Ten areas of law,
one attorney
Immigration, real estate, family, bankruptcy, criminal, business and litigation — handled personally from start to finish.
ExploreTen areas of law,
Michael L. Walker, Esq.
Admitted in New York and Massachusetts in 2007, and practising from the same Bay Ridge office since 2008.
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matter is filed
Brooklyn, Bay Ridge, Staten Island and New York City — each borough files in a different court.
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the attorney
Consultations are free for every practice area, with no obligation. Call the office or send a message.
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Our Approach
A boutique practice built around one attorney.
When you call, you speak with Michael L. Walker — not an intake department, and not a different associate each time your matter moves forward.
Every matter is assessed on its own facts. You will get a clear reading of where you stand, the options genuinely available to you, and what each one is likely to cost in time and money. Some matters are best resolved quietly and quickly. Others have to be litigated. You will be told which one yours is.
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Bay Ridge office
Second Floor Suite
9052 Fort Hamilton Parkway
Brooklyn, NY 11209
9052 Fort Hamilton Parkway
Brooklyn, NY 11209
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Practice areas
Legal Services
A general-practice law office serving Brooklyn and New York City. Select an area below to read what the firm handles and what a first conversation usually covers.
Bankruptcy Law
Consumer bankruptcy, discharge of debts and negotiating modifications on loan obligations.
- Chapter 7 and Chapter 13 filings
- Creditor calls, collection suits and judgments
- Loan modification discussions
Immigration Law
A full-service immigration practice covering deportation defense, the visa process and naturalization.
- Removal and deportation defense
- Family-based and employment visa petitions
- Naturalization and citizenship applications
Divorce Law
Dissolution of a marriage, including equitable distribution, custody, visitation, child support and maintenance.
- Contested and uncontested divorce
- Equitable distribution of the marital estate
- Support and maintenance issues
Family Law
Orders of protection, petitions for support, downward modifications, custody and visitation.
- Custody and visitation petitions
- Child and spousal support proceedings
- Orders of protection
Real Estate Law
Proceedings and transactions that deal with real property — land and the structures attached to it.
- Residential purchases and sales
- Contract review and closings
- Deed transfers and title issues
Wills, Trusts & Estates
Matters that deal with the distribution of an individual's property at his or her death.
- Wills and basic estate planning documents
- Trust planning discussions
- Probate and estate administration
Civil Litigation
Disputes between two or more parties seeking money damages or performance rather than criminal sanctions.
- Contract and business disputes
- Collection and judgment matters
- Motion practice and settlement discussions
Criminal Law
Representing clients in criminal cases from the investigative stage through the grand jury process, plea agreements and all other facets.
- Arraignments and early case review
- Grand jury and pre-trial proceedings
- Plea negotiations and hearings
Employment Law
Litigation brought by alleged former employees seeking compensation for unpaid wages.
- Unpaid wage and overtime claims
- Wage statement and record issues
- Pre-suit demands and negotiations
Business Law
Incorporation, LLCs, partnerships, shareholder and operating agreements, and business sales and purchases.
- Entity formation and governance documents
- Operating and shareholder agreements
- Business sales and purchases
Not Sure Which Area Applies?
That is a common starting point, and it is not a problem. Describe what happened in your own words and the office will tell you whether it is a matter the firm handles.
About Michael L. WalkerFree Initial Consultation
Describe your situation in your own words. If it falls within the firm's practice areas, the next step is a conversation with the attorney.
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Experience
Experience Applied to Every Matter
Each legal matter requires careful review of the facts, the applicable law, the available evidence and the client's own goals. Michael L. Walker approaches every case with focused preparation and direct communication.
The practice was opened in Bay Ridge, Brooklyn in 2008, following admission to the New York and Massachusetts bars in 2007 and work at a boutique immigration law firm in Manhattan. Mr. Walker has represented clients before the U.S. Department of Homeland Security, Immigration and Customs Enforcement and U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services.
2008Bay Ridge practice opened
2State bars: NY & MA
10Practice areas handled
No specific case results, settlement amounts or verdicts are published on this website. Prior results, where they exist, do not guarantee a similar outcome. Every matter depends on its own facts.
Educational resources
Legal Insights
General, educational articles about how legal matters usually work in New York — written to help you prepare, not to advise you on your own situation.
Consultations
What to Bring to an Initial Legal Consultation
A practical checklist of documents, dates and questions that make a first meeting with an attorney far more productive.
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Procedure
How Legal Deadlines Can Affect a Claim
Why deadlines exist, why they vary by the type of matter and jurisdiction, and why no website can calculate yours.
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Choosing counsel
Questions to Ask Before Hiring an Attorney
Ten questions that reveal how a law office actually works — communication, fees, staffing and expectations.
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Common questions
Frequently Asked Questions
The office handles bankruptcy, immigration, divorce, family law, real estate, wills, trusts and estates, civil litigation, criminal, employment and business matters. If your situation falls outside these areas, the office can tell you that directly rather than taking the matter.
Call (718) 680-9700 or complete the consultation request form on this page. A general description of your situation is enough to begin.
Bring any documents you already have — court papers, contracts, correspondence, notices — along with a short written timeline of events and the names of everyone involved, which the office needs for a conflict check. Our article on what to bring to an initial consultation covers this in detail. Do not delay contacting the office because a document is missing.
No. Submitting a form, sending an email or calling the office does not create an attorney-client relationship and does not make the information you send privileged. A relationship is formed only after the firm completes a conflict check and both parties sign a written agreement.
Fee arrangements depend on the type of matter and its complexity, and are explained before any representation begins. This website does not publish specific fees or fee structures. Ask the office directly during your consultation. This answer is general and must be reviewed and completed by the attorney before publication.
There is no single answer. Timelines depend on the type of matter, the court or agency involved, the other parties, and how quickly documents can be gathered. An attorney who has reviewed your file can describe the realistic range for your matter; a website cannot.
Yes. The firm's earlier published service areas include New York City generally, Brooklyn, Staten Island and Bay Ridge. Whether the firm can handle a specific matter also depends on where the matter is pending and which court or agency has jurisdiction.
The office reviews the general nature of the request, confirms whether it falls within the firm's practice areas, and follows up to arrange a consultation. A conflict check is completed before the firm can discuss the matter in depth or agree to represent you.
No. No attorney can guarantee the outcome of a legal matter, and any attorney who does should be treated with caution. Prior results do not guarantee a similar outcome.
Information sent through this website before an attorney-client relationship exists is not protected by the attorney-client privilege. Please keep website submissions general and do not include Social Security numbers, financial account information, passwords or medical record numbers. The firm's handling and retention practices for website submissions must be confirmed by the attorney before this answer is finalized.
Discuss Your Legal Matter With an Attorney
Every legal situation begins with understanding the facts. Contact the office of Michael L. Walker, ESQ to discuss whether the firm may be able to assist.
Submitting a request does not create an attorney-client relationship or guarantee that the firm will accept the matter. The firm must complete a conflict check before representation can begin.