Craig Walker

Craig Walker is a Washington attorney and founding partner at Walker Heye, PLLC, with a practice focused on transactional real estate law, related litigation, small business operations, business formation, commercial litigation, and alternative dispute resolution. He also assists with sales and acquisitions of small businesses, provides counsel to homeowners associations, and maintains a significant estate planning practice. His work supports individuals, business owners, associations, and clients needing practical guidance in complex legal matters.

Mr. Walker earned his B.A., with distinction, from Washington State University in 1973. He earned his J.D. from the University of Washington Law School in 1976, graduating in the top ten percent of his class and receiving Order of the Coif recognition. This education supports his work in business planning, real estate transactions, legal analysis, negotiation, litigation strategy, estate planning, and client counseling.

Mr. Walker has been admitted to practice in Washington since 1976 and before the US District Court for the Eastern District of Washington since 1978. His long legal career reflects deep experience in business, property, estate, and dispute resolution matters. He also holds an AV Peer Review Rating through LexisNexis Martindale-Hubbell, reflecting professional recognition for legal ability and ethical standards within the legal community.

Craig Walker has served as general counsel to the Tri-City Development Council since 2004, served five years on the Richland School Board, and is a past president of the Benton-Franklin Bar Association. His community involvement reflects strong ties he has served as general counsel to the Tri-City Development Council since 2004, served five years on the Richland School Board, and is to the Tri-Cities region and a practical understanding of local business and civic needs. Clients can rely on him for prepared, experienced, and thoughtful legal guidance.

Law Office Affiliations

• Founding Partner, Walker Heye, PLLC
• Member, Washington State Bar Association
• General Counsel, Tri-City Development Council (TRIDEC)
• Former President, Benton-Franklin Bar Association

Licensed State

• Washington

Education

• University of Washington
  Juris Doctor (JD)
• Washington State University
  Bachelor of Arts

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