Atty. David Vander Ploeg

Atty. David Vander Ploeg

David Vander Ploeg is a lawyer practicing corporate law, tax law, estate planning law. David received a A.B. degree from Michigan State University in 1958, and has been licensed for 65 years.

St. Joseph St. Joseph 65 yrs experience 65 year
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Profile Summary

About David Vander Ploeg at a glance

David Vander Ploeg is a estate planning, business, and tax attorney based in St. Joseph, Michigan. They have 65+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1961. Admitted to practice in Michigan (1961) and U.S. Tax Court (1966). Educated at University of Michigan (J.D., 1961) and Michigan State University (A.B., 1958). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in St. Joseph, MI and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • David Vander Ploeg is a lawyer practicing corporate law, tax law, estate planning law
  • David received a A.B. degree from Michigan State University in 1958, and has been licensed for 65 years
  • David practices in St. Joseph, MI

Practice Areas Explained

David Vander Ploeg's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases David Vander Ploeg handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

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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Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

David Vander Ploeg is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Michigan →

Tax Law

Tax attorneys handle IRS audits, tax debt, international tax, estate planning, and tax court litigation.

David Vander Ploeg is one of 85,302 tax attorneys indexed nationally. Browse tax attorneys in Michigan →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Michigan

Practicing law in Michigan. Legal matters in Michigan are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in St. Joseph are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Michigan state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Michigan 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 Michigan courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about David Vander Ploeg

Where is David Vander Ploeg's law office located?
David Vander Ploeg's law practice is located in St. Joseph, Michigan. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does David Vander Ploeg handle?
David Vander Ploeg focuses on estate planning, business, tax. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Michigan.
How long has David Vander Ploeg practiced law?
David Vander Ploeg has 65+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1961.
Where did David Vander Ploeg go to law school?
David Vander Ploeg earned their education at (J.D., 1961); (A.B., 1958).
How can I contact David Vander Ploeg for a consultation?
You can contact David Vander Ploeg 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 David Vander Ploeg received?
David Vander Ploeg's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of Michigan
- 1961
A.B.
Michigan State University
- 1958

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Michigan
Admitted: 1961
U.S. Tax Court
Admitted: 1966

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