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Erick Platten
Open for Business- Tyler, TX
- Licensed for 20 years
- Free consultation
About Erick
Awarded "10 Best Criminal Attorney's in Texas" for 2014 -2020. Designated a TCDLA, Trial Warrior.
Erick Platten is a competitive aggressive attorney that represents individuals in Tyler and throughout the State. He established the Platten Law Office in 2000 right out of law school and has been representing citizens accused of everything from the most violent offenses to helping someone with a will.
Erick's zeal to win gained him a reputation of pushing the envlope while representing his clients. His trial tactics often anger prosecutors and judges, however his stategies have been to the advantage of his clients once they hear a two word verdit of "Not Guilty."
Erick says talk is cheap but not guilty verdicts speak for themselves.
Erick is one of the most reviewed lawyers in Texas on AVVO. Most clients go on with their lives and try not to look back on their cases. However, some have taken the time to leave a reviews of his services. Please read his reviews. Erick's clients have been very appricative of the work he's done.
If you or a loved one is in need of an attorney that has a track record of sucess call Erick Platten now.
903-593-9100 Office
903-570-8248 Cell
Practice areas
- DUI and DWI: 50%
DWI LAW is very scientific. I hold advanced certifications in Field Sobriety, as well as Breath and Blood Alcohol/Drug Testing. You must hire the right attorney. I find technicalities in my client's cases. I fight to win.
21 years
- Criminal defense: 50%
Nothing is more important than your freedom. That is why Criminal Law is the most important area of law. When your life and liberty are on the line, you need a lawyer that isn't afraid to do everything that can be done to help you. That's me.
21 years
Languages spoken
Spanish, English
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Contact
PLATTEN LAW OFFICE
115 EAST HOUSTON
Tyler, TX, 75702
- Office (903) 570-8248
Resume
| State | Status | Acquired | Updated |
|---|---|---|---|
| TX | Eligible To Practice In Texas | 2000 | 03/07/2021 |
| Legal answers | 1701 |
| Legal guides | 223 |
| Award name | Grantor | Date granted |
|---|---|---|
| Mastering Scientific Evidence | National College for DUI Defense | 2014 |
| Top Contributor | AVVO | 2014 |
| Client's Choice Award | AVVO | 2014 |
| American Institute of Criminal Law Attorney's | "Top 10 Best Criminal Attorney's in Texas" | 2014 |
| Client Choice Award | AVVO | 2013 |
| Top Contributor | AVVO | 2013 |
|---|---|---|
| Outstanding Service Award | Smith County Bar Association | 2013 |
| Stuart Kinard's Advanced DWI/DUI | Texas Criminal Defense Lawyers Association | 2013 |
| People's Choice | AVVO | 2012 |
| Top Contributor | AVVO | 2012 |
| Outstanding Service Award | Smith County Bar Association | 2012 |
| Outstanding delivery of legal services to low – income Texans | State Bar of Texas | 2011 |
| Mastering Scientific Evidence | National College of DUI Defense/TCDLA | 2005 |
| Intoxilyzer 5000 Maintence Tech/Operator | Stephen Rose M.D. Course on Alcohol/Highway Safety C.E.S. Consulting West Palm Beach, Florida | 2003 |
| FST Standardized Field Sobriety Testing | Walden Platt and Associates | 2002 |
| Criminal Defense Trial Lawyers College | N/A | 2001 |
| Title | Company name | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| General Counsel | Zoli Firearms USA L.L.C | 2013 - Present |
| Platten Law Office | 2000 - Present | |
| Thompson and Associates | 1999 - 2000 | |
| Gregg County District Attorneys Office | Gregg County | 1999 - 2000 |
| Tarrant County Dispute Resolution Center | 1997 - 1999 |
| Probation Officer | Dallas County Community Supervison and Corrections Department | 1994 - 1995 |
|---|
| Association name | Position name | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| PADI--Professional Association of Diving Instructors | DIVEMASTER--PRO LEVEL | 2009 - Present |
| NSCA--National Sporting Clays Association | Member / Competitor | 2009 - Present |
| H.O.G. Harley Owners Group | Member | 2002 - Present |
| National College of DUI Defense | Member | 2001 - Present |
| Texas Criminal Defense Lawyers Association | Member | 2001 - Present |
| Smith County Criminal Defense Lawyers Association | Founding Member | 2001 - Present |
|---|---|---|
| National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers | Member | 2001 - Present |
| Smith County Bar Association | Member | 2001 - Present |
| Tyler Area Chamber of Commerce | Member | 2001 - Present |
| United States District Court for the Eastern District of Texas | Member--CJA Panel Attorneys | 2000 - Present |
| Supreme Court of The State of Texas | Member | 2000 - Present |
| American Civil Liberties Union | Member | 1996 - Present |
| Divers Alert Network | Member | 1985 - Present |
| PADI--Professional Association of Diving Instructors | Rescue Diver--EFR Emergency First Responder | 1984 - Present |
| Publication name | Title | Date |
|---|---|---|
| I'm eighteen now. What are my rights? | I'm eighteen now. What are my rights? | 2012 |
| Rights of non US Citizens in the United States | Rights of non US Citizens in the United States | 2006 |
| Law Guru | Q&A Pro Bono Legal Advisor 04 to Present Date | 2004 |
| School name | Degree | Graduated |
|---|---|---|
| Texas A&M University School of Law | JD - Juris Doctor | 1999 |
| University of Texas System, Tyler | BS - Bachelor of Science | 1994 |
| Conference name | Title | Date |
|---|---|---|
| Criminal Law Reform | Police Accountability | 2013 |
| I'm 18 now. What are my right? | I'm 18 now. What are my rights? | 2012 |
| Alcohol and Drug Education | Alcohol and Drug Education | 2011 |
| Consequences of your actions | Consequences of your actions | 2010 |
| Scared Straight | Smith County Jail Tour | 2009 |
| KNOW YOUR RIGHTS | Rights of Non U.S. Citizens in the United States | 2008 |
|---|---|---|
| Scared Straight | Jail Tour Smith County Jail / Middle and High School Students | 2006 |
| Robert E. Lee High School | Alcohol and Drug Education | 2005 |
| Case name | Outcome |
|---|---|
| STATE V. ROSS | DISMISSED |
| STATE V. COUNAHAN | REDUCED TO RECKLESS DRIVING |
| STATE V. MOORE | DISMISSED |
| STATE V. THOMAS | MOTOR VEHICLE THEFT DISMISSED |
| STATE V. JOHNSON | NOT GUILTY VERDICT WITH BREATH TEST .163 |
| STATE V. SAWYER | DWI 2ND DISMISSED TO CLASS C RECKLESS DRIVING |
|---|---|
| STATE V. GUESS | ASSAULT FAMILY VIOLENCE DISMISSED |
| STATE V. DENBO | NOT GUILTY |
| STATE V. WALKER | DISMISSED TO CLASS C RECKLESS DRIVING |
| STATE V. VICK | INSTEAD OF 667 YEARS HE GOT 20 |
| STATE V. CARRASCO | REDUCED / CLASS C RECKLESS DRIVING |
| STATE V. STANLEY | DISMISSED TO CLASS C RECKLESS DRIVING |
| STATE V. ZAVALETA | ASSAULT FAMILY VIOLENCE DISMISSED |
| STATE V. ARMSTRONG | NOT GUILTY VERDICT WITH 101.5 FEVER |
| STATE V. ARMSTRON | NOT GUILTY VERDICT WITH 101.5 FEVER |
| STATE V. WILLIS | INDECENCY W CHILD PROBATION GRANTED BY JURY |
| STATE v. PORTER | NOT GUILTY VERDICT--15 MIN |
| STATE V. HUNT | DISMISSED / ACCIDENT INVOLVING DAMAGE FLEE |
| STATE V. BOWEN | DISMISSED EVADING ARREST |
| STATE V. MARTIN | DISMISSED ATTEMPTED MURDER |
| STATE V. ESPINOSA | DISMISSED TO CLASS C RECKLESS DRIVING |
| STATE V. CASS | 5 FELONY AND 4 MISDEMEANORS DISMISSED |
| STATE V. SHAFER | DWI 3RD DISMISSED |
| STATE V. BURNOP | NOT GUILTY VERDICT--30 MIN |
| STATE V. ORDORICA | DISMISSED AS JURY BEING BROUGHT IN FOR VOIR DIRE |
| STATE V. SAWYER | DWI REDUCED TO RECKLESS DRIVING |
| STATE V. HASTEN | DWI W/CHILD FELONY REDUCED TO MISDEMEANOR |
| STATE V. SANDERS | ASSAULT FAMILY VIOLENCE DISMISSED |
| STATE V. MENDOZA-MARTINEZ | AGG ASSAULT DISMISSED |
| STATE V. CURRY | THEFT DISMISSED |
| STATE V. GALINDEZ | ASSAULT FAMILY VIOLENCE DISMISSED |
| STATE V. SULLIVAN | THEFT OF $200,000 OIL FIELD PIPE DISMISSED |
| STATE V. BYRD | NOT GUILTY AGGRAVATED ASSAULT |
| STATE V. STITHEM | EVADING ARREST DISMISSED |
| STATE V. SMITH | ASSAULT FAMILY VIOLENCE DISMISSED |
| STATE V. BROOKINS | INTERFER W/911 CALL DISMISSED |
| STATE V. SEGREST | NOT GUILTY VERDICT ALCOHOL/DRUGS |
| STATE V. CLARK | CREDIT CARD FRAUD DISMISSED |
| STATE V. SYKES | AGG ASSAULT DISMISSED |
| STATE V. CARDENAS | PUBLIC LEWDNESS DISMISSED |
| STATE V. NOWELL | NOT GUILTY FURNISHING ALCOHOL TO MINOR |
| STATE V. BANKS | ASSAULT FAMILY VIOLENCE DISMISSED |
| STATE V. CASTANEDA | DISMISSED AGG/SEX ASSAULT CHILD |
| STATE V. BROOKINS | HUNG JURY AFTER 16 HOUR OF DELIBERATIONS |
| STATE V. ELLIS | THEFT DISMISSED |
| STATE V. REFUGIO | WEAPONS CHARGE DISMISSED |
| STATE V. FEARS | NOT GUILTY BURGLARY OF A VEHICLE |
| STATE V. BREEDLOVE | FELONY REDUCED TO MISD THEFT |
| STATE V. FINCKE | NOT GUILTY--Aggravated Assault |
| STATE V. HERNANDEZ | THREE COUNTS OF INDECENT EXPOSURE DISMISSED |
| State of Texas v. Nelson | Insufficient evidence/witness not competent/Dismissed |
| STATE V. DUNCAN | CRIMINAL TRESPASS DISMISSED |
Not Guilty in Smith County
Posted by anonymous
Wed Apr 15 2009
Best Lawyer in town
Posted by Nicholas
Fri Jul 15 2011
Good job
Posted by anonymous
Mon Aug 31 2020
Felony 2 dismissed, never arrested
Posted by Ricardo
Tue Aug 25 2020
Thank you Eric!
Posted by Jeromy
Thu Aug 13 2020
Best attorney ever!!!
Posted by anonymous
Sat Mar 21 2020
Erick seen me through!
Posted by Brandon
Wed Feb 05 2020
I got my life back
Posted by anonymous
Fri Dec 20 2019
This man won't disappoint
Posted by anonymous
Fri Dec 20 2019
First degree organized crime reduced to state jail money laundering anddeferred probation
Posted by Josh
Sat Dec 07 2019
Attorney endorsements
(44)Bobby Mims, Criminal defense Attorney on May 14, 2009
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer's work. Eric pushes the envelope in representing his clients. It is not unusual for Eric to anger prosecutors and Judges as he tries his cases. This is to his credit and to the benefit of his clients. The words "you're in contempt of this court Mr. Platten" is a compliment to Eric! I want Eric in my foxhole when the "S...t hits the fan!"
John Eastland, DUI and DWI Attorney on Nov 29, 2012
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I've known Erick since dirt. He's like a British bulldog...as Churchill said, 'Never, never, never give up.' Prosecutors don't like him because he's not afraid of their intimidating tactics and he will try any case. Judges don't like him, for the same reason. His clients and I like him for the exact same reason!! If you want a 'good deal', hire a lawyer. If you want Bulldog resentation and protection, hire Erick Platten.
Mitch Adams, Criminal defense Attorney on Apr 10, 2020
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Erick truly doesn't give a damn about anything except his client's best interests. As a result, prosecutors and judges would rather not have to deal with him. He fights tooth-and-nail for his clients, and gets excellent results for them.
Bryan Owens, Criminal defense Attorney on Oct 18, 2019
Relationship: Worked together on matter
I tried a case with Erick. He was fantastic in trial- aggressively questioned witnesses, got one to break under intense cross-examination. He was engaging and won over the jury during his entertaining and effective voir dire. Highly recommend.
Edward Estrada, Criminal defense Attorney on Dec 12, 2018
Relationship: Worked together on matter
I endorse this lawyer. Erick is a straight shooter when it comes to his cases. There are only a handful of lawyers that I would recommend personally if I have a client conflict or looking for another attorney to represent a co-defendant.
Mark Clay, Criminal defense Attorney on Aug 19, 2015
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I highly endorse Mr. Platten. Truly exceptional and caring attorney who achieves great results in representing clients! I really want all people to contact him for help.
One of the absolute best. Exceptional attention to detail, service next to none. I endorse this lawyer.
Very determined and dedicated attorney. I endorse this lawyer.
This lawyer strives to get the best results for clients. I endorse this lawyer.
Peter Marek, Criminal defense Attorney on Dec 3, 2014
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
As a former DA Erick has a huge advantage over most criminal defense attorneys. "They know that he knows what they know". Reviews tell the story. READ THEM! Do yourself a a favor and give him a call for a consultation.
Meryl Chambers, Criminal defense Attorney on Dec 2, 2014
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse attorney Erick Platten. Active participant in the Avvo community posting thoughtful legal answers to individuals who have asked for assistance. This not only demonstrates his excellent knowledge of the law, but also his commitment to serving clients very well. He is a valuable member to the legal industry.
Joseph Breidenbach, Criminal defense Attorney on Nov 29, 2014
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer. If you have criminal charges in the Tyler area, you will want Erick Platten by your side when you walk into court.
Giacomo Behar, Criminal defense Attorney on Nov 29, 2014
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I wholeheartedly endorse this lawyer. A top-notch attorney, highly respected in the legal community.
William Housley, Criminal defense Attorney on Nov 27, 2014
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer. Tough, talented and thorough litigator.
Troy Burleson, DUI and DWI Attorney on Oct 2, 2014
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I have known Mr. Platten since law school and I endorse his work. He is a passionate and talented defense attorney. Erick is the only attorney I call when I need to refer someone to a criminal attorney in or around Smith County, Texas.
Dmitriy Shakhnevich, Criminal defense Attorney on Sep 28, 2014
Relationship: Other
I endorse this lawyer.
Hovanes Margarian, Criminal defense Attorney on Jul 11, 2014
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer.
Sean Cleary, Criminal defense Attorney on Jun 11, 2014
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer. An extremely talented and well respected attorney in the legal community.
John O'Brien, Criminal defense Attorney on May 1, 2014
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer. A brilliant and highly respected attorney in the legal community.
Annilee Reed, Criminal defense Attorney on Apr 2, 2014
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I highly recommend and endorse Erick Platten. He has an excellent reputation with both judges and fellow lawyers. Mr. Platten takes a practical approach to criminal defense. He is a strong force in the courtroom.
I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Platten provides accurate and insightful solutions for appeals issues. He demonstrates his dedication to the profession by taking time from his busy practice to provide meaningful answers to questions on Avvo. I would not hesitate to refer someone to him for legal representation.
I endorse this lawyer. It is clear by reading the answers in the AVVO community that this lawyer is a top notch attorney who is highly respected in the legal community.
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