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Van Valer Law Firm, LLP

Updated 2026-08-27 · 5,377 reviewed · 200 listed · Scored from 40 Google reviews · How we rank ›

3.9(40) 71 composite score See reviews on Google ✓ Google-verified
Loan Modification & Loss MitigationReal Estate & Title DisputesLegal ServicesForeclosure Service
Van Valer Law Firm, LLP
Services
Loan Modification & Loss Mitigation, Real Estate & Title Disputes, Legal Services
Reviews
40

What recent reviews say

Van Valer Law Firm delivers estate planning and real estate legal work with clear explanations and genuine care. Tom Vander Luitgaren stands out to long-term clients for transparent counsel that avoids unnecessary services; some reviewers cite compassion lapses and perceived conflicts of interest in joint representations.

Praised for
  • knowledgeable and thorough
  • clear communication and explanation
  • trusted long-term advisor
  • patient and caring approach
  • timely and organized service
Watch-outs
  • lack of compassion in client relations
  • perceived bias toward one spouse in a matter
knowledgeableresponsive-communicationclear-explanationsprofessional-staffhonest-advicepersonalized-attentioncompassionate
Best for: business owners and families seeking long-term estate and real estate counsel
Think twice if: seeking joint representation for spouses; some clients report lack of compassion in conflict situations

Strengths

  • Tom Vander Luitgaren's 20+ year relationships with clients
  • transparent advice without upselling
  • thorough document review and entity formation guidance

Worth knowing

  • Tom Vander Luitgaren named as principal; Jessica mentioned as knowledgeable team member
  • estate planning, trust drafting, quit claim deeds, lease and purchase agreement reviews performed
  • described as handling entity formation, operating agreements, and tax-minimization planning
  • some clients report reasonable costs for complexity level

What reviews say by service

Legal Services
Estate planning, trust drafting, and business entity formation praised for clarity and thorough preparation; one spouse-representation complaint noted.
Real Estate & Title Disputes
Clients value careful lease and purchase agreement review, quit claim deeds, and closing representation; praised as detail-oriented.

How it compares

  • Rated 3.9 against a 4.55 average across the 87 real estate & title disputes businesses listed here.
  • Has more Google reviews than 67% of the businesses in this directory.

How we scored this

Ranking Method
Star rating 43
Review volume 70
Review recency 100
Review sentiment 70
Profile completeness 100
Verification 30

Rating breakdown

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4
1
3
0
2
1
1
10

Common questions

Can Van Valer help with trust and estate planning?
Yes. Multiple reviewers report successful trust and will drafting. The firm is described as knowledgeable in tax-minimization and legacy protection.
Does the firm review lease and purchase agreements?
Yes. Clients mention the firm carefully reviews lease, purchase agreement, and due-diligence documents before closing.
How long has Tom Vander Luitgaren been practicing?
At least 20 years; one long-term client notes working with him for over two decades.

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Last updated 2026-08-27