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Frederick E. Walker
also known as Fred E. Walker
About Frederick
Biography
FRED E. WALKER
Fred Walker is a board-certified attorney, having first been certified as a specialist in Consumer Bankruptcy Law by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization in 1989. Mr. Walker practices law in his own firm, Fred E. Walker & Associates, P.C. He has practiced in this field since 1983, when he graduated from Texas Tech University School of Law. In 1978 Mr. Walker obtained his Bachelor of Business Administration from the University of Texas in Austin.
Mr. Walker is a member of the American Bankruptcy Institute, National Association of Consumer Bankruptcy Attorneys, College of the State Bar of Texas, Texas State Bar Association, Travis County Bar Association, and the Bankruptcy Section of the Austin Bar Association. He is admitted to practice in all Texas Courts; the United States Bankruptcy Court for the Western District of Texas, the United States District Court for the Western District of Texas, the 5th Circuit Court of Appeals and the United States Tax Court.
He has handled numerous matters throughout the state involving bankruptcy, reorganizations and resolution of tax deficiencies, representing primarily debtors, but also representing creditors, trustees and other interested parties. A substantial portion of his practice is devoted to the representation of individual debtors in consumer bankruptcy proceedings and resolving tax collection matters, and he has successfully represented over 15,000 people during his career.
Mr. Walker is rated Excellent by AVVO, one of the leading websites where consumers go to find information about lawyers, and he has been awarded the AVVO Client’s Choice Award in 2012 and 2013. He is active in local community and civic affairs. He has served as a Trustee for the Lake Travis Independent School District where he served as an advocate for children and education.
Fred Walker has three children; his eldest son Garrett is studying Criminal Justice at Texas State University, his oldest daughter Rachel is studying Management and Marketing at Trinity University in San Antonio, Texas; and his third daughter Katie is a Junior at St. Michael's Academy in Austin, Texas. Both Garrett and Rachel plan on following in their father's footsteps and attending law school while Katie has her heart set on being a Pediatrician.
Practice Areas
4
Practice Areas
Chapter 7 Bankruptcy
50%
42 years | 15,000 cases
Tax
30%
37 years | 2,000 cases
Chapter 13 Bankruptcy
18%
42 years | 5,000 cases
Chapter 11 Bankruptcy
2%
34 years | 100 cases
Fees and Rates
Cost
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
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Licensed in Texas for 42 years
State: Texas
Acquired: 1983
No misconduct found
Location
Fred E. Walker, PC
108 Wild Basin Rd Ste 250, West Lake Hills, TX, 78746
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Frederick E. Walker's Reviews
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140 Client Reviews
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Practice Areas
Bankruptcy & Debt (67)
Debt Settlement (18)
Tax (17)
Debt Collection (9)
Chapter 7 Bankruptcy (8)
Lawsuits & Disputes (7)
Business (6)
Foreclosure (6)
Corporate & Incorporation (5)
Credit Repair (3)
Contracts & Agreements (2)
Divorce & Separation (2)
Chapter 13 Bankruptcy (1)
Debt & Lending Agreements (1)
Estate Planning (1)
Financial Markets and Services (1)
Litigation (1)
Real Estate (1)
Residential (1)
Social Security Disability (1)
Wills & Living Wills (1)
What Clients Mention
Recommendation (53)
Case Results (49)
General Knowledge (41)
Professionalism (39)
Practice Area Knowledge (38)
Staff & Support (27)
Character & Conduct (24)
Advocacy (23)
Cost of Services (23)
Compassion (22)
Communication Style (21)
Responsiveness (18)
Trustworthiness (13)
Payment Plans (8)
Free Consultations (6)
Punctuality (2)
Showing 1 - 5 of 53 reviews | Recommendation
Posted by Donald | May 15, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Chapter 7 Bankruptcy
Highly Recommended
Fred Walker and his staff did a terrific job with my Chapter 7 filing. The trustee treated us with respect because of Fred's preparation and thorough documentation. I recommend him without reservation.
Posted by TLF | October 26, 2023 | Hired Attorney
Best Attorney in any field
Fred Walker is the best !!! - In my 40+ years as a professional who has worked with dozens of attorneys none has been as great as Fred Walker. - He is professional, extremely astute in the law, constantly available and very personable. He was always immediately available {weekdays, week nights an...
Posted by Chris | April 26, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Tax
Great lawyer!
Fred Walker is awesome! I'm a complete layman when it comes to taxes and dealing with the irs. Fred explained everything to me in a way that I could totally understand and he helped me easily get through what I thought was going to be a total nightmare. I highly recommend Fred Walker to anyone who...
Posted by Vicky | July 30, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Contracts & Agreements
What Other Attorneys Failed to do Fred Came Through
What can I say? Fred Walker came through for me when four other attorneys could not but who were more than happy to charge me. After five years of dealing with a contract issue and its tentacles of entanglement, I found Fred. Within a month, the issue was resolved to my satisfaction saving me $100,...
Posted by anonymous | August 29, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Bankruptcy & Debt
great lawyer - highly recommend
Fred is the best. I've had several major financial issues I've needed help with and he's always given me great advice and been so incredibly patient with me through the process. I can't thank him enough for making very stressful situations run as smoothly as possible and helping to get my future ba...
Frederick E. Walker's Lawyer Endorsements
"I endorse this lawyer. Gives excellent, insightful answers to questions on AVVO. I would not hesitate to refer clients to Mr. Walker."
"I endorse this lawyer. Frederick is a sharp witted, outside-the-box thinker who brings these attributes to the table for his clients' benefit."
"I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Walker is a skilled and respected member of the legal community."
"I endorse this lawyer. An extremely talented and well respected attorney in the legal community."
"I have worked with this lawyer for several years and have referred him many clients. They all report that they are extremely satisfied."
"Top-notch attorney. Highly respected in the legal community."
"This is a very good bankruptcy attorney and is highly respected by peers in this community. I am happy to endorse this attorney!"
"I have worked with Fred Walker on various matters. He is an excellent attorney."
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"Fred Walker is an excellent bankruptcy and tax attorney. I endorse his work."
"I endorse this lawyer. Fred is a very talented bankruptcy attorney."
"I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Walker is very knowledgeable regarding the various complexities of Bankruptcy Law. Fred will take the time to determine the proper course of action for each client prior to filing a case, and will ensure that the client understands and approves of the plan of action."
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Experience
Honors
1989
Board Certified Consumer Bankruptcy Specialist Since 1989, Texas Board of Legal Specialization
Work Experience
1986 - Present
Managing Member, Fred E. Walker & Associates, P.C.
1985 - 1986
Associate General Counsel, Bayly, Martin @ Faye, International
1983 - 1985
Attorney for the Receiver, Texas State Board of Insurance
1982 - 1983
Legislative Aide, Texas State Representative Bill Presnal
Associations
2003 - Present
National Association of Consumer Bankruptcy AttorneysMember
1986 - Present
Travis County Bar AssociationMember
1983 - Present
State Bar of TexasMember
1993 - 1995
Lake Travis Independent School DistrictTrustee
Sample of Legal Cases
MARY ROSE DELEON v. DEUTSCHE BANK NATIONAL TRUST COMPANY, AS TRUSTEE
Mortgage Modified
In Re: Jerry Don Summers
Judgment rendered for Debtor.
In Re: Gary Eugene Sabins
Debtor received discharge. Case Closed.
Charles L. Ashford v. WM Specialty Mortgage, LLC
Mortgage Modified
Education
1983
Texas Tech School of Law
Doctor of Jurisprudence
1978
University of Texas System, Austin
B.B.A.
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Guides
Legal Answers
Q&A
Who receives the proceeds of the annuity?
31 May 2021
Q&A
I filed the the tax 1040 IRS but the tax amount deducted by my employer regarding the social security etc. was never submitted?
29 May 2021
Q&A
What is the law regarding the responsibility of paying someone for something they did for which they were not hired for?
11 May 2021
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