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Your Trusted Legal Partner in Grand Rapids, MI
Van Den Heuvel Law Office has provided comprehensive legal representation in Grand Rapids, Michigan since 1992. Our firm combines over 33 years of experience with tenacious advocacy to protect clients' rights in family law, criminal defense, business litigation, and estate planning matters. We prioritize creative problem-solving and personalized service, handling complex cases involving high-asset divorces, criminal charges, business disputes, and custody matters.Our attorneys bring extensive courtroom experience and a commitment to innovative strategies, regularly accepting cases other firms decline. We serve individuals and businesses throughout Michigan, offering after-hours consultations and maintaining a proven track record of achieving favorable outcomes through negotiation, litigation, and alternative dispute resolution methods.
Services
Family Law
Criminal Defense
Business Litigation
Estate Planning
DUI Defense
Probate
Real Estate Law
Noncompete Agreements
Child Custody
Spousal Support
Details
- Year established: 1992
Highlights and features
- We have over 33 years of experience delivering comprehensive legal representation
- Our attorneys provide tenacious courtroom advocacy with proven results
- We implement creative problem-solving strategies for complex legal matters
- We serve individuals and businesses throughout Michigan with personalized attention
- Our team accepts challenging cases other firms typically decline
What people say
Knowledgeable attorneys
Compassionate representation
Proven results
Aggressive advocacy
Creative solutions
Services
Family Law
Our family law practice handles complex divorce cases, child custody disputes, and asset division matters. We protect clients' interests in high-asset divorces involving business ownership and real estate. Our attorneys provide compassionate representation for custody, parenting time, and support issues while maintaining aggressive advocacy in court.
Criminal Defense
We defend clients against felony and misdemeanor charges including DUI, domestic violence, and white-collar crimes. Our approach combines courtroom experience with strategic defense planning to reduce charges or achieve dismissals. We represent clients in trials, negotiations, and appeals while protecting constitutional rights throughout the legal process.
Business Litigation
Our business litigation services address contract disputes, noncompete agreements, and commercial transactions. We represent clients in breach of contract claims, real estate disputes, and franchise law matters. The firm partners with tax advisors to resolve complex business tax issues while providing strategic counsel for corporate disputes and transactions.
Estate Planning
We create comprehensive estate plans including wills, trusts, and power of attorney documents. Our attorneys develop customized strategies for asset protection and inheritance planning. We help clients establish medical directives and financial powers of attorney while ensuring compliance with Michigan estate laws.
DUI Defense
Our DUI defense practice challenges chemical test results and police procedures in OWI cases. We represent clients facing first-time and repeat offenses, including commercial drivers and cases involving child endangerment. The firm employs strategic defenses to reduce penalties, negotiate plea agreements, and preserve driving privileges.
People
Howard Van Den Heuvel
Founder
Howard Van Den Heuvel founded the firm in 1992 and has over 33 years of legal experience. He specializes in family law, criminal defense, and business litigation while maintaining a client-focused approach. Howard provides strategic counsel for complex legal matters and mentors junior attorneys in courtroom advocacy.
Justin Van Den Heuvel
Attorney
Justin Van Den Heuvel represents clients in criminal defense, family law, and business litigation matters. He brings aggressive advocacy to complex cases while maintaining a client-centered approach. Justin focuses on achieving practical solutions through negotiation and trial preparation while handling cases other firms decline.
Questions
Can child support orders be modified after establishment?
Yes, child support orders can be modified with substantial changes in income, living arrangements, or child needs.
How does Michigan determine spousal support?
Courts consider marriage duration, earning capacity, living standards, and health when determining spousal support.
How are domestic violence allegations handled in family court?
Courts prioritize safety through protection orders and consider allegations when making custody decisions.
What constitutes marital property in Michigan?
Marital property includes assets acquired during marriage like real estate, vehicles, retirement accounts, and business interests.
Can I relocate with my children after divorce?
Relocation requires court approval when impacting parenting time, with decisions based on the child's best interests.
