Joel M. Walker
About Joel M. Walker
Joel M. Walker is a lawyer based in Pittsburgh, PA and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® since 2008. Joel M. Walker is recognized in the following practice areas:
- Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
- Banking and Finance Law
- Bankruptcy and Creditor Debtor Rights / Insolvency and Reorganization Law
- Bet-the-Company Litigation
- Litigation - Bankruptcy
Current Firm: Nye, Stirling, Hale, Miller & Sweet
Education: University of Pittsburgh, J.D., graduated 1977
Location: Pittsburgh, PA
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