Gary Walker
About Gary Walker
Gary Walker is a Senior Managing Director at Peapack-Gladstone Bank Private Banking and has extensive experience in estate planning and tax law. He has served on various boards, including the Somerset Hills YMCA and the National Multiple Sclerosis Society, and has a background as a Special Agent with the FBI.
Work at Peapack-Gladstone Bank
Gary Walker has been serving as the Senior Managing Director at Peapack-Gladstone Bank since 2016. His role involves overseeing the Private Banking division, which has been operational since 1921. With a focus on providing tailored banking solutions, Walker leverages his extensive experience in wealth management and estate planning to enhance client services in Morristown, New Jersey.
Education and Expertise
Gary Walker holds a Doctor of Law (JD) from Boston College Law School, where he studied Estate Planning and Tax Law from 1980 to 1983. He furthered his education by obtaining a Master of Laws (LL.M.) in Taxation from New York University between 1988 and 1991. Additionally, he earned a Bachelor of Science (BS) degree from Manhattan College from 1976 to 1980. His educational background underpins his extensive expertise in estate planning, tax law, and trust administration.
Background
Gary Walker began his career as a Special Agent with the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) from 1985 to 1987 in Alexandria, Virginia. He transitioned into private law practice, serving as a Law Firm Partner at Herold and Haines, P.A. from 1990 to 2006. Following this, he worked as Vice President of Wealth Advisory at Glenmede Trust Company from 2006 to 2016. His diverse experiences contribute to his comprehensive understanding of legal and financial matters.
Achievements
Gary Walker has held significant leadership roles in various organizations. He served as Chairman of the Board for the Mid-Jersey Chapter of the National Multiple Sclerosis Society and has been a board member of the Somerset Hills YMCA in Basking Ridge, NJ. Currently, he serves on the Board of Trustees of the Estate Planning Council of Northern New Jersey and is a member of the Bergen County Estate Planning Council, reflecting his commitment to community service and professional development.
Professional Experience
With over 20 years of experience in private law practice, Gary Walker has developed extensive knowledge in estate planning, tax law, and trust and estate administration. His professional journey includes significant roles at Glenmede Trust Company and Herold and Haines, P.A., where he focused on wealth advisory and legal services. This background equips him with the skills necessary to navigate complex financial and legal landscapes.