About Erik S.H.
Erik S.H. Wallen earned his J.D. from Western Michigan University Cooley Law School in 1985. He completed his legal education during a period of change in the Michigan bar, then moved into private practice. His early years in law are notable for steady practice in the state where he remains licensed.
Wallen built his career in Michigan. Over the years he took on both client work and firm responsibilities. He became an owner and shareholder at Bock and Wallen PLC, a role that combined legal work with management duties. That position put him on the front line of decisions shaping the firm’s direction and service model.
As owner and shareholder, Wallen has balanced casework with the administrative demands of running a small firm. His work includes counseling clients, negotiating settlements, and appearing in court when matters require it. Within the firm he has overseen case intake, supervised junior attorneys, and helped set internal practice standards. Colleagues describe him as practical and steady in handling day-to-day legal practice.
Wallen’s long tenure in Michigan law gives him a frame of reference that newer practitioners do not yet have. He has navigated changes in court procedure and client expectations across decades. He approaches matters with a focus on problem solving and pragmatism rather than on broad doctrinal arguments. That approach has been a consistent feature of his practice and informs how the firm serves its clients.
He remains active in private practice at Bock and Wallen PLC. He practices in Michigan, handling client matters and serving in firm leadership at the same time.
