Atty. Mark D van der Laan

Atty. Mark D van der Laan

Mark D van der Laan is a lawyer practicing litigation, consumer financial services, financial services litigation and 3 other areas of law. Mark received a B.A. degree from Calvin College, and has been licensed for 30 years.

Grand Rapids Grand Rapids 30 yrs experience 30 year
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Profile Summary

About Mark D van der Laan at a glance

Mark D van der Laan is a Member based in Grand Rapids, Michigan, practicing at Dykema. They have 30+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1996. Their practice focuses on business, litigation, consumer, and appellate. Admitted to practice in Michigan (1996), U.S. District Court, Western District of Michigan (1996), U.S. Court of Appeals, Sixth Circuit (1998), and U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Michigan (2000). Educated at Ohio State University J.D. (—) and Calvin College B.A. Ohio State University M.F.A. (—). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of State Bar of Michigan American Bar Association. Serands clients in Grand Rapids, MI and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Mark D van der Laan is a lawyer practicing litigation, consumer financial services, financial services litigation and 3 other areas of law
  • Mark received a B.A. degree from Calvin College, and has been licensed for 30 years
  • Mark practices at Dykema in Grand Rapids, MI

Practice Areas Explained

Mark D van der Laan's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Mark D van der Laan handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Business & Corporate Law

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Civil Litigation

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Consumer Protection

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Appellate Practice

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Jurisdictional Context

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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 Mark D van der Laan

Where is Mark D van der Laan's law office located?
Mark D van der Laan's law practice is located in Grand Rapids, Michigan. The firm is Dykema. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Mark D van der Laan handle?
Mark D van der Laan focuses on business, litigation, consumer, appellate. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Michigan.
How long has Mark D van der Laan practiced law?
Mark D van der Laan has 30+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1996.
Where did Mark D van der Laan go to law school?
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What awards or recognition has Mark D van der Laan received?
Mark D van der Laan's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

Ohio State University J.D.
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Calvin College B.A. Ohio State University M.F.A.
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Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Michigan
Admitted: 1996
U.S. District Court, Western District of Michigan
Admitted: 1996
U.S. Court of Appeals, Sixth Circuit
Admitted: 1998
U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Michigan
Admitted: 2000
U.S. Supreme Court
Admitted: 2001
U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois
Admitted: 2007

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