What you need to know about Walker, Lambe, Rhudy & Costley, PLLC - an AV rated law firm.

Established in 1983, Walker, Lambe, Rhudy & Costley, PLLC has been providing exemplary legal services to clients in and around the Research Triangle area for over 25 years. We believe in the practice of “preventative law” – with a focus on averting legal complications before they arise.

Jack Walker and Bill Lambe established their firm as a result of their common philosophy regarding the practice of law, their devotion to client service, and their commitment to their community. Together they have built a practice that continues to grow with a stellar staff of legal professionals. In addition to Jack and Bill’s areas of practice in Estate Planning/Administration and Business and Corporate Law, Walker Lambe also offers clients legal advice in Social Entrepreneurship Law, Health Care Law, Computer Law, Dispute Resolution, and Nonprofit Organization Law. The partners of Walker, Lambe, Rhudy & Costley, PLLC, represent more than 100 years of combined legal experience and a reputation for exceeding client expectations.

It isn’t just about law, it’s about soul. Beyond the practice of law, the staff and attorneys at Walker, Lambe, Rhudy & Costley, PLLC have dedicated themselves to the betterment of their community and their fellow citizens. Such dedication is manifested in a strong and proud tradition of community service. The people of Walker, Lambe, Rhudy & Costley, PLLC have given generously to many cultural, educational, artistic, and community-related groups throughout North Carolina. At Walker, Lambe we believe the culture within our firm not only guides us but also reflects outwardly in the work we do voluntarily to sustain and enrich our city and our region. Some of the many organizations Walker Lambe supports include:

• North Carolina Interest on Lawyers Trust Accounts (“IOLTA”)
• Durham County Bar Association
• Duke University
• North Durham Rotary Club
• Durham Academy
• United Way
• City of Raleigh Environmental Quality Advisory Board
• Durham County Hospital Corporation

Additional Legal Services for Families and Businesses:

Legal Services for Nonprofit Organizations Besides representing families, Walker, Lambe, Rhudy & Costley, PLLC has provided legal counsel to many nonprofit organizations, including charitable foundations; nonprofit arts, educational, and health care organizations; employee benefit and profit-sharing plans; and charitable trusts. Our Nonprofit Legal services not only encompass the start-up of newly established nonprofit organizations, but also include legal representation of the nonprofit entity and its governing board.

Fiduciary Services Walker, Lambe, Rhudy & Costley, PLLC has a long and proud tradition of advising institutional and individual trustees and other fiduciaries as to their legal responsibilities with respect to the investment and management of funds. Where a client lacks satisfactory alternatives, individual attorneys of Walker, Lambe, Rhudy & Costley, PLLC are experienced, willing, and able to serve as trustees or other fiduciaries for individual or family business and financial matters.

Legal Services for Commercial Real Estate Transactions Another important part of the business practice of Walker, Lambe, Rhudy & Costley, PLLC is representing clients involved in commercial real estate projects and the financing of those projects. From representation of land developers in land acquisition to leasing transactions and the structure of complex financing plans involving private investors and banks, Walker, Lambe, Rhudy & Costley, PLLC can be an integral part of your business plan.

Educational Service for Clients, the Community, and the Profession At Walker Lambe we believe an informed client is the best client. We have a long-standing commitment to educating our clients regarding changes in specific laws, and providing updates regarding new legal mechanisms that are worthy of consideration. Walker Lambe offers timely and topically relevant educational seminars that better prepare them to actively participate in their legal planning. We regularly schedule seminars that are open to the public and free of cost. Our seminars have covered such topics as: estate planning, charitable planning, family wealth transfer, asset protection planning, trust administration, choice of business entities, commercial real estate financing, corporate law, business financing, business planning techniques, and federal and state tax matters. Interested in seeing what seminars are on our calendar? Click here to see our scheduled events.

Fees Walker, Lambe, Rhudy & Costley, PLLC provides the highest quality of legal services, tailored to individual needs, with a sensitivity to cost. Where time and circumstances permit, the attorney or attorneys representing you, your family, or your business, will give you an informed estimate of the cost of services prior to your incurring significant fees. Walker, Lambe, Rhudy & Costley, PLLC encourages clients to ask questions when the client is uncertain about the scope of their legal fees.