Benjamin L. Wallen — Attorney in Houston, Texas
Over 10 years of legal practice
AttorneyatPachulski Stang Ziehl & Jones LLP
Houston, TX
Practicing law in Houston since 2016.
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Benjamin L. Wallen is an attorney based in Houston, TX. Benjamin has over 10 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Pachulski Stang Ziehl & Jones LLP.
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About Benjamin L. Wallen: Benjamin L. Wallen is an attorney based in Houston, TX. Benjamin has over 10 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Pachulski Stang Ziehl & Jones LLP.
Biography
Meet Benjamin L. Wallen — legal lawyer in Houston
Benjamin L. Wallen is an attorney based in Houston, TX. Benjamin has over 10 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Pachulski Stang Ziehl & Jones LLP.
Ben Wallen, resident in the firm’s Texas office, concentrates his practice on representing debtors, official committees of unsecured creditors, trade vendors, and other parties in some of the largest or otherwise most complex bankruptcy cases in the nation. Ben also regularly represents postconfirmation trusts as well as various other parties in bankruptcy-related litigation. Ben has had active roles in the firm’s representation of Noble House Home Furnishings (S.D. Tex.), Lifesize (S.D. Tex.), and Easterday Ranches (E.D. Wash.), as well as the firm’s representation of the creditors’ committees in Hornblower Holdings (S.D. Tex.), Altera Infrastructure (S.D. Tex.), and Limetree Bay Services (S.D. Tex.), among other notable cases. Ben speaks regularly on bankruptcy and insolvency-related issues, including at seminars and conferences in Texas and Louisiana, and has authored multiple articles on various bankruptcy issues. Ben also serves as a co-chair of the Legislation & Rules Subcommittee of the Business Bankruptcy Committee of the American Bar Association. Ben has received numerous recognitions for his work on bankruptcy and insolvency matters, such as being designated a 2024 “Rising Star” by Super Lawyers magazine, being included in the 30th and 31st editions of The Best Lawyers in America, and receiving the American Bankruptcy Institute’s Medal of Excellence upon graduation from law school. Ben received his bachelor’s degree from the University of Oklahoma (2013) and his Juris Doctorate from the University of Houston Law Center (2016).
Clerkships
•Judicial intern, Judge Harold R. DeMoss Jr. (5th Cir.)
•Judicial intern, Judge David R. Jones (Bankr. S.D. Texas)
News
Bankruptcy Court Confirms Kal Freight Plan of Liquidation
April 22, 2025
James W. Walker Named to 2024 Texas “Super Lawyers” List; Benjamin L. Wallen Earns 'Rising Star' Honor
September 17, 2024
PSZJ Attorneys Named in 2025 Edition of Best Lawyers in America and Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch
August 15, 2024
Pachulski Stang Ziehl & Jones Receives M&A Advisor Annual International Award for Sale of Noble House Home Furnishings
July 1, 2024
Brittany Mitchell Michael and Benjamin Wallen to Participate in the National Conference of Bankruptcy Judges’ 2024 Next Generation Program
June 24, 2024
PSZJ Attorneys Named in 2024 Edition of Best Lawyers in America
August 17, 2023
Pachulski Stang Ziehl & Jones Recognized With American Bankruptcy Institute's 2023 Asset Sale of the Year Award
May 1, 2023
Pachulski Stang Ziehl & Jones to Open Texas Office With the Addition of Michael Warner
January 11, 2021
Events
The Nuts & Bolts of a First-Day Hearing
Financial Poise Webinars Webinar
November 14, 2023
The Nuts & Bolts of a First-Day Hearing
Financial Poise Webinars Webinar
October 25, 2022
Who Benjamin represents
Benjamin reviews new inquiries case-by-case across a general legal practice in Houston and the surrounding Texas area.
Credentials
Education, bar admissions, and languages
University of Houston Law Center
J.D. · 2016
University of Oklahoma
B.A. · 2013
Jurisdictions
Benjamin's state bar admissions
Texas
2016 · ACTIVE
Benjamin studied at J.D. in University of Houston Law Center and B.A. in University of Oklahoma.
Law school and academic background
Benjamin completed J.D. in University of Houston Law Center and B.A. in University of Oklahoma. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Benjamin runs in Texas is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Locations
Benjamin L. Wallen's office in Houston
Benjamin's primary office is at 440 Louisiana Street, Suite 900, Houston, TX, 77002. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Pachulski Stang Ziehl & Jones LLP
440 Louisiana Street, Suite 900
Houston, TX 77002
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How to hire Benjamin L. Wallen — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new legal attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Benjamin usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Benjamin charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Benjamin's office.
What to bring to your first meeting
Bring any documents you already have — police reports, medical records, filed pleadings, correspondence from an insurer, a copy of the contract at issue. If you're not sure, err on the side of bringing everything; Benjamin will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a legal attorney in Houston, Texas
A short list to run through before you commit: How many legal matters have you handled in the last year? What's your fee structure? Who else in the office will work on this? What's your realistic estimate of timeline and range of outcomes? How do I reach you between meetings?
Fees & payment
Fees, payment methods, and consultation options for Benjamin
Benjamin discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in legal practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every legal matter is priced differently. Simple document review might be a flat fee. Injury litigation is often contingency. Complex commercial disputes usually run hourly with a retainer. Benjamin confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Benjamin's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many legal practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Benjamin L. Wallen
How much does it cost to hire Benjamin for a legal case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Benjamin walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Benjamin offer a free consultation?
Benjamin charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Benjamin's office. Some legal attorneys offer free consults — check Benjamin's current terms during booking.
How long do legal cases in Texas typically take?
Simple legal matters can wrap in a few weeks; disputed cases can run 6–18 months from intake to resolution, longer if the matter goes to trial. Benjamin gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Benjamin take my case if I'm outside Houston?
Benjamin is licensed in Texas. Matters governed by Texas law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Benjamin will tell you if the case is a fit or refer you to someone closer to your court.
What should I bring to my first meeting with Benjamin?
Bring every document that touches the dispute: contracts, correspondence, police or medical reports, filed pleadings, invoices, photographs, insurance letters. Also bring a written timeline of what happened, in your own words. Benjamin will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Benjamin accepting new legal clients right now?
Benjamin's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
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