Emma VanDerHeyden

Emma represents clients in court and at the negotiating table. She has argued on behalf of parents and children, sat down with clients to gather the facts and talk through what they are facing, and kept in steady contact with clients and the providers working alongside them as a case moves.

Emma chose family law because it is the work where she can make the most direct difference for a client. The court system is hard to get through alone.

Emma reads a file closely, catches what the other side has overlooked, and builds her case around her client’s strengths.

Why Emma is the Family Lawyer for You

Emma is comfortable counseling clients when the stakes at home are high. She explains the law in plain terms, so no one is left guessing about what is happening in their own case.

Emma is big on communication. She keeps clients posted as a case moves and stays available by phone or email to talk through any question or worry that comes up.

Emma is exacting about detail. She works a file thoroughly, which is how she catches the mistakes on the other side.

Beyond Being a Lawyer

Emma is an animal lover with a dog and a cat of her own, and she fosters puppies and kittens with her family in her spare time. She believes the right pet is waiting at a shelter for anyone willing to look.

Emma loves music and goes to concerts with family and friends. She watches television and movies, and she does not consider reality television a guilty pleasure. She could always go for a sweet treat and seeks out the newest spots for a scoop of ice cream. She enjoys traveling, whether to Italy or the Italy pavilion at Epcot, and she loves shopping of all kinds, whether for antiques, clothing, or groceries. She has been with her fiance since high school, and she is afraid of the ocean, which she admits is strange for someone who taught swimming lessons and worked as a lifeguard for several years.