Atty. Peter Van
Peter Van is a lawyer practicing real estate investment trusts, real estate development, real estate finance and 12 other areas of law. Peter received a B.A. degree from Dartmouth College, and has been licensed for 64 years.
Real Estate Development & More Attorney · Serving Boston, MA · 64+ Years Experience
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About Peter Van at a Glance
Peter Van is a trusts, probate, wrongful death, personal injury, and estate planning attorney based in Boston, Massachusetts. They have 64+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1962. Admitted to practice in Massachusetts (1962). Educated at Dartmouth College B.A. 1958 Rufus Choate Scholar Dartmouth College B.A. Boston College (—). Serves clients in Boston, MA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Peter Van
- Peter Van is a lawyer practicing real estate investment trusts, real estate development, real estate finance and 12 other areas of law
- Peter received a B.A. degree from Dartmouth College, and has been licensed for 64 years
- Peter practices in Boston, MA
Practice Areas Explained
Peter Van's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Peter Van handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Boston.
Trusts in Boston
Peter Van is one of 103,428 trusts attorneys indexed nationally. Browse trusts attorneys in Massachusetts →
Probate in Boston
Peter Van is one of 127,041 probate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse probate attorneys in Massachusetts →
Wrongful Death in Boston
Peter Van is one of 30,932 wrongful death attorneys indexed nationally. Browse wrongful death attorneys in Massachusetts →
Personal Injury in Boston
Personal injury attorneys help accident victims recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. Most work on contingency — no fee unless you win.
Peter Van is one of 262,557 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Massachusetts →
Estate Planning & Probate in Boston
An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.
Peter Van is one of 224,789 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning attorneys in Massachusetts →
Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Boston
Practicing law in Massachusetts. Legal matters in Massachusetts are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Boston are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Massachusetts state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Massachusetts brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this venue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Massachusetts courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
Boston Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Boston-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in Boston Choose Peter Van
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish Peter Van's practice in the field of trusts, probate, wrongful death, personal injury, and estate planning.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Peter Van brings 64+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering trusts, probate, and wrongful death, Peter Van can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Boston
A Boston-based practice means Peter Van attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
Case Types
Common Legal Issues Peter Van Handles in Boston
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This list is illustrative, not exhaustive. Contact Peter Van directly to discuss the specifics of your situation.
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