Alton worked as actor during the late 70s and early 80s. In addition to his work on The Pumaman, Alton also played the role of Larry in the movie 10 and Jack Pearson in the film Heavenly Bodies. Admitted to the bar in 1967 Alton works in New York as an attorney specializing in medical malpractice. He is the managing partner of Walter G. Alton Jr. & Associates, PC.