Riley Carrol Walter is a lawyer practicing bankruptcy, reorganizations, agricultural law and 2 other areas of law. Riley received a B.A. degree from California Polytechnic State University in 1973, and has been licensed for 46 years. Riley practices at Wanger Jones Helsley PC in Fresno, CA.
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Leave a review about your experience with this lawyer.When we needed a bankruptcy attorney Riley Walter was highly recommended to us. From the first day we met with him his compassion and knowledge for dairy farmers and agriculture was evident. When our case took some unexpected twists and turns, Riley was always prepared and one step ahead. He knew just how to navigate any legal issue that arose and if we did not fully understand something, he always took the time to explain the issue. Riley is a very passionate problem solver who truly cares.
I have worked with many attorneys in the Fresno area for over 30 years. When I was in need of a bankruptcy attorney for myself Riley was the one I wanted to represent me. He is by far the best I have worked with.
Riley Walter is an astute attorney who has excellent understanding of business negotiation and practices as it pertains to bankruptcy law. He clearly sees the big picture and works diligently and cleverly to arrive at solutions for his clients.
Riley is excellent at more than the legal contract. He is helpful at providing strategic guidance related to the business transaction(s) and implications of specific options that may need to be considered during the process. He is very responsive, professional and considerate in addition to being very wise in his recommendations.
Experience
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Bar Admission & MembershipsAdmissions1980, California
1993, U.S. Supreme Court
2009, U.S. District Court, Southern District of California
1980, U.S. District Court, Eastern and Northern Districts of California, and U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit
Bar FellowshipBar Fellowships: Member of the American College of Bankruptcy, Class XIII. He has been recognized as a "Top 100" Super Lawyer for Northern California for 2011 and 2012 and as a Northern California Super Lawyer for 2004 through 2012. Mr. Walter is a past President of the Central California Bankruptcy Association; past President of the San Joaquin Valley Chapter of the Federal Bar Association, past Director of the California Bankruptcy Forum and California Receiver's Forum, past Chair of the Business Law and Agricultural Law Sections of the Fresno County Bar Association, and past Co-Chair of the Agribusiness Committee of the Business Law Section of the California State Bar. He was a lawyer representative to the Ninth Circuit Judicial Conference from 2007 to 2009 and is a past chair of the Eastern District Conference Committee. Mr. Walter's passion for serving his community is evident through his active involvement in civic and social organizations. He is a founding board member of the Central Valley Business Incubator and currently serves as chair of the Advisory Council for the Lyles Center for Entrepreneurship and Innovation. He recently served on the City of Fresno Charter Review Commission. He is now a trustee of Children's Hospital Central California. In addition, he has also been a trustee or director of several cultural, arts and historical groups. In his spare time, he reads, studies Native American anthropology and enjoys adventure travel. Member: Fresno County (Director, 2003-2006; Business Law Section Chair, 1989; Agricultural Law Section Chair, 1995) and Federal (Member, San Joaquin Chapter; Director, 1998-2005; President, 2003) Bar Associations; State Bar of California (Member, Business Law Section; Agribusiness Committee Co-Chair, 1999-2000); Central California Bankruptcy Association (President, 1988). -
Education & CertificationsLaw SchoolWestern State University
Class of 1980
J.D.
Other EducationCalifornia Polytechnic State University
Class of 1973
B.A.
California Polytechnic State University
Class of 1974
M.S.
Legal CertificationsCertified Business Bankruptcy Specialist, American Board of Bankruptcy Certification -
Personal Details & HistoryAgeBorn in 1951
Evansville, Indiana
Riley Carrol Walter
265 E. River Park Circle, Suite 310Fresno, CA 93720-1553U.S.A.
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Is this attorney admitted to practice in any U.S. Federal Courts?Riley Carrol Walter is admitted to practice before the United States District Court for the Southern District of California and United States Supreme Court.
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Is this attorney Martindale-Hubbell Peer Review rated?Yes, Riley Carrol Walter has a 4.7 Peer Rating from Martindale-Hubbell.
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Is this attorney Martindale-Hubbell Client Review rated?Yes, Riley Carrol Walter has a 5.0 Client Rating from Martindale-Hubbell.
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How many attorneys are in this law firm?Wanger Jones Helsley PC has 27 attorneys at this location.
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Is this attorney listed in the Bar Register of Preeminent Lawyers?Riley Carrol Walter is listed in the Business Law, Commercial Law, Construction Law, Labor and Employment Law, Personal Injury, Real Estate Law, Trusts and Estates and Wills and Probate section of the Bar Register of Preeminent Lawyers.