers Association
2018
Top 100 Attorney, National Black Lawyers
Work Experience
2011 - 2015
Chief Counsel, United States House Of Representatives
2008 - 2026
Owner, The Walker Firm
2005 - 2008
VP & General Counsel, Urban League of Philadelphia
2004 - 2005
Associate, Marshall Dennehey Warner Coleman & Goggin
2003 - 2004
Clerk, Philadelphia District Attorney's Office
Associations
2018 - Present
National Trial Lawyers AssociationMember
2017 - Present
National Black LawyersMember
2015 - Present
Barristers' Association of PhiladelphiaMember
Pennsylvania Bar Association
Sample of Legal Cases
Commonwealth v. Walker
Not Guilty
Commonwealth v. Raymond Hill
The case was tried from the bench and the court came back not guilty
Commonwealth v. Terrelle Marshall
Case was thrown out after argument.
Commonwealth v. Griffin
Not Guilty
Commonwealth v. Stevenson
Not Guilty
Education
N/A
Ohio Northern University - Claude W. Pettit College of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
N/A
University of Miami Florida
BS - Bachelor of Science
Speaking Engagements
2022
Annual Meeting
Civil Rights
2019
Know Your Rights
Probable Cause and Speaking to Police when Stopped
2018
Esquire Speaks
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Languages
English
Activity
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Q&A
Can I sue the management company (that my landlord hired) for negligence, poor management, and property damage?
29 Sep 2013
Q&A
If you lose a custody modification case - can you re file? I'm confident I was not supposed to lose this case.
30 Sep 2013