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John R. Walker

John R. Walker

Walker & Partners

36+ Years

Legal Experience

About John R. Walker

John R. Walker, a Partner at SBSB's Houston office, brings nearly twenty-five years of experience representing insurance and employer interests. His practice focuses on the Longshore and Harbor Act, Defense Base Act, Non-Appropriated Funds Instrumentalities Act, Jones Act, and General Maritime and Admiralty Law. Additionally, John is well-versed in First Party Insurance Defense, representing employers, insurance carriers, and third parties across state, federal, and appellate courts.

Before joining SBSB, John managed First Party Insurance Defense, Maritime, and Admiralty cases in both state and federal courts. His scholarly contributions include several articles in the Corporate Counsel Review, notably "The Contingent Workforce in Texas - What Every Corporate Counsel Using Temporary, Contract, or Leased Employees Needs to Know" (Corp. Counsel Rev. 2010).

John is a sought-after speaker, frequently lecturing at Continuing Education courses for insurance carriers and conducting seminars on diverse civil litigation topics. He holds an undergraduate degree from Baylor University, where he led as Commodore of the Sailing Team. He earned his law degree from South Texas College of Law, participating in the South Texas Law Review.

John is licensed to practice law in Texas and admitted to the U.S. District Courts for the Southern and Eastern Districts of Texas, the U.S. Courts of Appeals for the Fifth and Ninth Circuits, and the U.S. Court of International Trade.

The information on this page is for general informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. Consult a licensed attorney for advice about your situation.

Practice Areas

Insurance Defense
Maritime Law
Insurance Claims
Workers' Compensation
Employment Law
Energy, Oil & Gas Law
Bad Faith Insurance
Business Insurance
Disability Insurance
Health Insurance
Life Insurance
Motor Vehicle Insurance
Property Insurance
Employee Benefits
Employment Contracts

Louisiana Car Accident Laws

Understanding Louisiana's accident laws is critical when pursuing a claim. Here are the key legal rules that apply to your case:

Statute of Limitations

1 year

Time limit to file a claim

Negligence Rule

pure comparative fault

How fault is determined

Min. Insurance (BI/PD)

$15K/$30K/$25K

Per person/per accident/property

Insurance System

At-Fault

At-fault driver's insurance pays

Frequently Asked Questions

What areas of law does John R. Walker specialize in?

John specializes in Longshore and Harbor Act, Defense Base Act, Non-Appropriated Funds Instrumentalities Act, Jones Act, and General Maritime and Admiralty Law, as well as First Party Insurance Defense.

Where is John R. Walker licensed to practice law?

He is licensed in Texas and admitted to the U.S. District Courts for the Southern and Eastern Districts of Texas, the U.S. Courts of Appeals for the Fifth and Ninth Circuits, and the U.S. Court of International Trade.

What is John R. Walker's educational background?

John holds a bachelor's degree from Baylor University and a law degree from South Texas College of Law.

Has John R. Walker published any legal articles?

Yes, John has published articles in the Corporate Counsel Review, including one on the contingent workforce in Texas.

Does John R. Walker participate in legal education?

Yes, he frequently lectures at Continuing Education courses and presents seminars on civil litigation matters.

Contact Information

1001 McKinney St. Suite 1400 Houston TX 77002
Gretna, LA
7135880446 Visit Website

Need Legal Help?

Contact John R. Walker for a free consultation about your accident case.

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After an Accident

  1. 1Seek immediate medical attention
  2. 2Document the scene & gather evidence
  3. 3File a police report
  4. 4Don't speak to insurance adjusters alone
  5. 5Contact John for a free case review

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