Allan van Gestel, General Attorney in Boston, Massachusetts
Over 65 years of legal practice · focused on General and Litigation
Assoc. Trial Jus.
Boston, MA
Practicing general in Boston since 1961.
- 65+
- Years practicing
- 9
- Bar admissions
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Allan van Gestel is an assoc. trial jus. based in Boston, MA. The practice focuses on General and Litigation. Allan has over 65 years of legal experience.
- Based in
- Boston, MA
- Experience
- over 65 years
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- General · Litigation
- Handles General and Litigation matters from Boston, MA.
- Over 65 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
About Allan van Gestel: Allan van Gestel is an assoc. trial jus. based in Boston, MA. The practice focuses on General and Litigation. Allan has over 65 years of legal experience.
Areas of practice
Legal matters Allan takes on
Allan concentrates on general and litigation. Each area below outlines the kind of case Allan handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
General cases in Boston, Massachusetts
Allan takes general matters in Boston, Massachusetts. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Allan agrees to represent you.
Litigation cases in Boston, Massachusetts
Allan takes litigation matters in Boston, Massachusetts. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Allan agrees to represent you.
Biography
Meet Allan van Gestel — general lawyer in Boston
Allan van Gestel is an assoc. trial jus. based in Boston, MA. The practice focuses on General and Litigation. Allan has over 65 years of legal experience.
Allan van Gestel is a lawyer practicing general civil litigation, environmental litigation, indian affairs. Allan received a B.A. degree from Colby College in 1957, and has been licensed for 65 years. Allan practices in Boston, MA.
Working with Allan on a general matter
Allan van Gestel is a lawyer practicing general civil litigation, environmental litigation, indian affairs. Allan received a B.A. degree from Colby College in 1957, and has been licensed for 65 years. Allan practices in Boston, MA.
Clients Allan works with
Allan reviews new inquiries case-by-case for general and litigation matters in Boston and the surrounding Massachusetts area.
Credentials
Education, bar admissions, and languages
Boston University
LL.B. · 1961
Colby College
B.A. · 1957
Jurisdictions
Allan's state bar admissions
U.S. Court of Appeal
1995 · ACTIVE
U.S. Court of Appeal
1994 · ACTIVE
U.S. District Court,
1993 · ACTIVE
U.S. District Court,
1980 · ACTIVE
U.S. Claims Court
1979 · ACTIVE
U.S. Supreme Court
1972 · ACTIVE
U.S. Court of Appeal
1969 · ACTIVE
U.S. District Court,
1962 · ACTIVE
Massachusetts
1961 · ACTIVE
Allan studied at LL.B. in Boston University and B.A. in Colby College.
Law school and academic background
Allan completed LL.B. in Boston University and B.A. in Colby College. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Allan runs in Massachusetts is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Locations
Allan van Gestel's office in Boston
Allan's primary office is at Suffolk Co. Courthouse, 13th Fl., 3 Pemberton Sq., Boston, MA, 02108. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
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How to hire Allan van Gestel — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new general attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Allan usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Allan charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Allan's office.
What to bring to your first meeting
Bring any documents you already have — police reports, medical records, filed pleadings, correspondence from an insurer, a copy of the contract at issue. If you're not sure, err on the side of bringing everything; Allan will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a general attorney in Boston, Massachusetts
A short list to run through before you commit: How many general matters have you handled in the last year? What's your fee structure? Who else in the office will work on this? What's your realistic estimate of timeline and range of outcomes? How do I reach you between meetings?
Fees & payment
Fees, payment methods, and consultation options for Allan
Allan discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in general practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every general matter is priced differently. Simple document review might be a flat fee. Injury litigation is often contingency. Complex commercial disputes usually run hourly with a retainer. Allan confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Allan's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many general practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Allan van Gestel
How much does it cost to hire Allan for a general case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Allan walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Allan offer a free consultation?
Allan charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Allan's office. Some general attorneys offer free consults — check Allan's current terms during booking.
How long do general cases in Massachusetts typically take?
Simple general matters can wrap in a few weeks; disputed cases can run 6–18 months from intake to resolution, longer if the matter goes to trial. Allan gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Allan take my case if I'm outside Boston?
Allan is licensed in Massachusetts. Matters governed by Massachusetts law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Allan will tell you if the case is a fit or refer you to someone closer to your court.
What should I bring to my first meeting with Allan?
Bring every document that touches the dispute: contracts, correspondence, police or medical reports, filed pleadings, invoices, photographs, insurance letters. Also bring a written timeline of what happened, in your own words. Allan will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Allan accepting new general clients right now?
Allan's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
General attorneys serving Boston, Cambridge and Worcester in Massachusetts
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