Erick Platten Biography

Erick Platten was raised in Tyler, Texas by his parents, who taught him to be compassionate and help those in need. By the impressionable age of thirteen Erick had a friend and mentor that opened his eyes to the practice of law, and the Justice system. Erick witnessed first hand how citizens were being taken advantage of by the Government, Big Businesses and Insurance companies. All of these experiences made Erick want to help citizens in need. Erick Platten is an aggressive defense attorney protecting the rights of citizens all across the Lone Star State.

Erick is married and enjoys his family, traveling, scuba diving, competitively shooting sporting clays and riding his Harley.

Erick is a graduate of Robert E. Lee High School in Tyler, the University of Texas at Tyler (with a Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice and Speech) and, Texas Wesleyan University School of Law in Fort Worth (with a Doctoral Degree in Jurisprudence).

Erick is a member of the following associations:

• National College for DUI Defense
• Texas Criminal Defense Lawyers Association
• Smith County Criminal Defense Lawyers Association
• National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

Erick has completed the following courses on Alcohol Breath Testing and Field Sobriety testing:

• Standardized Field Sobriety Testing-Practitioner Certification
  * by Walden, Platt & Associates Bryan, Texas
• Alcohol Breath Testing-The Stephen Rose M.D. Course on Alcohol and Highway Safety:
• Intoxilyzer 5000 Maintenance Technician Certification*
• Intoxilyer 5000 Operator Certification*
  * by C.E.S. Consulting Inc. West Palm Beach, Florida

No matter what the charges are or who violated your rights, Erick Platten will utilize all resources to give you the best possible representation you deserve.