Atty. Eric W Valen
Eric W Valen is a lawyer practicing personal injury law, professional liability law, car accidents. Eric received a B.A. degree from University of Pittsburgh, and has been licensed for 48 years.
Car Accidents & More Attorney · Serving St. Paul, MN · 48+ Years Experience
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About Eric W Valen at a Glance
Eric W Valen is a Member based in St. Paul, Minnesota, practicing at Eric W. Valen. They have 48+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1978. Their practice focuses on car accidents and personal injury. Admitted to practice in Minnesota (1978). Educated at Hamline University J.D. (—) and University of Pittsburgh B.A. (—). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serves clients in St. Paul, MN and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Eric W Valen
- Eric W Valen is a lawyer practicing personal injury law, professional liability law, car accidents
- Eric received a B.A. degree from University of Pittsburgh, and has been licensed for 48 years
- Eric practices at Eric W. Valen in St. Paul, MN
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Eric W Valen's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Eric W Valen handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in St. Paul.
Car Accidents in St. Paul
Hurt in a car crash? Car accident lawyers fight insurance companies for fair compensation — free consult, no fee unless you win.
Eric W Valen is one of 36,434 car accidents attorneys indexed nationally. Browse car accidents attorneys in Minnesota →
Personal Injury in St. Paul
Personal injury attorneys help accident victims recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. Most work on contingency — no fee unless you win.
Eric W Valen is one of 262,557 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Minnesota →
Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in St. Paul
Practicing law in Minnesota. Legal matters in Minnesota are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in St. Paul are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Minnesota state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Minnesota brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this venue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Minnesota courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
St. Paul Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a St. Paul-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in St. Paul Choose Eric W Valen
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish Eric W Valen's practice in the field of car accidents and personal injury.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Eric W Valen brings 48+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering car accidents and personal injury, Eric W Valen can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in St. Paul
A St. Paul-based practice means Eric W Valen attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
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Common Legal Issues Eric W Valen Handles in St. Paul
Below is a representative sample of the types of matters Eric W Valen has experience with under Minnesota law. If your situation involves one of these case categories, this attorney may be well positioned to help you understand your options.
This list is illustrative, not exhaustive. Contact Eric W Valen directly to discuss the specifics of your situation.
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