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Erik S. H. Wallen
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Biography
Erik S.H. Wallen graduated from Michigan State University in 1985 with a Bachelor of Arts degree. He received his Juris Doctor degree in 1989 from Thomas M. Cooley School of Law. He was admitted to the Michigan Bar in 1989 and was hired as an Associate with the Law firm of Patterson Gruber Kennedy Gill and Milster located in Bay City, Michigan concentrating in criminal defense and general civil litigation. In 1995 Erik was promoted to Partner, concentrating in Civil Litigation. In 2000, Erik joined the law firm of Kennedy Gill Wallen Rieman and Reyes as a Partner where his practice focused on Personal Injury Litigation, Family Law and Criminal Defense. In January, 2005 after 16 years in private practice in Bay City Michigan, Erik joined the Midland County Prosecuting Attorney’s Office as the Chief Assistant Prosecutor.
Erik was responsible for the oversight of the day to day office operations, the management of the criminal case load and the attorney staff. Erik prosecuted felonies ranging from violent assaultive crimes to capital drug offenses. In December, 2013 Erik was appointed Midland County Prosecuting Attorney where he in addition to his case load, was responsible for a wide array of legal functions for Midland. Erik returned to private practice joining the Law Firm of Bock and Wallen PLC in November,2014. Erik has served on the Midland County Child Protection Council, Safe and Sound Child Protection and Advocacy Center Committee, 1016 Recovery Care Network Board of Directors (Chairman in 2012 and Vice-Chairman in 2011), and various sub-committees in the community. He has been a member of the Midland County Drug Court since it’s inception in an effort to curb recidivism for individuals charged with substance-abuse related crimes in the community. Erik has practiced law in the Michigan Tri-City area for the past 26 years. He has been married to his college sweetheart for 27 years. Erik and Carrie have two children, Taylor age 23 and Garrett age 21.
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Licensed in Michigan for 36 years
State: Michigan
Acquired: 1989
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Bock and Wallen PLC
708 Center Ave Ste 2.B, Bay City, MI, 48708-5975
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Posted by anonymous | October 26, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes
Experience & Expertise = Success!!
Erik represented me when I was served with a PPO with false charges as retaliation. Erik believed me and did a fantastic job questioning the petitioner and the witness. He was unbelievable! I am so thankful that I had him defend me. I strongly recommend Erik to get the job done!
Posted by Mike | September 25, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation
Great job for my needs
Erik was well versed and handled my divorce wonderfully. I feel he listened to him and answered all my questions. Never felt rushed or like I was just a number. Got sound advice and a very fair settlement of my case. Would go back to Erik if I need one again.
Posted by anonymous | January 15, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation
Aggressive and effective
I hired Erik Wallen to represent me in a Divorce. I found him to be personable and compassionate. He was prepared, knowledgeable and aggressive when it counted. I highly recommend him. I will use him again if the need arises.
Posted by Kassandra | January 14, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation
Straight forward & thorough!
I am so thankful that I chose Erik Wallen to represent me during my divorce and custody. It was a scary time.. my husband at the time had money, a good lawyer and was prepared to take everything from me. I am so glad that Erik is tough and a hard worker. He was fair, thorough and great to work with....
Posted by anonymous | October 29, 2019 | Hired Attorney
Decent lawyer
He is extremely rude to his own clients at times. His bed-side manner is awful, such as, telling his clients to stop talking when they’re trying to explain something to him and saying, “Im talking now, and you’re going to listen”. I have never felt so disrespected as a grown, professional adult. He h...
Erik S. H. Wallen's Lawyer Endorsements
"I endorse this lawyer. Amazing preparation. Strong courtroom presentation. Diligent followup on cases. Respected by the judges."
Thomas Bock
Family lawyer
Experience
Honors
2019
Distinguished, Martindale-Hubbell
2017
10 Best Family Law Attorneys in Michigan, American Institute of Family Law Attorneys
Work Experience
2014 - Present
Partner, Bock and Wallen PLC
2013 - 2014
Prosecuting Attorney, Midland County District Attorney's Office
2004 - 2013
Prosecuting Attorney, Midland County District Attorney's Office
1998 - 2004
Partner, Kennedy Gill Gruber Wallen Rieman and Reyes
1995 - 1997
Partner, Patterson Gruber Kennedy Gill Wallen And Reiman
1989 - 1995
Associate, Patterson Gruber Kennedy Gill and Milster
1984 - 1984
Summer Clerk, Rosenbaum Clarke and Foster
1982 - 1982
Legislative Aide, Michigan House Of Representatives Honorable Mat Dunakiss
Associations
1989 - Present
Michigan Bar AssociationMember
1989 - Present
Bay County Bar AssociationMember
1989 - Present
Bay County Bar AssociationMember
2014 - 2015
Midland County Child Protection CouncilMember
Education
1989
Thomas M. Cooley Law School
JD - Juris Doctor
1985
Michigan State University
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Languages
English