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Acquired: 1995
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255 River St, Manistee, MI, 49660
27 Client Reviews
Showing 1 - 5 of 8 reviews | Practice Area Knowledge
Posted by anonymous | May 31, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation
Case manager
Accomplished exactly what I wanted with my divorce case in the most timely and efficient manner possible. Upset he doesnt do custody cases anymore because hes the best around for the job.
Posted by Frank | September 13, 2015 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation
Divorce is ugly, Les handles it so his client's best interests are taken care of
Les handled my divorce with knowledge and wisdom for what would be best for when everything was done. When I had a thought or a wish that would be negative in the long run or when I was otherwise being short sighted, Les gave it to me straight. He pointed out the things that would be best for the k...
Posted by anonymous | December 05, 2014 | Contracts & Agreements
self employed business owner
I am excellent at building things, but not very good at reading people. there are powerful and unsavory folks out there who look to take advantage of someone like me. I did not realize it at first, but the general contract he created for my business has protected me from these folks more than once....
Posted by Linda | October 05, 2011 | Real Estate
A lawyer's lawyer
I practice personal injury law in Colorado, but knew that I needed sound legal advice before entering into a real estate transaction in Michigan. I did my homework, found the high-ratings earned by Mr. Van Alstine on AVVO and chose him for representation. I was not disappointed, he was thorough, th...
Posted by Sherry | February 21, 2011 | Child Custody
Trustworthy, up-front, my first choice
From the moment you walk in the office, you feel at ease and taken care of. Mr. Van Alstine was recommended to me by an attorney that a friend of mine works for, who was unable to take my case because of time & travelling. I am so glad I followed his advice, and called Les. Les has been an invaluable...
"I endorse this lawyer. I have observed Mr. Van Alstine II in state and tribal court and cannot say enough about his knowledge of the law and his compassion for his clients. He is result driven and well respected in the community."
"Les is an exceptional attorney, the likes that one does not often see anymore. A believer in individual rights and defending freedoms - he is an inspiration to attorneys and a blessing to clients."
"I heartily endorse this lawyer. I am a licensed Michigan attorney, but needed local counsel to assist us with a real estate matter. Les was available, knowledgeable, thorough and candid. His breadth of knowledge extended beyond the mechanics of the deal to the pertinent regional economics, the local politics, and the relevant local and state administrative agencies. Les's ethics and loyalty are beyond reproach, and are especially valuable to lawyers, such as myself, who are from out-of-town. If you are looking for co-counsel in the Northwestern Lower Peninsula, especially Manistee County, call Les Van Alstine."
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2017
Manistee Lawyer of the Year, Manistee News Advocate
1998
Manistee Attorney of the Year, Manistee News Advocate
1995 - Present
Owner, Leslie E. Van Alstine II, P.L.L.C.
1992 - 1994
Law Clerk, Ingham County Circuit Court
1991 - 1992
Law Clerk, Rapaport, Pollok, Farrell, & Waldron
2015 - Present
American Indian Law CommiteeCommitee Member
2007 - Present
Indian Law Bar SectionMember
1999 - Present
State Bar of Michigan, Criminal Law SectionMember
1999 - Present
State Bar of Michigan, Real Property Law SectionMember
1998 - Present
State Bar of Michigan, Business Law SectionMember
1995 - Present
State Bar of Michigan
Acquittal
Dismissal after 3 days of jury trial
Jury delivered no cause of action.
Bench trial resulting in no cause of action.
Back pay and reinstatement of employment.
Settlement that was beneficial to Defendant.
1994
JD - Juris Doctor
1990
Bachelor of Science
1988
1987
Associate of Arts
2000
2012
English
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