About Robert B.
Robert B. Walker is an attorney based in Herndon, Virginia, with over four decades of experience in the legal field. He is licensed to practice law in three jurisdictions: Tennessee, the District of Columbia, and Virginia. Mr. Walker's practice encompasses many areas, including estate planning, probate administration, civil litigation, and transportation law. His experience allows him to effectively represent clients in various legal matters, such as estate planning, guardianship proceedings, business entity formation, and bankruptcy proceedings. Since 1996, Mr.
Walker has been an active member of the Fairfax Bar Association (FBA). His involvement has included serving on the FBA Board of Directors, where he contributed to the governance and direction of the organization. Additionally, he has participated in the Conciliation Task Force, providing alternative dispute resolution services to help resolve conflicts amicably. His commitment to the community is further demonstrated through his role as a Guardian ad Litem for incapacitated adults, ensuring that their legal rights are protected. Furthermore, he has volunteered with the Legal Services of Northern Virginia's pro bono domestic violence program, offering legal assistance to those in need. Mr. Walker's professional affiliations extend beyond the FBA.
He is also a member of the American Bar Association and the District of Columbia Bar. His contributions to the field have been recognized with the Distinguished Service Award from the Transportation Lawyers Association. His leadership roles have included serving on its Executive Committee and as Chairman of the Practice and Procedures Committee, where he helped shape policies and practices within the transportation law sector. Throughout his career, Mr. Walker has represented transportation companies in matters before state and federal departments of transportation. His expertise extends to general business matters, including customs, contracts, and loss and damage claims. He has appeared before numerous trial courts, bankruptcy courts, and appellate courts, advocating for clients as both appellant and appellee.
His experience includes negotiating and drafting contracts for transportation services, as well as representing individuals and corporations before various federal agencies, demonstrating his versatility in handling complex legal issues. Mr. Walker's educational background is impressive. He earned his Bachelor of Science in Biology with a minor in Chemistry from Arkansas State University in 1967. He then obtained a Master of Science in Clinical Chemistry from the University of Tennessee in 1972. In 1975, he received his Juris Doctor from Memphis State University School of Law — His office is conveniently located at 709 Old Hunt Way, Herndon, VA 20170. For inquiries, he can be contacted by phone at (703) 437-5128 or via email at rwalker@rwalkerlaw.com.