Attorney Michael T. van der Veen concentrates his practice in personal injury, criminal defense and commercial litigation. He is driven to stand up for the injured and the innocent – a drive that has fueled his formidable reputation, as well as his extraordinary results. Mr. van der Veen’s record of success in both civil and criminal courts includes acquittals in high-profile criminal cases and numerous seven-figure and eight-figure awards for victims. He has saved numerous corporations from unfair and oppressive government regulation. He has won out-right victories for small companies and their owners, who were embroiled in complex corporate litigation.

Practice Areas

Animal and Dog Bites 5%

Animal Law 5%

Business 5%

Car Accident 5%

Civil Rights 5%

Contracts and Agreements 5%

Criminal Defense 5%

DUI and DWI 5%

Defective and Dangerous Products 5%

Health Care 5%

Identity Theft 5%

Internet 5%

Lawsuits and Disputes 5%

Litigation 5%

Nursing Home Abuse and Neglect 5%

Other 5%

Personal Injury 5%

Transportation 5%

Violent Crime 5%

White Collar Crime 5%

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Awards

2019 2017

Avvo Client's Choice Awards

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This attorney has received at least 3 client reviews, and has an average score of 4.0 or higher.

Licenses

Licensed in New Jersey for 29 years

State: New Jersey

Acquired: 1996

Active

No misconduct found

Licensed in Pennsylvania for 30 years

State: Pennsylvania

Acquired: 1995

Active

No misconduct found

Licensed in Illinois for 35 years

State: Illinois

Acquired: 1991

Active and Authorized to Practice Law

No misconduct found

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Location

van der Veen, Hartshorn,

(215) 546-5829

Fax

1219 Spruce Street, Philadelphia, PA, 19107

mtvlaw.com

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4.8 /5.0

54 Client Reviews

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Practice Areas

Lawsuits & Disputes (18) Personal Injury (5) Litigation (3) Car Accidents (2) Ethics & Professional Responsibility (2) Constitutional (1) Criminal Defense (1) Election Campaigns & Political Law (1) Insurance (1)

What Clients Mention

Case Results (16) Advocacy (9) Professionalism (9) Character & Conduct (7) Recommendation (6) Communication Style (5) Trustworthiness (5) Responsiveness (4) Cost of Services (2) Practice Area Knowledge (2) Staff & Support (2) Compassion (1) General Knowledge (1)

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Posted by Meghan | July 20, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

Dog Bite Case

Mr. Van Der Veen and his team went above and beyond for my case. Even though my case was far from ground-breaking they always treated me with respect and professionalism. They gave me extreme confidence that my case was with the right people with the amount of detailed work that was done. I would hig...hly recommend to anyone in need a great team of attorneys.

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Posted by Sue | March 22, 2017 | Hired Attorney

Michael Vanderveen is such a professional

Michael is the only lawyer I will ever hire. He is a gentleman & he is knowledgeable in all areas of the law. I trust him because he is such a genuine person and he only wants the best outcome for his clients. The office is like an extended family!!

Posted by anonymous | January 11, 2017 | Hired Attorney

The Best in Philadelphia

Michael Van Der Veen is extremely professional and knowledgeable of the law as well as being a compassionate attorney who really cares about his clients. I have had a great experience with his handling of my case and would recommend him wholeheartedly.

Posted by anonymous | January 11, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Personal Injury

Car Accident

I was in a horrible car accident at the end of last year and resulted in many medical bills and insurance disagreements. Mr. Van Der Veen was efficient and helped settle my case very quickly. This was promising and I know if another situation arrives I will go to him.

Posted by anonymous | September 13, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Car Accidents

Quick Service

I was in a car accident in May 2015. Service at the office was very good. My case settled very quickly. They were on the ball. I didn't really have a problem, everything went smoothly.

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Michael Thomas van der Veen's Lawyer Endorsements

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Joshua Benjamin

Personal injury lawyer | Jan 20

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Michael is an astounding attorney who will fight for his clients. I had the pleasure of working under Mike before law school and his work ethic inspired me to open my own firm after law school. Would highly recommend him to anyone in need."

Daniel Kron

Criminal defense lawyer | Oct 19

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Simply said, Michael is an outstanding criminal attorney. Highly recommended!"

Chris Duerr

Criminal defense lawyer | Mar 15

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"Mike is a great attorney and highly recomended"

Michael Mullen

Litigation lawyer | Jan 08

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Michael is top-notch! A++. Fantastic lawyer!!"

Todd Mosser

Criminal defense lawyer | Jan 27

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

Steve Jarmon

Criminal defense lawyer | Jun 15

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

Lidia Alperovich

Criminal defense lawyer | Apr 01

Relationship: Worked for lawyer

"My mentor, best litigator, great jurist"

David Kline

Litigation lawyer | Jan 10

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. Mike is the whole package, the ultra rare breed of a true PI trial lawyer and a true courtroom criminal defense lawyer. There is only one other lawyer I know in the last 22 years who is superb, like Mike, in both areas. Mike is equally skilled at defending someone in a homicide case or representing a catastrophically injured person with inadequate apparent liability coverage, the so called coverage tragedy. I had a co-plaintiff with him once. He had incredibly creative theories on the case that caused him to recover every possible penny for his client. I rode his coattails, and learned much from him as he triumphed over the 12 defense attorneys in the case."

Lee Perlman

Personal injury lawyer | Jun 14

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Michael's clients have shared with me his level of detail and solid results, he is a hard working lawyer that you want on your side!"

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Experience

Rating: 10.0 (Superb)

Honors

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2024

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2023

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2022

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2021

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2020

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2019

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2018

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2017

Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2017