Atty. Ivan Erik Shaw

Atty. Ivan Erik Shaw

Ivan Erik Shaw is a lawyer practicing estate planning, estate administration, trusts and 4 other areas of law. Ivan received a B.A. degree from Washington State University in 1997, and has been licensed for 25 years.

Grand Rapids Grand Rapids 25 yrs experience 25 year
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Profile Summary

About Ivan Erik Shaw at a glance

Ivan Erik Shaw is an Of Counsel based in Grand Rapids, Michigan, practicing at Arnson VanTol Law, PLC. They have 25+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2001. Their practice focuses on divorce, trusts, probate, estate planning, and real estate. Admitted to practice in Michigan (2001) and U.S. District Court Western District of Michigan (2004). Educated at Thomas M. Cooley Law School (J.D., 2001) and Washington State University (B.A. Political, 1997). Active member of State Bar of Michigan Grand Rapids Bar Association IACP Collaborative Divorce Professionals of West Michigan Collaborative Practice Institute of Michigan. Serands clients in Grand Rapids, MI and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Ivan Erik Shaw is a lawyer practicing estate planning, estate administration, trusts and 4 other areas of law
  • Ivan received a B.A. degree from Washington State University in 1997, and has been licensed for 25 years
  • Ivan practices at Arnson VanTol Law, PLC in Grand Rapids, MI

Practice Areas Explained

Ivan Erik Shaw's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Ivan Erik Shaw handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Divorce

A divorce attorney guides you through property division, spousal support, custody, and the final decree — contested or uncontested.

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Trusts

Ivan Erik Shaw is one of 104,172 trusts attorneys indexed nationally. Browse trusts attorneys in Michigan →

Probate

Ivan Erik Shaw is one of 128,014 probate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse probate attorneys in Michigan →

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.

Ivan Erik Shaw is one of 226,537 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning attorneys in Michigan →

Real Estate Law

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

Ivan Erik Shaw is one of 316,149 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate 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 Grand Rapids 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 Ivan Erik Shaw

Where is Ivan Erik Shaw's law office located?
Ivan Erik Shaw's law practice is located in Grand Rapids, Michigan. The firm is Arnson VanTol Law, PLC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Ivan Erik Shaw handle?
Ivan Erik Shaw focuses on divorce, trusts, probate, estate planning, real estate. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Michigan.
How long has Ivan Erik Shaw practiced law?
Ivan Erik Shaw has 25+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2001.
Where did Ivan Erik Shaw go to law school?
Ivan Erik Shaw earned their education at (J.D., 2001); (B.A. Political, 1997).
How can I contact Ivan Erik Shaw for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Thomas M. Cooley Law School
- 2001
B.A. Political
Washington State University
- 1997

Bar Admissions

Michigan
Admitted: 2001
U.S. District Court Western District of Michigan
Admitted: 2004

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