Walters West has an unwavering commitment to justice.
At Walters West APC, we believe that every case we represent deserves exceptional attention, and our track record illustrates our capability to deliver results that impact not just our clients, but the broader community as well.
REPRESENTATIVE MATTERS
Orange County
5-week bench trial resulting in a seven-figure judgment
San Bernardino County
Successful removal of a trustee
Los Angeles County
Recovery of real property previously expected to be forfeited.
APPELLATE SUCCESSES
2nd Appellate District
Successful modification of an appeal
Mr. Walters was part of a team that successfully obtained a grant of writ of certiorari from the United State Supreme Court.
5th Appellate District
Reversed an adverse decision
CIVIL LITIGATION & DEFENSE
Los Angeles County & Orange County
Multiple successful Motions for Summary Judgement (MSJ)
CORPORATE & BUSINESS TRANSACTIONS
Structured and completed business transactions exceeding $100 million in total value, including mergers and acquisitions, shareholder buyouts, commercial real estate transactions, and corporate restructurings.
Negotiated complex asset purchase agreements, commercial leases, and strategic acquisitions, including the acquisition of a historically significant commercial property and the successful unwinding of a transaction after uncovering seller fraud.
Developed business continuity strategies during bankruptcy-related matters and successfully secured federal trademark registrations for new brands.
REGULATORY & COMPLIANCE
Developed employment, human resources, and compliance policies to reduce organizational risk.
Led cybersecurity incident response and regulatory compliance efforts for healthcare organizations, including HIPAA, HITECH Act, Stark Law, False Claims Act, and Affordable Care Act matters.
Conducted internal investigations involving employment claims, regulatory issues, confidential information, trade secrets, higher education institutions, and audit committees.
Negotiated favorable resolutions of environmental regulatory enforcement actions.
Successfully resolved multiple government investigations while protecting clients' operations and reputations.
Implemented a creative solution that eliminated a six-figure tax penalty arising from a REIT compliance issue.
Successfully defended an employer before the Division of Labor Standards Enforcement, obtaining dismissal of an employee wage claim.
Successfully petitioned the Higher Learning Commission to modify an accreditation rule, allowing an Ohio faith-based university to retain its accreditation.
LITIGATION & APPEALS
Achieved a favorable mid-trial settlement for an international fiber optic company in a complex breach of contract dispute.
Secured a judicial ruling declaring a company's executive compensation plan unlawful, leading to a seven-figure settlement for the former executive.
Obtained a stay pending appeal and preliminary injunction protecting privileged clergy-penitent communications from disclosure.
Developed a litigation strategy for one of California's largest private companies that resulted in the demolition of nuisance properties and recovery of attorney's fees.
Turned a potential $1.6 million products liability exposure into a $125,000 post-trial settlement.
Secured a six-figure settlement in a federal patent dispute after assuming representation following adverse rulings by prior counsel.
Served on the legal team that obtained a rarely granted writ of certiorari from the United States Supreme Court, ultimately leading to a Supreme Court victory for a pro bono client.
Defeated or decertified class actions involving industry leaders, including American Airlines, Walmart, and Sony.
Successfully resolved a complex mortgage and real estate dispute involving competing purchasers and statute of limitations issues.
Secured a six-figure recovery for an indigent client referred by the Legal Aid Foundation of Los Angeles.
Successfully petitioned the California Court of Appeal to modify its opinion and remove sanctions against a client.
Resolved a trademark infringement dispute for a startup through a settlement ending the defendant's infringing conduct.
Developed innovative litigation strategies protecting religious organizations and their congregants in high-risk litigation.
ADVOCACY THAT MAKES A DIFFERENCE
At Walters West APC, we pride ourselves on achieving remarkable results for our clients. Our unwavering commitment and legal expertise have allowed us to take on significant cases that set precedents and make a difference in the legal landscape.
A HISTORIC SUPREME COURT VICTORY
One of our most notable achievements includes successfully obtaining a rarely granted writ of certiorari from the United States Supreme Court. This milestone was reached as part of a dedicated legal team that represented a pro bono client, highlighting our commitment to justice and equality under the law.
OUR CLIENT, OUR PRIORITY
This landmark decision not only reflects our thorough understanding of the law but also our determination to advocate for those who may not have the resources to navigate the complex legal system alone. Our success story serves as a testament to the diligence and integrity of our legal team.