Howard Van Den Heuvel J.D. has been successfully advising businesses and individuals for over 20 years. His skills have been recognized by other attorneys who have retained him to advise them.
With a specialty in difficult cases, Howard represents clients that other attorneys will not take.
He is a graduate of Calvin College and Thomas M. Cooley Law School. Howard Van Den Heuvel is licensed to practice before all Michigan state courts, the Federal District Court, and the Federal Sixth Circuit Court of Appeals in Cincinnati.
Contact my office to schedule an appointment: (616)-698-0000 Monday-Friday 8:00AM-6:00PM
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4920 Broadmoor Ave SE
Grand Rapids, MI, 49512-5359
State | Status | Acquired | Updated |
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MI | Active And In Good Standing | 1992 | 06/27/2022 |
Award name | Grantor | Date Granted |
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Distinguished | Martindale-Hubbell | 2019 |
Client Champion Award | Martindale-Hubbell | 2019 |
Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 | Martindale-Hubbell | 2013 |
Cients Choice | Avvo.com | 2013 |
Top Contributor | Avvo.com | 2013 |
Top Attorney Family | Avvo.com | 2013 |
Juris Doctor | Western Michigan Thomas M. Cooley Law School | 1992 |
Award for Outstanding Service | U.S. Attorney's Office | 1991 |
Title | Company name | Duration |
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Senior Attorney | Van Den Heuvel Law Office | 1992 - Present |
Law Clerk | United States Attorney's Office | 1991 - 1991 |
Association name | Position name | Duration |
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Christian Reformed Church Loan Fund Inc. | Board Member | 2018 - Present |
Calvin University Law Professionals of Michigan | Contributing Member | 2016 - Present |
Grand Rapids Bar Association, Family Law Section | Member | 2014 - Present |
The Rutherford Institute | Participating Attorney | 2001 - Present |
State Bar of Michigan | Member | 1992 - Present |
Grand Rapids Bar Association | Member | 1992 - 1998 |
Publication name | Title | Date |
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Van Den Heuvel Law Blog | Van Den Heuvel Law Blog | 2013 |
Van Den Heuvel Law Blog | Child Custody and Petitions for Custody | 2013 |
Van Den Heuvel Law Blog | Child Custoy and the 12 Best Interest Factors | 2013 |
Van Den Heuvel Law Blog | What Do Legal Rates Mean? | 2013 |
School name | Degree | Graduated |
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Thomas M. Cooley Law School | Juris Doctor | 1991 |
Calvin College | Bachelor's Degree | 1984 |
Conference name | Title | Date |
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Grand Rapids Bar Association | Mental Health Issues Diagnosis in the Practice of Law and Criminal Defense | 2019 |
Grand Rapids Bar Association | Combating Motions for Admission of "Other Acts" Evidence | 2019 |
PSYC W10 Psychology and the Law | Finding the Truth in Law | 2017 |
Christian Legal Society of Thomas M. Cooley Law School | Ethics in Law | 2012 |
Calvin College Business Forum | What Lawyers Can Do For Businesses | 2011 |
Case name | Outcome |
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Verduin v. Gaines Township | Ordinance Violation Overturned |
Beechy v. Central Michigan Dist. Health Department |
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Timothy Trichler, Business Attorney on Nov 21, 2013
Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter
I endorse this lawyer. This lawyer is one of the most ethical in West Michigan. His aggressive representation ensures that his client gets a fair outcome. If I personally needed a lawyer, I would have Vandenhuvel on my short list.
Richard Lobbes, General practice Attorney on Oct 25, 2013
Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter
I endorse this lawyer. I've known Howard for many years. I know his character to be of absolutely sterling quality and his representation of his clients is aggressive but tempered with compassion.
Derek Jacques, Family Attorney on Oct 10, 2018
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Howard G. Van Den Heuvel is a great family law attorney. I had the distinct pleasure of seeing his legal expertise in action and I would not hesitate to recommend this lawyer to any client in need.
Melissa Powell, Family Attorney on Apr 27, 2017
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Howard and his firm work hard to represent his clients in and out of the courtroom. They go above and beyond to treat each client with respect and diligently meet their needs at times that are convenient for their clients.
Nathaniel Kaleefey, Real estate Attorney on Mar 20, 2017
Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter
Recently, Howard and I did a complicated real estate deal together. He did a great job. He was responsive, tough, honest, and detailed. He helped calm a tense situation between our clients. We completed the transaction in a way that satisfied everyone involved. I recommend Howard, and I'm looking forward to working with Howard again.
Christian Lassen, Unknown Attorney on Dec 24, 2014
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Top-notch attorney. Highly respected in the legal community.
James Kraayeveld, Litigation Attorney on Nov 7, 2014
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Howard is a very compassionate attorney who takes the time to listen to his clients and pursue their interests.
James Oppenhuizen, Unknown Attorney on Nov 6, 2014
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer. Ethically worked hard to obtain a fair resolution for his client.
Michael Waddington, Criminal defense Attorney on Jun 4, 2014
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse Howard. He is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community.
Timothy Trichler, Business Attorney on Nov 21, 2013
Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter
I endorse this lawyer. This lawyer is one of the most ethical in West Michigan. His aggressive representation ensures that his client gets a fair outcome. If I personally needed a lawyer, I would have Vandenhuvel on my short list.
Bruce Block, Divorce and separation Attorney on Nov 5, 2013
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Attorney Howard Van Den Heuvel is ethical, hard working, and an asset to the legal community. He has spent the last 22 years representing clients in family matters, bankruptcy, and much more. From his office conveniently located in Grand Rapids near M-6, he has helped numerous divorce clients in difficult situations. He also writes Last Wills and Testaments.
Ronald Foster, Litigation Attorney on Oct 25, 2013
Relationship: Worked together on matter
I endorse this lawyer.
Richard Lobbes, General practice Attorney on Oct 25, 2013
Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter
I endorse this lawyer. I've known Howard for many years. I know his character to be of absolutely sterling quality and his representation of his clients is aggressive but tempered with compassion.
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