Walter S. Walt Robertson

Banking and Finance Law

4.0 (1 reviews)

Lexington, Kentucky

19+ years experience

Stites & Harbison PLLC

Updated: Jan 04, 2026

Contact Information

859-226-2300

https://www.stites.com/attorneys/walter-s-robertson

250 West Main Street, Suite 2300, Lexington, KY 40507-1758

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Bio

Walt Robertson is a member of the Business & Corporate Services Group. He represents clients in all matters of business including commercial lending, mergers and acquisitions, corporate finance, securities regulation and equine law.Walt has a lifetime of experience in multiple breeds of the equine industry. Prior to practicing law, he worked as a bloodstock agent for a leading commercial agency specializing in the sale of Thoroughbred horses at public auction and as a bid spotter and announcer for several horse auction companies. During college, he worked on a Thoroughbred horse farm in New Zealand. Walt Robertson is a member of the Business & Corporate Services Group. He represents clients in all matters of business including commercial lending, mergers and acquisitions, corporate finance, securities regulation and equine law.Walt has a lifetime of experience in multiple breeds of the equine industry. Prior to practicing law, he worked as a bloodstock agent for a leading commercial agency specializing in the sale of Thoroughbred horses at public auction and as a bid spotter and announcer for several horse auction companies. During college, he worked on a Thoroughbred horse farm in New Zealand. Walt Robertson is a member of the Business & Corporate Services Group. During college, he worked on a Thoroughbred horse farm in New Zealand.

Local Legal Snapshot

Jurisdiction

Kentucky

State Capital

Frankfort

Highest Court

Kentucky Supreme Court

Bar Association

Kentucky Bar Association

Typical Consultation

$150-$300

Typical Hourly Range

$250-$450/hr

Fee Model Notes

Hourly or flat-fee billing is common.

Estimates vary by market, complexity, urgency, and attorney experience.

Practice Areas

Banking and Finance Law

Awards & Recognition

Lawyer of the Year: Banking and Finance Law, Lexington (2023)
Recognized: Banking and Finance Law
Recognized: Commercial Finance Law
Recognized: Corporate Law
Recognized: Mergers and Acquisitions Law
Kentucky Super Lawyers, Rising Star (2015-present)

Recognized in Best Lawyers since 2018

Education

University of Kentucky, J.D., graduated 2006
University of Kentucky, B.B.A., graduated 2001

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Reviews

Sandra Lopez

3 months ago

Expert guidance on our recent business acquisition

Walter Robertson provided exceptional counsel during our company's acquisition of a local competitor. His deep knowledge of corporate finance and M&A, honed over nearly two decades, was invaluable in navigating complex negotiations. His recent recognition in banking and finance law is clearly well-deserved. While communication could occasionally be faster during peak periods, his strategic advice was always precise and commercially savvy. He and the team at Stites & Harbison ensured a smooth, secure transaction. We felt confidently represented and would engage his services again for future corporate matters.