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Trial Lawyers Excelling in the Areas of Law Most Critical to You and Your Family Safe and Protected with Powerful Representation
  • $1.35 Million Drunk Driving Accident
  • Not Guilty Murder Case
  • Not Guilty Drug Trafficking
  • $10 Million Tractor-Trailer Accident
  • $1 Million Assault Injury
  • Maximum Compensation Bus Accident
  • Complaint Dismissed Commercial Litigation
  • $31.5 Million Motorcycle Accident
  • $625K Premises Liability
  • Acquittal Impeachment Trial
  • $1.65 Million Car Accident
  • $31.5 Million Motorcycle Accident
  • Charges Dropped Embezzlement
  • Charges Dropped Arson
  • $4.8 Million Bicycle Accident
  • Not Guilty Drug Trafficking
  • Not Guilty Aggravated Assault
  • Not Guilty Child Pornography
  • Not Guilty Aggravated Assault
  • $3.25 Million Cement Truck Accident
  • $1 Million Falling Object Injury
  • Not Guilty College student rape case
  • Not Guilty Double Homicide
  • $1.25 Million Premises Liability
  • Charges Dropped Embezzlement
  • Not Guilty Rape case
  • $11 Million Police Shooting Victims
  • Not Guilty DUI
  • Pardon Granted Governor’s Pardon for Assault
  • $1 Million Truck Accident
  • $4.25 Million Tractor-Trailer Collision
  • $11 Million Police Shooting Victims
  • Pardon Granted Governor’s Pardon for Theft
  • $1.5 Million Commercial Vehicle Accident
  • $2.4 Million Pedestrian Accident

Why Choose Us

At van der Veen, Hartshorn & Levin, we treat our clients as whole people — not just legal matters. We combine high-caliber legal skill with genuine care, offering 360-degree support that protects our clients, their families, and their futures — in and out of the courtroom.

We know that when you come to us, you are often facing some of the most stressful moments of your life. Our role is to shoulder that burden with you and provide clear, coordinated guidance from day one through resolution, always keeping your long-term future in view.

One Firm, Total Coverage

We are one of the only firms that can help no matter what type of case you are facing. Instead of sending you to multiple different offices, we provide one team with the depth, resources, and structure to handle a wide range of legal issues under one roof.

This “One Firm, Total Coverage” model means your legal strategy stays consistent, your story does not have to be retold over and over, and your family has a single trusted point of contact for the legal challenges that arise over time.

Resources Devoted to Your Type of Case

Within our firm, we have resources that are devoted solely to specific types of law and cases. When you work with us, you work with a team that knows the legal terrain for your kind of matter and is set up to handle the details, timelines, and procedures that come with it.

By combining this focused case work with firm-wide collaboration, we are able to protect you on all fronts — whether your situation touches your family, your finances, your business, or your future opportunities.

High-Caliber Results for Real People

We are known for winning huge cases for normal people. Our clients are everyday individuals and families who need serious legal firepower and a team that will stand with them throughout the process.

When we say “high-caliber results,” we mean careful preparation, strategic advocacy, and the kind of thorough case work that gives you a fair opportunity to be heard and protected under the law.

Human-Centered Advocacy

Human-centered advocacy is at the core of everything we do. We listen before we act, we explain your options in clear language, and we stay responsive so you always know where your case stands.

Our 360-degree support is designed to account for how a legal issue affects your daily life, your relationships, and your plans for the future. We focus on practical solutions in and out of the courtroom, so you can move forward with as much stability as possible.

Values-Driven Practice

We operate as a values-driven practice. That means we measure our success not just by case outcomes, but by how we treat our clients, our team, and the communities we serve.

When you work with van der Veen, Hartshorn & Levin, you get a firm that is committed to doing things the right way, communicating honestly with you, and working to protect what matters most to you at every stage of your case.

If you are facing a legal issue and want a team that combines broad coverage, focused resources, and human-centered advocacy, contact van der Veen, Hartshorn & Levin at (215) 610-3440.

  • $31.5 Million Motorcycle Accident
  • Charges Dropped Embezzlement
  • Not Guilty Aggravated Assault
  • $11 Million Police Shooting Victims
The Person Who Sees The Whole Picture Meet Michael T. van der Veen
From local business owners, to the President of the United States, we fight for everyone's best interest. As founder of the firm, Michael T. van der Veen effortlessly combines accessibility, experience, negotiation, collaboration, and compassion to achieve results. He is the rare trial attorney who excels in both civil litigation and criminal defense. Known for his unwavering commitment to serving as the voice of the victim and advocate for the accused, he has established his reputation by winning multimillion-dollar jury verdicts in State and Federal Courts, as well as winning major criminal trials across the country.
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  • CBS
  • NYT
  • Philadelphia Inquirer
  • TMZ
  • Yahoo! News

Frequently Asked Questions

Have questions? We are here to help. Still have questions or can't find the answer you need? Give us a call at 215-610-3440 today!

  • Family law covers a wide range of legal matters affecting spouses, parents, children, and other family members. Our firm handles cases involving divorce, child custody, child support, domestic violence, adoption (including LGBTQ adoption), prenuptial agreements, parentage/paternity, and modifications of existing court orders. If your concern involves the family, a family law attorney can guide you through the legal process with clarity and compassion.
  • Pennsylvania allows both no-fault and fault-based divorce. Most couples pursue no-fault divorce under “mutual consent” or “irretrievable breakdown,” which requires a 90-day waiting period or one year of living separately. Fault-based divorce, while less common, may be filed on grounds such as adultery, cruel treatment, desertion, or a spouse’s imprisonment. Your choice may affect property division, alimony, and litigation strategy, so legal guidance is essential.
  • Child custody decisions in Pennsylvania are based on the best interests of the child. Courts evaluate factors such as parental involvement, stability, safety, each parent’s ability to care for the child, and the child’s needs. Custody can include both legal custody (decision-making) and physical custody (where the child lives). A family lawyer can help you pursue an arrangement that protects your rights and supports your child’s well-being.

  • Pennsylvania uses equitable distribution, meaning marital property is divided fairly—but not necessarily equally. Courts consider each spouse’s financial situation, contributions to the marriage, earning capacity, and the value and nature of the assets involved. Complex assets like businesses, investments, and commingled property can make the process more difficult. An experienced family lawyer can help ensure your assets are properly classified, valued, and divided.

in their own words

Clients share their experiences and results firsthand
    "I love that I have Mike on my side, whenever I question what am I supposed to do? I used to call my dad and after my dad passed, even for things that aren’t always law related, I know I could still call Mike, and I love that about him. He’s just amazing, and I know that if I send somebody here that they’re going to be represented a hundred percent." -Jamie
    "He represented me in multiple criminal cases, and I had a lengthy criminal record. He never judged me, and treated me like anybody else, he never looked at me different. He's a real good guy, professional, very honest. When I say I never went to another attorney...he's the best." -Tiffany
    "He gives you the impression there’s a person you can count on, a person that you can rely on in terms of having some representation. He kept me informed, he kept me up to date with everything that was going on throughout the process. What doctor, what appointments, who I have to see…I was always very well informed." -Sam
    "this law firm has afforded low income people of Philadelphia a relationship with an attorney that they can come and meet. To have a the intuition to give a damn about the little people, and then give them that same kind of respect and consideration is unmatched." -Melvin

the complete coverage advantage

  • Full-Spectrum
    Law

    From criminal defense to personal injury and beyond, clients gain seamless, strategic support from a full-service law firm built to handle every legal challenge under one roof.

  • Values-Driven
    Practice

    From pro bono advocacy to charitable and community involvement, our attorneys are deeply invested in the people and causes they serve, because real justice includes giving back.

  • Human-Centered
    Advocacy

    We stand as the voice of the injured and a strong advocate for the accused. We don’t just see a case, we see the people and futures at stake, and we fight accordingly.

  • High-Caliber
    Results

    Our attorneys are nationally recognized, featured in major media, and trusted with the complex, high-stakes cases, because when the outcome matters most, experience matters more.

Safe and Protected with Powerful Representation

Trial Lawyers Excelling in the Areas of Law Most Critical to You and Your Family
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