Atty. Gary A. Van Cleve

Atty. Gary A. Van Cleve

Gary A. Van Cleve is a lawyer practicing real estate litigation, litigation and dispute resolution.

Bloomington Bloomington 46 yrs experience 46 year
Call (612) 887-4534 Book Appointment

Profile Summary

About Gary A. Van Cleve at a glance

Gary A. Van Cleve is a real estate, estate litigation, and litigation attorney based in Bloomington, Minnesota. They have 46+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1980. Admitted to practice in Iowa (1980), Minnesota (1984), U.S. District Court District of Minnesota (1984), and Wisconsin (1990). Educated at University of Iowa (J.D., 1980) and University of Wisconsin (B.A., 1977). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Bloomington, MN and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Gary A. Van Cleve is a lawyer practicing real estate litigation, litigation and dispute resolution
  • Gary received a B.A. degree from University of Wisconsin in 1977, and has been licensed for 46 years
  • Gary practices in Bloomington, MN

Practice Areas Explained

Gary A. Van Cleve's Areas of Practice

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

Real Estate Law

Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.

Gary A. Van Cleve is one of 316,149 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in Minnesota →

Estate & Trust Litigation

Gary A. Van Cleve is one of 20,023 estate litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate litigation attorneys in Minnesota →

Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

Gary A. Van Cleve is one of 454,532 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in Minnesota →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Minnesota

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

Looking for additional Minnesota attorneys? Browse all attorneys in Bloomington or all attorneys in Minnesota.

Frequently Asked

Common questions about Gary A. Van Cleve

Where is Gary A. Van Cleve's law office located?
Gary A. Van Cleve's law practice is located in Bloomington, Minnesota. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Gary A. Van Cleve handle?
Gary A. Van Cleve focuses on real estate, estate litigation, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Minnesota.
How long has Gary A. Van Cleve practiced law?
Gary A. Van Cleve has 46+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1980.
Where did Gary A. Van Cleve go to law school?
Gary A. Van Cleve earned their education at (J.D., 1980); (B.A., 1977).
How can I contact Gary A. Van Cleve for a consultation?
You can contact Gary A. Van Cleve 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 Gary A. Van Cleve received?
Gary A. Van Cleve's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of Iowa
- 1980
B.A.
University of Wisconsin
- 1977

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Iowa
Admitted: 1980
Minnesota
Admitted: 1984
U.S. District Court District of Minnesota
Admitted: 1984
Wisconsin
Admitted: 1990
U.S. District Court, Western District of Wisconsin
Admitted: 1997
U.S. District Court, Northern District of Iowa
Admitted: 2005

Reviews

4.8
2 Review
5 0
4 0
3 0
2 0
1 0
These reviews belong to platform users; they do not constitute advertisement or promotion for the attorney. Opinions are published for informational purposes only.

No reviews yet.