Lawrence G. Walters

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Lawrence G. Walters

also known as Larry Walters

4.9
36 reviews
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Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 37 years

Internet Lawyer at Longwood, FL
Practice Areas: Internet, Gaming, Intellectual Property, Constitutional

195 W. Pine Ave., Longwood, FL

Virtual Consultation Available

About Lawrence

Biography

Providing cutting-edge legal guidance for over 30 years. Creative solutions for complex issues.

Aggressive representation in First Amendment and Constitutional Law litigation for over 30 years. Your Freedom is Our Business!

Providing top shelf legal guidance for gaming, gambling, and sweepstakes clients for over 30 years

Providing cutting edge legal advice in the intellectual Property field for over 30 years

Providing strategic legal guidance in the Internet law field for over 3 decades

Practice Areas

4

Practice Areas

Internet 40%

Internet law practice deals with protecting the legal and constitutional rights of online businesses in the fields of gaming, entertainment, dating, advertising, hosting, cryptocurrency, payment processors, live cams, etc.

31 years

40%
Gaming 25%

Our gaming law practice involves online gambling along with alternative gaming activity such as sweepstakes, penny auctions, fantasy sports, skill gaming, and contests. We also represent video game developers and distributors.

37 years

25%
Intellectual Property 20%

We assist clients with copyright and trademark registration along with representation in infringement litigation, arbitration, and domain name disputes.

38 years

20%
Constitutional 15%

Our constitutional law practice involves legal challenges to statutes, ordinances, and governmental policies affecting constitutional rights of businesses or individuals, primarily on the grounds of freedom of speech.

38 years

15%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Hourly Rates

$ 135-650 per hour


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

Awards

Client's Choice
Client's Choice
2023
Top Contributor
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2020 2019 2014
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Licenses

Licensed in Florida for 37 years

State: Florida

Acquired: 1988

Member in Good Standing

No misconduct found

Location

Law Offices of Lawrence G. Walters

195 W. Pine Ave., Longwood, FL, 32750

www.FirstAmendment.com

Online Presence

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Lawrence G. Walters's Reviews

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Posted by Anthony | May 19, 2011 | Lawsuits & Disputes

Simply the best Attorney I've ever seen

Selecting an attorney is a process not to be taken lightly. So, I was thorough, speaking with seven or eight attorneys before I was fortunate enough to find Mr. Lawrence Walters. From the outset, I could immediately see he is highly intelligent, articulate and a straight talker. My instincts said he... was honest and genuinely cared about his clients, and that is exactly correct. Unlike many attorneys, he didn't just tell me what I wanted to hear, he provided a very realistic assessment of my case and possible outcomes. Mr. Walters and his associates were extremely professional, responsive and courteous. Any questions asked were answered completely. He was very thorough in his research and prepared to file my counterclaim if necessary. I firmly believe his reputation made the opposition very anxious. He obtained a highly favorable settlement in mediation and his billing was more than fair. I am well pleased with my decision to retain his counsel. Without the slightest hesitation, I would highly recommend Mr. Walter's to anyone desiring outstanding legal representation.

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Lawrence G. Walters's Lawyer Endorsements

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Geoffrey Hoatson

Constitutional lawyer | May 14

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Lawrence is the face of first amendment law. Great attorney and family man."

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Andrew Jaffe

Internet lawyer | Apr 16

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. I have been reading the avvo answers of this lawyer and always agree with his statements. I just read one of his legal guides and was very impressed. If you are looking for a lawyer, I am sure Lawrence would be a good choice!"

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Sean Cleary

Constitutional lawyer | Sep 29

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. An extremely talented and well respected attorney in the legal community."

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Markus Sermons

Criminal defense lawyer | Jul 10

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Walters' dedication to the legal profession is inspirational."

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D. Sperlein

Constitutional lawyer | Jun 24

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I first met Larry Walters as opposing counsel in a copyright infringement case some 12 years ago. Since then, we have become colleagues and friends. Don't let the boyish good looks fool you, Walters is one of the wisest and most experienced lawyers in the country when it comes to the First Amendment. He is a true believer the the importance of free speech and a free press, but he never lets his own ideals get in the way of making decisions that are right for his client. He is a brilliant strategist, but always considers the client first. You can't do better."

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Jonathan Katz

Litigation lawyer | Feb 16

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"When I became a member of the First Amendment Lawyers Association fourteen years ago, Larry was among the very experienced members who warmly welcomed me. Only around three or four years later, he asked me to be local counsel on behalf of a Maryland prison officer who had been suspended over protected First Amendment activity conducted before he applied for his prison job. Before joining Larry in that litigation, I already knew that he was tireless and effective in his work, and his peformance in that litigation underlined that all the more. Those needing the type of services Larry provides are fortunate to have him available to them."

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Matthew Clawson

Unknown lawyer | Feb 06

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Christian Lassen

Unknown lawyer | Nov 03

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Top-notch attorney. Highly respected in the legal community."

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Kevin Burke

Internet lawyer | Oct 02

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Christopher Leroi

Criminal defense lawyer | Sep 30

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Mr. Walters continues to impress and provide excellent, well-reasoned, and common sense advice on Avvo. I learn from him every day and that is definitely saying something. I have been practicing for 24 years and have been a judge, magistrate, prosecutor, and private attorney. I would recommend him to everyone and anyone."

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Andrew Contiguglia

Internet lawyer | Jun 11

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse Larry's work in the areas of both Internet law and constitutional law. He is an uncompromising advocate for rights-protection as well as a provocative thinker. He has a deep loyalty to his clients."

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Marc Randazza

Constitutional lawyer | Mar 19

Relationship: Worked for lawyer

"Larry was my mentor (still is). His skills and ethics are beyond the 10.0 rating that he already has here. As established as I am, I still often find myself consulting with him. As an attorney, you can find no better co-counsel. I recommend him without reservation."

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Gary Edinger

Constitutional lawyer | May 18

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Larry is one of the preeminent lawyers at the intersection between the First Amendment and the Internet. He also has a broad range of experience litigating threats to First Amendment rights in more conventional venues. Larry is an active member of the First Amendment Lawyer's Association where he gives presentations twice a year on recent developments in the law pertaining to the Internet and intellectual property. The FALA is a nationwide organization of attorneys practicing primarily in the field of censorship and free speech issues. Many of the most important First Amendment cases before the Supreme Court are argued by FALA members. I cannot recommend Larry highly enough."

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Whitney Boan

Criminal defense lawyer

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Geoffrey Hoatson

Elder law lawyer

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D. Sperlein

Copyright infringement lawyer

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Jonathan Katz

Criminal defense lawyer

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Luke Lirot

Civil rights lawyer

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Andrew Contiguglia

Business lawyer

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Corey Silverstein

Litigation lawyer

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Marc Randazza

Constitutional lawyer

Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2025

Internet Gaming Lawyer of the Year (US), Global Law Experts

2025

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2024

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2023

Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers

2022

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2021

First Amendment Law Firm of the Year, Lawyer International - Legal 100

2021

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2020

AV Rating - Preeminent, Martindale Hubble

2020

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2019

First Amendment Lawyer of the Year, ACQ5

2018

First Amendment Lawyer of the Year, Global Law Experts

2015

Media IP Lawyer of the Year - USA, Corporate Livewire

2011

Professional Achievement Award, University of Central Florida

2006

Best of the Bar Competition - Top 10%, Orlando Business Journal

2005

Annual Public Service Award, Association of Sites Advocating Child Protection

Work Experience

2010 - Present

Owner, Walters Law Group

2001 - 2009

Managing Partner, Weston, Garrou, Walters & Mooney

1998 - 2001

Partner, Wasserman & Walters

1993 - 1998

Partner, Doran, Walters, Rost, Wolfe & Ansay

1988 - 1992

Senior Associate, Kinsey Vincent Pyle, PA

Associations

2010 - Present

Woodhull Freedom Foundation

General Counsel

2005 - Present

International Masters of Gaming Law

Member

2005 - Present

Association of Sites Advocating Child Protection

Legal Advisor

2002 - Present

Florida Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

Member

1995 - Present

First Amendment Lawyers Association

Member & Past President

2003 - 2020

American Civil Liberties Union

Member & Past Chair - Legal Panel - Central Chapter

1997 - 2008

Florida Bar, Public Interest Law Section

Member

1997 - 2008

First Amendment Law Committee - Florida Bar

Chairman

Sample of Legal Cases

Shhh...Intimacy on a New Level v Pittsylvania County, Case #A-13-001

Victory: County agreed to permit continued operation of the store and grandfather store into future legislation

STATE v. MINAKASHIBEN PATEL, Case # 53-2013-CF-003893-01-XX

All charges dismissed.

State v. Theresa Taylor

Settled - $325 fine, no jail, no probation.

Stelmack v. State, (Fla. 2d DCA 2010)

Reversed; client discharged

State v. Stelmack

Client freed from jail. Conviction and sentence reversed on appeal.

State v. Karen Fletcher (W.D. Penn 2008)

Settled. Client avoided jail without trial.

State of Florida v. Christopher Wilson

Settled - No jail, no felony conviction.

State v. Tammy Robinson

Settled - Charges dropped.

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Education

1988

The Florida State University College of Law

Juris Doctor, With Honors

1985

University of Central Florida

BA - Bachelor of Arts (Magna Cum Laude)

Speaking Engagements

2025

Legal Impact Series Adult Website Age Verification

2018

2015

Woodhull Sexual Freedom Summit 2015 Human Sex Trafficking Policy Workshop

2015

iGaming North America Alternative Payment Solutions

2014

North American Gaming Regulators Conference Alternative Currency Regulatory Options

2012

Internet Gambling Regulation Symposium Internet Gambling Best Practices

2012

Canadian Gaming Summit U.S. Gaming Law Update

2011

First Amendment Lawyers Association, Winter Meeting

The Campaign Against Online Escort Sites

2010

First Amendment Lawyers Association Censorship of Video Games

2008

Winter, 2008 Meeting

Free Speech & the Internet

2008

Indie MMO Game Developer Conference

Law of MMORPG's

2008

Game Developers Conference

Free Speech & Censorship of Video Game Content

2008

Adult Entertainment Expo

First Amendment Protection of Erotic Speech

2007

IMGL Annual Meeting

Internet Gambling Law

2007

Gaming Law Minefield

Developments in Online Gambling Law

2007

Gaming in Canada

Legal Issues with Advertising Online Casinos

Publications

2013

Regulating Internet Gambling Gambling Advertising Best Practices

2012

Stanford Law & Policy Review Shooting the Messenger

2011

UNC Chapel Hill, School of Law, First Amendment Law Review How to Fix the Sexting Problem

2007

Internet Gambling Report Advertising Chapter

2006

Gaming Law Review Investment or Conspiracy? Legal Concerns about Investing in the Online Gambling Industry

2005

Nexus: A Journal of Opinion Obscenity in the Digital Age: The Re-Evaluation of Community Standards

2003

Gaming Law Review Advertising Online Casinos: An Analysis of the Legal Rights and Risks

Activity

Top Contributor

Lawrence earned significant contribution points in 2020.

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