Atty. Erik Lee Walter

Atty. Erik Lee Walter

Erik Lee Walter is a lawyer practicing business law, commercial litigation, commercial real estate and 7 other areas of law. Erik received a A.A. degree from University of Akron in 1991, and has been licensed for 29 years.

Painesville Painesville 29 yrs experience 29 year
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Profile Summary

About Erik Lee Walter at a glance

Erik Lee Walter is a Partner based in Painesville, Ohio, practicing at Dworken & Bernstein Co., L.P.A.. They have 29+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1997. Their practice focuses on business, real estate, commercial re, zoning, and litigation. Admitted to practice in Michigan (1997), Ohio (2005), and Montana (2009). Educated at Thomas M. Cooley Law School (J.D., 1997) and University of Akron (A.A. University, 1991). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Montana BarOhio State BarMichigan BarAmerican Bar AssociationLake County Bar Association. Serands clients in Painesville, OH and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Erik Lee Walter is a lawyer practicing business law, commercial litigation, commercial real estate and 7 other areas of law
  • Erik received a A.A. degree from University of Akron in 1991, and has been licensed for 29 years
  • Erik practices at Dworken & Bernstein Co., L.P.A. in Painesville, OH and 1 other location

Practice Areas Explained

Erik Lee Walter's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Erik Lee Walter handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

Erik Lee Walter is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Ohio →

Real Estate Law

Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.

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Commercial Real Estate

Erik Lee Walter is one of 16,000 commercial re attorneys indexed nationally. Browse commercial re attorneys in Ohio →

Land Use & Zoning

Erik Lee Walter is one of 40,226 zoning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse zoning attorneys in Ohio →

Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

Erik Lee Walter is one of 454,532 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in Ohio →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Ohio

Practicing law in Ohio. Legal matters in Ohio are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Painesville are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Ohio state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Ohio brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this andnue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Ohio courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Erik Lee Walter

Where is Erik Lee Walter's law office located?
Erik Lee Walter's law practice is located in Painesville, Ohio. The firm is Dworken & Bernstein Co., L.P.A.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Erik Lee Walter handle?
Erik Lee Walter focuses on business, real estate, commercial re, zoning, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Ohio.
How long has Erik Lee Walter practiced law?
Erik Lee Walter has 29+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1997.
Where did Erik Lee Walter go to law school?
Erik Lee Walter earned their education at (J.D., 1997); (A.A. University, 1991).
How can I contact Erik Lee Walter for a consultation?
You can contact Erik Lee Walter directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has Erik Lee Walter received?
Erik Lee Walter's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Thomas M. Cooley Law School
- 1997
A.A. University
University of Akron
- 1991

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Michigan
Admitted: 1997
Ohio
Admitted: 2005
Montana
Admitted: 2009

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