About Matthew Van
Matthew Van Heuvelen earned his law degree from the University of Iowa College of Law in 2010 after completing undergraduate studies at Northwestern College of Iowa in 2007. He moved from a liberal arts background into legal training at a public law school known for its practical curriculum. The sequence of degrees set a clear regional path: Midwestern roots followed by legal work across state lines.
He is admitted to practice in both Iowa and South Dakota. Those admissions shape the geography of his work and the kinds of matters he handles. He is active in professional circles and holds memberships in the American Bar Association, the Iowa State Bar Association and the Sioux Falls Estate Planning Council. Those connections keep him engaged with colleagues and current developments in estate-related practice.
Early in his career he built experience that bridged transactional and administrative aspects of client affairs. He spent time drafting estate planning documents and assisting families during administration matters. He also handled issues that commonly arise at the intersection of personal planning and business succession. His work has required clear explanation of complex rules to clients who are often dealing with sensitive decisions.
Colleagues describe him as methodical in his approach. He favors clarity in documents and careful planning to reduce future points of contention. That approach is reflected in the practical materials he prepares: wills, trusts, powers of attorney and related instruments intended to address family needs and asset transitions. He also advises executors and trustees during the administration process, helping translate statutory obligations into manageable tasks for clients.
He balances courtroom readiness with an emphasis on out-of-court solutions where appropriate. When disputes arise, he assesses options and seeks efficient paths to resolution. He also participates in continuing education and local professional meetings, including programs hosted by the Sioux Falls Estate Planning Council, to stay current on changes affecting estate and probate practice.
He lives and works in the upper Midwest and serves clients in both Iowa and South Dakota. His practice combines planning, document drafting and estate administration. He currently focuses his practice on estate planning, probate and related matters for individuals and families in Iowa and South Dakota.
