We exist so you can focus on your life, instead of your finances.

We exist so you can focus on your life, instead of your finances.

About Walled Lake

Who We Are

We are a boutique financial planning and wealth management company based on the North Shore of Chicago, proudly serving clients from California and Washington to Florida and New Hampshire.

Why We're Different

With a hands-on, full-service approach, you can expect personalized care, unbiased advice, and unwavering commitment to your best interests.

What We Do

We integrate all aspects of your financial plan into a unified strategy, leveraging our team’s expertise across the financial spectrum.

Meet The Team

Noel Cooper, CFP®
Noel Cooper, CFP®

Noel Cooper, CFP®

Founder /
Managing Partner /
Principal

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Howard Klieger
Howard Klieger

Howard Klieger

Founder /
Managing Partner /
Principal

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Zach Walters, CFP®
Zach Walters, CFP®

Zach Walters, CFP®

Chief Investment Officer /
Principal

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Louis Klieger, CFP®
Louis Klieger, CFP®

Louis Klieger, CFP®

Sr. Relationship Manager /
Principal

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Shelton Smith
Shelton Smith

Shelton Smith

Senior Administrative Manager

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Blake Sciera
Blake Sciera

Blake Sciera

Junior Client Associate

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Yi Ding, CPA
Yi Ding, CPA

Yi Ding, CPA

VP, Tax Advisory Services

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Jennifere Lux
Jennifere Lux

Jennifere Lux

Senior Client Associate

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Our Approach

You may have several financial planning elements in place already — investing your savings, paying taxes, and buying insurance. Maybe you’ve started estate planning, or perhaps you’ve created a trust. But do all of these elements work in tandem to best support your financial strategy? Walled Lake’s holistic approach coordinates each factor into an integrated financial plan unique to your personal goals and values, so you can rest easy knowing that your finances are working efficiently for you. 

3

 Certified Financial Planners™

8

Dedicated
Professionals

100+

Combined Years of Experience

Our Mission

At Walled Lake, we believe that a lifetime of wealth is not built to remain idle; it should be put to work, driving you toward your goals and supporting your lifestyle. Our mission is to turn your financial wishlist into achievable milestones, helping you live your life on your terms. With personalized guidance and dedicated support, we empower you to strategically grow your wealth while staying true to what matters most to you.

Set Up an Introductory Conversation

We’ll ask questions to understand your situation and share insights about our approach and capabilities to help you decide if you’d like to proceed.

Establish Financial Goals

Together, we’ll identify your financial priorities and set realistic targets that align our efforts with your values and aspirations.

Develop a Financial Plan

Our team will create a tailored financial plan, aligning all your assets and strategies to effectively support your long-term goals.

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