Atty. Thomas J. Van Meer

Atty. Thomas J. Van Meer

Mr. Thomas J.

Portland Portland 57 yrs experience 57 year
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Profile Summary

About Thomas J. Van Meer at a glance

Thomas J. Van Meer is a Member based in Portland, Maine, practicing at Van Meer & Belanger A Professional Corporation. They have 57+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1969. Their practice focuses on probate, estate planning, employment, tax, and health care. Admitted to practice in Michigan (1969) and Maine (1972). Educated at Wayne State University (J.D., 1969) and Wayne State University (B.S., 1967). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Cumberland County, Maine State Bar and American Bar Associations. Serands clients in Portland, ME and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Mr. Thomas J. Van Meer is a lawyer practicing tax law, professional practices, health care and 2 other areas of law
  • Thomas received a B.S. degree from Wayne State University in 1967, and has been licensed for 57 years
  • Thomas practices at Van Meer & Belanger A Professional Corporation in Portland, ME

Practice Areas Explained

Thomas J. Van Meer's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Thomas J. Van Meer handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

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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Employment Law

Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.

Thomas J. Van Meer is one of 169,120 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in Maine →

Tax Law

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

Thomas J. Van Meer is one of 85,302 tax attorneys indexed nationally. Browse tax attorneys in Maine →

Health Care Law

Health care attorneys for HIPAA, Medicare, Medicaid, regulatory compliance, and medical licensing matters.

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Maine

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Thomas J. Van Meer

Where is Thomas J. Van Meer's law office located?
Thomas J. Van Meer's law practice is located in Portland, Maine. The firm is Van Meer & Belanger A Professional Corporation. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Thomas J. Van Meer handle?
Thomas J. Van Meer focuses on probate, estate planning, employment, tax, health care. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Maine.
How long has Thomas J. Van Meer practiced law?
Thomas J. Van Meer has 57+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1969.
Where did Thomas J. Van Meer go to law school?
Thomas J. Van Meer earned their education at (J.D., 1969); (B.S., 1967).
How can I contact Thomas J. Van Meer for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Thomas J. Van Meer received?
Thomas J. Van Meer's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Wayne State University
- 1969
B.S.
Wayne State University
- 1967

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Michigan
Admitted: 1969
Maine
Admitted: 1972

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