Atty. Jeffrey A. Van Meter

Atty. Jeffrey A. Van Meter

Jeffrey A. Van Meter is a lawyer practicing decedents estates, elder law & advocacy, family trusts and 8 other areas of law.

Grand Rapids Grand Rapids 32 yrs experience 32 year
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Profile Summary

About Jeffrey A. Van Meter at a glance

Jeffrey A. Van Meter is a Member based in Grand Rapids, Michigan, practicing at Sherlund Faber & Van Meter, PLLC. They have 32+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1994. Their practice focuses on trusts, probate, estate planning, real estate, and tax. Admitted to practice in Michigan (1994) and U.S. District Court, Western District of Michigan (1994). Educated at Detroit College of Law (J.D. Villanova, 1994) and Grand Valley State University (B.B.A., 1990). Recognitions include Peer Reviewed. Active member of Grand Rapids Bar Association State Bar of Michigan. Serands clients in Grand Rapids, MI and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Jeffrey A. Van Meter is a lawyer practicing decedents estates, elder law & advocacy, family trusts and 8 other areas of law
  • Jeffrey received a B.B.A. degree from Grand Valley State University in 1990, and has been licensed for 32 years
  • Jeffrey practices at Sherlund Faber & Van Meter, PLLC in Grand Rapids, MI and 1 other location

Practice Areas Explained

Jeffrey A. Van Meter's Areas of Practice

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

Trusts

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Probate

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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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Real Estate Law

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

Jeffrey A. Van Meter is one of 316,149 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in Michigan →

Tax Law

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

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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 Jeffrey A. Van Meter

Where is Jeffrey A. Van Meter's law office located?
Jeffrey A. Van Meter's law practice is located in Grand Rapids, Michigan. The firm is Sherlund Faber & Van Meter, PLLC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Jeffrey A. Van Meter handle?
Jeffrey A. Van Meter focuses on trusts, probate, estate planning, real estate, tax. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Michigan.
How long has Jeffrey A. Van Meter practiced law?
Jeffrey A. Van Meter has 32+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1994.
Where did Jeffrey A. Van Meter go to law school?
Jeffrey A. Van Meter earned their education at (J.D. Villanova, 1994); (B.B.A., 1990).
How can I contact Jeffrey A. Van Meter for a consultation?
You can contact Jeffrey A. Van Meter 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 Jeffrey A. Van Meter received?
Jeffrey A. Van Meter's notable recognition includes: Peer Reviewed.

Education

J.D. Villanova
Detroit College of Law
- 1994
B.B.A.
Grand Valley State University
- 1990

Awards

Peer Reviewed

Bar Admissions

Michigan
Admitted: 1994
U.S. District Court, Western District of Michigan
Admitted: 1994

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