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May 22, 2025van der Veen, Hartshorn, Levin & Lindheim Celebrates 2025 Super Lawyers® Honors

May 15, 2025 – Philadelphia, PA Michael T. van der Veen Bruce L. Castor Jr. Nelson Levin Abigail Gustafson Steven Bryso...

Mar 27, 2025Michael T. van der Veen on CNN NewsNight: Analyzing the Legal Elements of the Signal Leaks Controversy

Excerpts from the March 26, 2025 discussion on CNN NewsNight: Host: van der Veen: ************************************ Host: van der Veen: The Espionag...

Mar 10, 2025Attorney David Devine Wins $175,000 Jury Verdict in Philadelphia Car Accident Case

Attorney After testimony from the plaintiff and her daughter, the jury found the defendant fully liable, determining that plaintiff suffere...

Mar 7, 2025Michael T. van der Veen Wins $550,000 Settlement in Case Against Tavern for Injury to Plaintiff

In a The incident occurred in February 2020 while the plaintiff was attending a birthday celebration at the Tavern, wher...

Mar 5, 2025Recent Victory for Victims: $8.5 Million Judgment in Schuylkill County

The law firm of On January 7th, before Judge Goodman, the firm represented the victims and their families in ...

Jan 17, 2025Honoring Fanta Bility: Sharon Hill Playground Renamed as Part of $11 Million Settlement Driving Community Change

The $11 million settlement reached in federal lawsuits over the Michael T. van der Veen “It may be cold i...

Jan 15, 2025Victory in School Expulsion Appeal: Justice Restored for Our Client

We are thrilled to announce a major win b...

Jan 13, 2025Attorney Bruce L. Castor Jr.'s Prosecution to Be Featured on Oxygen Network Series

Murder Case Returns to National Spotlight van der Veen, Hartshorn, Levin and Lindheim attorney The television special examines the investigatio...

Dec 19, 2024Attorneys van der Veen and Adubato Champion Justice in Negligence Lawsuit Against Correctional Facility

Attorneys The case centers around allegations of negligence by the facility, where Sklar was exposed to dangerous living conditions, includin...

Nov 13, 2024van der Veen, Hartshorn, Levin, and Lindheim Honored for Achieving One of 2023’s Top Wrongful Death Settlements

We are honored to announce that van der Veen, Hartshorn, Levin, and Lindheim has been recognized by Attorneys Thi...

Nov 7, 2024Appellate Victory: Client Released After Year-Long Battle Over Defective Search Warrant

Firm members Bruce Castor and Kaitlin McCaffrey Secure Precedent-Setting Win for Client’s Freedom The Appeals Court reversed a suppression rulin...

Nov 4, 2024Firm News: van der Veen, Hartshorn, Levin & Lindheim Recognized by Best Lawyers as Among the Best Law Firms in 2025

We are proud to announce that van der Veen, Hartshorn, Levin & Lindheim has been recognized b...

Oct 31, 2024Criminal Record Avoided with Diversionary Program

When people make mistakes and break the law, a criminal record is not always the best outcome for society. In man...

Oct 28, 2024Empowering Our Community Through Pro Bono Legal Services

At van der Veen, Hartshorn & Levin, our dedication extends beyond advocacy to active service within the Philadelphia community. Through ou...

Oct 24, 2024From Florida Roots to Philadelphia Justice: My Journey as a Criminal Defense Attorney

{Excerpt from an interview with Growing up with two attorneys as parents and being told I was great at arguing...

Oct 17, 2024Eight-Year Sentence Reduced to Non-Custodial Sentence, Allowing Former Law Enforcement Officer to Move on With His Life

We are excited to report that a client of ours who is a former law enforcement officer had his proposed plea-dea...

Oct 14, 2024From Entertainment to Advocacy: Steven Bryson’s Fight for Justice and Representation

{Excerpt from interview with My path to law wasn’t traditional. Before pursuing a legal career, I spent seven years i...

Oct 7, 2024From Intern to Advocate: My Journey from Temple University to the Courtroom

{Excerpt from an interview with Adam Leasure, attorney with van der Veen, Hartshorn, Levin & Lindheim} In the summer of 2018...

Sep 17, 2024Bruce Castor Honored on the Cover of The Executive Lens for "Most Trustworthy Legal Leaders of the Year 2024"

van der Veen, Hartshorn, Levin and Lindheim'...

Sep 2, 2024Labor Day and Safe Working Environments

This Labor Day, it is important to pause and recognize the importance of America’s long history of organizing and advocating fo...

Aug 15, 2024Celebrating Excellence: Attorneys Michael T. van der Veen and Jerry Lindheim Honored in The Best Lawyers in America® List

We are thrilled to announce that two of our attorneys, Michael T. van der Veen: Highlighted in Personal Injury Litigatio...

Aug 12, 2024Steven Bryson Presenting at the International Association of Official Human Rights Agencies 75th Anniversary Conference.

Our very own He will be speaking about the 2024 legal landscape of LGBTQIA rights with an intersectional approach. H...

Jul 2, 2024Richard Coble Secures Reduced Sentence for Client Due to Mitigating Factors

As reported in the At the re-sentencing hearing, Mr. Coble argued that there were mitigating circumstances requiring a reduction o...

Jul 2, 2024The Honorable Bruce L. Castor Jr. Has Been Selected for Inclusion in Marquis Who’s Who

The Honorabl...

May 28, 20242024 Super Lawyers & Rising Stars

Congratulations to the distinguished attorneys of van der Veen, Hartshorn, Levin & Lindheim on being selected for the 2024 Super Lawyer...

Mar 20, 2024A Significant Legal Victory: The Case of Brandon “Bam” Margera

At Background of the Case Margera, known for his exploits on MTV's "Jackass," faced allegations of public intoxication and disorderl...

Feb 27, 2024Navigating the Crossroads of Social Media and Free Speech: Insights from Michael van der Veen

In an age where digital platforms have become central to our communication, the intersection of social media and free speech ha...

Feb 12, 2024Celebrating a New Milestone: Jerry Lindheim Joins the Partnership at van der Veen, Hartshorn, Levin & Lindheim

We are excited to announce a significant milestone in the journey of our firm, van der Veen, Hartshorn, Levin & Lindheim...

Feb 12, 2024Lawsuit Filed Against the Port Authority of New Jersey, Maher Terminals LLC and Jersey Trucking

The team at van der Veen, Hartshorn, Levin & Lindheim is at the forefront of advocating for workplace safety, particularly i...

Nov 21, 2023Historic Victory: van der Veen, Hartshorn, Levin & Lindheim Triumph in High-Profile Felony Assault Case

Philadelphia, November 2023 - In a landmark decision that underscores the importance of due process and the presumption of innocence, ou...

Sep 29, 2023Securing Justice and Accountability: An $11 Million Settlement for Victims of a Tragic Police Shooting

At van der Veen, Hartshorn, Levin & Lindheim, we understand that the lasting impact of tragic events goes far beyond headline...

Aug 18, 2023Michael van der Veen Comments on Solutions for the LSAT Process

It really wasn’t a great weekend for the Law School Admissions Test and the people behind it. Unlike in the olde...

Jul 31, 2023Superior Court Reverses Conviction on Brady Violation

After losing a jury trial in York County, a client came looking for help at van der Veen, Hartshorn, Levin ...

Jul 21, 2023van der Veen, Hartshorn, Levin & Lindheim: Recognized Among The Legal Intelligencer's 2023 Watch List

It is with immense pride and honor that we announce van der Veen, Hartshorn, Levin & Lindheim has been named t...

Jun 29, 2023Michael T. van der Veen Selected to the 2023 Nation’s Top One Percent list by the National Association of Distinguished Counsel

Michael T. van der Veen, of van der Veen, Hartshorn, Levin & Lindheim, has been selected to the 2023 list a...

Jun 28, 2023van der Veen, Hartshorn, Levin & Lindheim Representing Former Wife Of Warren “Pete” Musser, Late Millionaire Investor

van der Veen, Hartshorn, Levin & Lindheim has filed suit on behalf of Hilary Musser, former wife of the late Warre...

May 26, 2023Partner Michael van der Veen is Representing Joe Cole Barleta

Michael van der Veen “I have been retained by Mr. Barleta to defend against this indictment,” says Mr. van der Veen...

May 5, 2023Partner Michael van der Veen is Representing Family of Deceased Curtis Smith

Michael van der Veen Any questions should be directed to Mr. van der Veen at his office phone at (215) 546-1000...

Apr 27, 2023Michael van der Veen has been hired by Brandon “Bam” Margera to represent him in his criminal charges

Michael van der Veen “He surrendered himself to Pennsylvania State Troopers this morning,” said Mr. van der Veen. “He was arraigne...

Sep 23, 2022Trump Impeachment Lawyer Michael T. van der Veen joins the Trump Organization’s trial team in Manhattan D.A. Case

Philadelphia (Sept. 23, 2022) – Trump Payroll Corp d/b/a The Trump Organization has filed a motion to allow the entry o...

Jul 21, 2022The Dangers of Lying on Dating Sites

In this age of “swiping” left or right, technology has done much to simplify the “dating scene.” Websites designed to brin...

May 5, 2022Michael T. van der Veen 2022 Finalist for Attorney of the Year

The Legal Intelligencer announced their Michael T. van der Veen, van der Veen, Hartshorn, Levin & Lindheim...

Apr 7, 2022Melvin Prince Johnakin Suit Supports Candidate Rights

van der Veen, Hartshorn, Levin & Lindheim has filed a suit against the state of Pennsylvania on behalf of Melvin Princ...

Apr 7, 2022Michael van der Veen provides legal commentary for KYW 1060 AM Philadelphia News Radio

The two women whose lawsuit has resulted in the resignation of Philadelphia’s police commissioner have reached an agreement on one aspec...

Apr 7, 2022Law Day 2021

Our attorneys, our paralegals, and our entire staff conducted a free legal clinic in the Olney section of North Philadelphia a...

Jan 25, 2022Case 2:21-cv-05172-HB AMERICAN FEDERATION OF GOVERNMENT EMPLOYEES COUNCIL OF PRISON LOCALS 33 et al v. AHUJA et al Motion for Preliminary Injunction

MOTION FOR PRELIMINARY INJUNCTION Plaintiffs respectfully move this Court for an order under Rule 65 of the Federal Rules of Civi...

Jan 25, 2022Case 2:21-cv-05172-HB AMERICAN FEDERATION OF GOVERNMENT EMPLOYEES COUNCIL OF PRISON LOCALS 33 et al v. AHUJA et al Memorandum in Support of Motion for Preliminary Injunction

MEMORANDUM IN SUPPORT OF MOTION FOR PRELIMINARY INJUNCTION The Plaintiffs, by their counsel van der Veen, Hartshorn, Levin & Lindheim, throug...

Jan 25, 2022Case 2:21-cv-05172-HB AMERICAN FEDERATION OF GOVERNMENT EMPLOYEES COUNCIL OF PRISON LOCALS 33 et al v. AHUJA et al Complaint

COMPLAINT The Plaintiffs, by their counsel van der Veen, Hartshorn, Levin & Lindheim, through Bruce L. Castor, Jr. are seeking damage...

Apr 5, 2021COVID-19 Message

CORONAVIRUS A Message to Our Clients and Friends The partners at van der Veen, Hartshorn, Levin & Lindheim place the health...

Mar 21, 2021In My Own Defense: Michael van der Veen Responds to Ted Schwartz Article

“I do solemnly swear (or arm) that I will support, obey and defend the Constitution of the United States and the Constitutio...

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