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About Erik
Biography
Erik L. Walter is a bold advocate for business clients in the areas of environmental law, oil and gas, commercial transactions, zoning and litigation for both individuals and corporations. He sits on numerous nonprofit boards in the community. Prior to joining Dworken & Bernstein Co., L.P.A., Erik was a shareholder with the law firm of Knaggs, Harter, Brake & Schneider, P.C. located in Lansing, Michigan. Before joining Knaggs, Harter, Brake & Schneider, P.C. in 1999, Erik served for nearly three years as the law clerk for the Honorable William E. Collette in the Ingham County Circuit Court located in Lansing, Michigan. He has practiced law for 24 years and has won several major jury trials, represented major corporate clients as well as individuals.
Practice Areas
4
Practice Areas
Business
20%
13 years
Land Use and Zoning
20%
13 years
Fees and Rates
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Licensed in Montana for 16 years
State: Montana
Acquired: 2009
No misconduct found
Licensed in Ohio for 20 years
State: Ohio
Acquired: 2005
No misconduct found
Licensed in Michigan for 28 years
State: Michigan
Acquired: 1997
No misconduct found
Location
Dworken & Bernstein Co., L.P.A.
60 S Park Place, Painesville, OH, 44077
Dworken & Bernstein Co., L.P.A.
1468 W. 9th St., Suite 135, Cleveland, OH, 44113
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Erik L. Walter's Reviews
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Posted by anonymous | August 24, 2021 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
NEGATIVE 5 stars
There couldn’t be WORSE! Never had our best interest at heart. Abandoned client at critical time by not responding to URGENT messages and more
Posted by Chuck Lashley | November 27, 2015 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Excellent work
I have used Erik with great satisfaction. His expertise was evident in the way he approached my situation and I was very impressed at how quickly he went into action to get the issue resolved. Erik took the time to understand my concerns, offered sound advice, then went to work with my best intere...
Posted by Glenn | November 10, 2015 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Erik L. Walter
Mr. Walter is the ultimate professional with a personal touch. I have used him and referred to my clients with excellent results.
Posted by james | November 9, 2012
excellence in business representation
Eric was professional, knowledgeable and responsive to several cases in which he represented me. He kept me informed on key issues and allowed me to make decisions. He was aggresive when needed and sensitive to cost invested vs. positive outcome which is a critical factor in business representation. ...
Posted by Don | November 9, 2012
Man of Integrity
I've know Erik for the past couple of years. I have and will continue recommending Erik to family and friends. He treats everyone with the utmost respect and his follow-up is outstanding. Erik gets back to you when he tells you he will, either in writing or by phone.
Erik L. Walter's Lawyer Endorsements
"Erik is a very intelligent and hard working attorney. I refer cases to him on a regular basis. Most of all, he truly has his clients' best interests in mind at all times. I highly recommend Erik."
"Erik is an aggressive and passionate litigator. Creative, intelligent, and a stalwart advocate for his clients. In addition, he is an impeccable person and a true benefit to the legal community. As a colleague he is supportive and friendly; always there to talk things through or answer a tough question. We are lucky to have him at D&B and as part of the Northern Ohio legal community."
Joshua Strickland
Business lawyer
Experience
Honors
2015
AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2009
Board Member of the Year, YMCA
Work Experience
2006 - Present
Partner, Dworken & Bernstein Co., L.P.A.
1999 - 2006
Shareholder, Knaggs, Harter, Brake & Schneider, P.C.
1996 - 1999
Clerk, Honorable William E. Collette in the Ingham County Circuit Court
Associations
2013 - Present
Auburn Career CenterBoard Member
2012 - Present
Lake County Education Services CommisionBoard Member
2009 - Present
Montana State BarMember
2009 - Present
YMCA Lake CountyBoard Member
2009 - Present
Northeast Ohio Autism GroupBoard Member
2008 - Present
Lake County Bar AssociationBoard Member
2008 - Present
Lake County Jail MinistriesBoard Member
2005 - Present
Ohio State Bar AssociationMember
1997 - Present
Michigan Bar AssociationMember
1997 - Present
American Bar AssociationMember
1996 - 1999
Ingham County Bar Association Young Lawyers DivisionTreasurer
Education
1997
Thomas M. Cooley Law School
JD
1993
University of Akron
Masters, Bachelors, Associate
Speaking Engagements
2015
Ohio Small Business Development Centers
Legat Tips for Start-Up Business Success
2003
Prison System and Corrections
Prison System and Prison Appeals
2003
Court Officers Deputy Sheriff's Association
Collection Procedures
Publications
Languages
English