Atty. Michael C Van

Atty. Michael C Van

Mr. Michael C Van is a lawyer practicing commercial landlord and tenant law, construction law, construction contracts and 15 other areas of law.

Salt Lake City Salt Lake City 40 yrs experience 40 year
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About Michael C Van at a glance

Michael C Van is a Partner based in Salt Lake City, Utah, practicing at Shumway Van. They have 40+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1986. Their practice focuses on probate, personal injury, criminal defense, family law, and estate planning. Admitted to practice in Utah (1986), U.S. District Court, District of Utah and U.S. Court of Appeals, Tenth Circuit (1986), Nevada (1989), and U.S. District Court, District of Nevada and U.S., Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit (1989). Educated at Whittier College School of Law (J.D., 1986) and University of Utah (B.A., 1983). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Provides legal services in English German and Spanish. Serands clients in Salt Lake City, UT and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Mr. Michael C Van is a lawyer practicing commercial landlord and tenant law, construction law, construction contracts and 15 other areas of law
  • Michael received a B.A. degree from University of Utah in 1983, and has been licensed for 40 years
  • Michael practices at Shumway Van in Salt Lake City, UT and 2 others locations

Practice Areas Explained

Michael C Van's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Michael C Van handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Probate

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Personal Injury

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Criminal Defense

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Family Law

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Estate Planning & Probate

An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Utah

Practicing law in Utah. Legal matters in Utah are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Salt Lake City are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Utah state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Utah brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this andnue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Utah courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Michael C Van

Where is Michael C Van's law office located?
Michael C Van's law practice is located in Salt Lake City, Utah. The firm is Shumway Van. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Michael C Van handle?
Michael C Van focuses on probate, personal injury, criminal defense, family law, estate planning. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Utah.
How long has Michael C Van practiced law?
Michael C Van has 40+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1986.
What languages does Michael C Van speak?
Michael C Van provides legal services in English German, Spanish. Bilingual representation can be especially important when contracts, testimony, or court filings require accurate translation.
Where did Michael C Van go to law school?
Michael C Van earned their education at (J.D., 1986); (B.A., 1983).
How can I contact Michael C Van for a consultation?
You can contact Michael C Van directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has Michael C Van received?
Michael C Van's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Whittier College School of Law
- 1986
B.A.
University of Utah
- 1983

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Utah
Admitted: 1986
U.S. District Court, District of Utah and U.S. Court of Appeals, Tenth Circuit
Admitted: 1986
Nevada
Admitted: 1989
U.S. District Court, District of Nevada and U.S., Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit
Admitted: 1989
Texas
Admitted: 2011
Arizona
Admitted: 2015
Washington
Admitted: 2019

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