$ 275-375 per hour
Peter Mathew Van Dyke
also known as Peter Van Dyke
About Peter
Biography
Van Dyke Law, LLC is a boutique law firm handling real estate closings and personal injury litigation throughout Connecticut and Massachusetts. We handle every type of real estate transaction - purchases, sales, short sales, and refinances - and handle personal injury litigation in both State and Federal courts.
Van Dyke Law, LLC, leverages cutting edge technology to provide the best customer service to our clients. With offices strategically located in West Hartford, Glastonbury, and Enfield, Connecticut, Van Dyke Law, LLC is able to meet with its clients wherever, and whenever, it's most convenient for them.
Practice Areas
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Practice Areas
Fees and Rates
Cost
Hourly Rates
Contingency
20%-33%
Retainer
Sometimes
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Licensed in Connecticut for 22 years
State: Connecticut
Acquired: 2003
No misconduct found
Licensed in Massachusetts for 23 years
State: Massachusetts
Acquired: 2002
No misconduct found
Location
Van Dyke Law, LLC
437 Naubuc Avenue, #105, Glastonbury, CT, 06033
Van Dyke Law, LLC
430 New Park Avenue, #102, West Hartford, CT, 06110
Van Dyke Law, LLC
174 South Road , # 302, Enfield, CT, 06082
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Showing 1 - 5 of 5 reviews | Real Estate
Posted by Gennadiy | January 22, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Real Estate
I would recommend Peter Van Dyke to anyone
Attorney Van Dyke has been representing my family for over 10 years. I admire his knowledge, his ability to find quick and effective solution for any complicated issue, and very efficient work of his team. As a personal injury attorney, Peter is diligent, persistent and patient. I had his represent...
Posted by Chis | July 16, 2015 | Real Estate
Home Purchase
Attorney Peter Van Dyke and his team are tremendous at what they do. They provided me with friendly, efficient and knowledgeable service throughout the entire process of purchasing my home. This was a bank owned property which lead to several unforeseen hurdles that Peter and team guided me throug...
Posted by Allison | June 23, 2015 | Real Estate
Great Commercial Real Estate Attorney
When purchasing commercial property, I turned to Peter. Every step of the way, Peter guided me through the transaction, made fantastic suggestions, and answered my questions. Everything was worked out long before we got to the closing table. As a lawyer myself, I was impressed with Pete's ability to ...
Posted by Kathryn | May 15, 2015 | Real Estate
Excellent Real Estate Attorney
Peter has been our real estate attorney for the purchase and sale of our last two homes and we have been more than impressed with his services. He is prompt, professional, and detail oriented. When issues arose during our last closing, he skillfully negotiated a resolution on the spot. We could not h...
Posted by Steve | May 14, 2015 | Real Estate
Outstanding Personal Injury AND Real Estate Lawyer
My wife and I used Peter for two real estate closings adn were extremely impressed by his professionalism. He made the process extremely easy for us and was very well organized. We had an issue come up during one closing and he effectively negotiated a resolution for us that we were very happy with...
Peter Mathew Van Dyke's Lawyer Endorsements
"Peter is one of the toughest advocates I know. He not only fights for his clients but for the greater cause also. You want a lawyer who sees the big picture, then we all win. I would not hesitate to call Pete if I needed help."
"I have had numerous occasions over several years to interact professionally with Peter. He is an attorney of the highest integrity and professionalism. I know from client's that I have referred to him that he advocates diligently and skillfully while keeping his clients informed. I endorse Peter without any reservation."
"I have worked with Peter for many years. He is an exceptional real estate lawyer."
"I referred a friend to Peter and heard from that friend a week later to express his appreciation for Peter's exceptional responsiveness and professional work product. I also know him to be a creative thinker and extremely knowledgeable when discussing cases as colleagues."
"When purchasing commercial property, I turned to Peter. Every step of the way, Peter guided me through the transaction, made fantastic suggestions, and answered my questions. Everything was worked out long before we got to the closing table. As a lawyer myself, I was impressed with Pete's ability to anticipate and solve problems."
"Peter and I were law school classmates and have worked together on a number of matters in the years since. He has provided me with great advice in civil litigation cases, and is well respected by colleagues and clients. I recommend Peter for litigation and transactional issues, including real estate, and other general matters."
"Peter is a smart and very capable lawyer. We worked together in the same firm years ago. Since then I have been very happy to send him clients who would benefit from both his skills and his commitment. I strongly recommend Peter."
"I've worked with Peter and I've hired Peter. He's handled class actions and commercial real estate transactions for me. He is a first rate human being and attorney. I recommend him without hesitation."
"I endorse Peter. He is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community."
"Pete possesses that rare combination of intelligence, ambition and approachability that make him the perfect advocate for class action claims. I immediately refer any potential class action to him, and have always been impressed with how he has handled them."
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Experience
Honors
2015
Client Choice Award - Personal Injury, AVVO
2015
Client Choice Award - Real Estate, AVVO
2015
Client's Choice Award - Probate, AVVO
2012
10 Year Anniversary, Martindale-Hubbell
2002
Teaching Assistant - Moot Court, University of Connecticut School of Law
2001
International Law Journal - Assoociate Editor, University of Connecticut School of Law
2000
Teaching Assistant - Lawyering Process, University of Connecticut School of Law
1998
Membership, Beta Gamma Sigma
Work Experience
2020 - Present
Principal Attorney, Van Dyke Law, LLC
2009 - 2020
Partner, Eagan, Donohue, Van Dyke & Falsey, LLP
2003 - 2012
Associate, Stanger & Arnold, LLP
2002 - 2003
Associate, Sullivan & Worcester
Sample of Legal Cases
Suburban Services, Inc. v. SNET Information Services, Inc.
$2,747,955 settlement
Todd Lessard v. Rent-A-Center East, Inc./Blass v. Rent-Way, Inc.
$7,391,527 settlement
Prepayment Penalty Class Action
$855,000 settlement
Jennifer Blass, et al v. Amazon.com, Inc., et al
$82,426.98 settlement
Pamela Blass, et al v. Mother’s Work, Inc.
$318,964.07 settlement
Pedestrian/Motor Vehicle Wrongful Death
$800,000.00 settlement
Rear End Accident
$500,000.00 arbitration award
Police Cruiser Accident
$435,000.00 settlement
Education
2002
University of Connecticut School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
1998
Clark University
MBA
1993
Bowdoin College
BA
Speaking Engagements
2003
Business Law For MBAs
Business Law
2002
Business Law For MBAs
Business Law
Publications
2015
ConnecticutForSale.com
Insider Advice on Buying Your Home
2014
Portfolio Media (Law360)
Pernick v. Gilman et al
2014
Portfolio Media (Law360)
Alqamus v. Pacific Specialty Insurance Company
2012
Connecticut Law Tribune
Hannaford v. Mann
2012
Portfolio Media (Law360)
McKeen v. Carrier IQ, Inc. et al
2011
Class Action Reports
SONY COMPUTER: Faces 11th Suit Over Private Data Breach
2011
Connecticut Law Tribune
Blass v. Rite Aid of Connecticut, Inc.
2011
law 360
Edwards et al v. Hartford et al
2011
Portfolio Media (Law360)
Criscitelli et al v. THD At Home Services. Inc. et al
2009
Connecticut Law Tribune
Lessard v. Lane Bryant Inc.
2008
Connecticut Law Tribune
Lessard v. Rent-A-Center East Inc.
2008
Connecticut Law Tribune Magazine
In Re: U-Haul Class Action v. U-Haul International Inc.
2007
2002
Connecticut Law Tribune
ARE LAWYERS LIABLE ONLY TO THEIR CLIENTS?; FIVE QUESTIONS COURTS ASK WHEN DECIDING LIABILITY TO THIRD PARTIES
2002
Connecticut Law Tribune Magazine
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Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Answers
Q&A
How do you serve a national association bank?
10 May 2015
Q&A
I recently purchased a foreclosed home. How do I remove the squatters currently occupying it (they do not have a lease)?
10 May 2015
Q&A
Can I sue the hospital for my car being stolen in their parking garage?
07 May 2015