Walter E. “Pete” Moak

Walter E. “Pete” Moak is an Arizona attorney with more than four decades of legal experience devoted to helping individuals navigate serious financial and legal challenges. His career reflects a consistent focus on client advocacy, practical problem solving, and steady courtroom representation across bankruptcy and injury-related matters throughout Arizona.

Walter earned his formal legal education through a structured academic path that built a strong foundation for practice. He completed a Bachelor of Arts at Arizona State University in 1970. He later earned his Juris Doctor from LOUISIANA STATE U in 1973, establishing the academic credentials required for long-term legal service.

Walter began his legal career in the Arizona court system, serving as a legal assistant and bailiff to Judge Kenneth Chatwin of the Maricopa County Superior Court prior to bar admission. This early exposure provided firsthand knowledge of courtroom procedure, judicial expectations, and trial preparation that shaped his later litigation work.

Walter has tried cases in most Arizona counties and has conducted more than fifty jury trials. His background includes work as Arizona Trial Counsel for ITT Hartford and as Southwest Regional Manager for legal offices at Allstate Insurance Company, expanding his experience in insurance defense and complex litigation oversight.

Walter is recognized for his consumer advocacy work, particularly protecting the rights of debtors and injury victims. His practice history includes extensive involvement in Chapter 7 and Chapter 13 bankruptcy matters, as well as personal injury cases, reflecting a career dedicated to guiding clients through high-stress legal situations.

Walter E. “Pete” Moak has received professional recognition through BV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell honors in 2017 and 2009, reflecting peer-reviewed legal ability and ethical standards. He remains an active member of multiple professional associations and is admitted to practice in all Arizona State Courts and the U.S. District Court for the District of Arizona.

Law Office Affiliations

• Owner, The Moak Law Firm, PLLC
• Member, Maricopa County Bar Association
• Member, State Bar of Arizona

Licensed State

• Arizona

Education

• Louisiana State University
  Juris Doctor (JD)
• Arizona State University
  Bachelor of Arts

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