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About Erin
Biography
I concentrate my practice on education law, and represent public school districts throughout Arizona. My practice is focused on student discipline, employee discipline, IDEA compliance and hearings, IDEA appeals, as well as general advice for school districts.
I was a commercial litigator for 16 years before I began representing school districts. I have conducted jury and bench trials in state and federal courts, as well as before administrative judicial bodies.
I have been practicing since 1996. I am admitted to practice before the Arizona, Illinois and Michigan state courts, and numerous federal courts.
Practice Areas
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Practice Area
Education
100%
14 years
Fees and Rates
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Licensed in Michigan for 29 years
State: Michigan
Acquired: 1996
No misconduct found
Licensed in Illinois for 25 years
State: Illinois
Acquired: 2000
No misconduct found
Licensed in Arizona for 51 years
State: Arizona
Acquired: 1974
No misconduct found
Location
Udall Shumway PLC
1138 North Alma School Road, Suite 101, Mesa, AZ, 85201
Udall Shumway PLC
Phoenix Office (Tatum & Shea), Phoenix, AZ, 85028
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Erin Hilary Walz's Lawyer Endorsements
"Erin is a skilled litigator and negotiator who I reach out to with my education law litigation needs. Erin is practical, determined, and definitely who you want in your corner during a tough negotiation. I strongly recommend any and all in need of a top notch litigator to seek out Erin."
"I had the privilege of working on a litigation team with Erin for several years. I know from firsthand experience that she is a skilled and resourceful litigator. I fully endorse Erin."
"Erin is a well prepared, diligent and very knowledgeable litigator. Not only do I recommend her without hesitation, she is my go to referral for all things litigation related."
Matthew White
Bankruptcy and debt lawyer
Experience
Honors
2017
AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2016
AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2015
AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2014
AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2013
AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2012
2012 Top Law Firms (21 attys or fewer), Lexis-Nexis Martindale Hubbell
2012
Top 10 Law Firm (24 attys or fewer), Arizona Business Magazine
Work Experience
2006 - Present
Partner, Udall Shumway PLC
2005 - 2006
Associate, Engelman Berger, PC
2004 - 2004
Associate, Asperger Caraher, LLC
2000 - 2004
Associate, Hedlund Hanley, LLC
1996 - 1999
Associate, Walz Warba, PC
Associations
2005 - Present
State Bar of ArizonaMember
2000 - Present
Illinois State Bar AssociationMember
1996 - Present
State Bar of MichiganMember
2000 - 2006
American Bar AssociationMember
Sample of Legal Cases
Grundemann v. Paradise Valley Unified School District
Federal District court granted summery judgment to School District on all counts; now pending in 9th Circuit
Joseph Painting Co. Inc. v. Larson Engineering Inc
Engineer was responsible for defective floor
Education
1996
Michigan State University College of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
1991
University of Michigan
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2015
Sizzlin' Summer Law Conference
Student Discipline
2014
ASBA Annual Law Conference
Student Discipline - Zero Tolerance Policies
2013
1st Annual Charter School Special Education Conference
Due Process Hearings
Publications
2015
Udall Shumway Blog
Education Evaluation Requests
2015
Udall Shumway Blog
Should the School Attorney Be Present at IEP Meetings?
2015
Udall Shumway Blog
Bullying and Education Law
2015
Udall Shumway Blog
Same Sex Classes and Extra-Curricular Activities
2014
Udall Shumway Blog
Advice from the US Dept. of Education on Immigrant Students
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers