Erik Maessen studied Dutch law in Tilburg. During his studies, he worked at the Court of Appeal in ‘s-Hertogenbosch. After being sworn in in 2001, he worked for 6 years at the Moszkowicz law firm in Maastricht. He then worked for several years at Weening Criminal Law Attorneys and Vonken Szymkowiak Criminal Law Attorneys. Since June 1, 2021, he has rejoined the team at Weening Criminal Law Attorneys.
Erik Maessen possesses extensive legal knowledge. His ready knowledge of law and jurisprudence makes him a thorough attorney. He capitalizes on this in his pleadings and cassation writings. This is why he has been a member of the Association of Cassation Lawyers in Criminal Cases since April 2012.