Peter J. Pete Van Hemel
Real Estate Law
Real Estate Law
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To say Pete is persistent is an understatement: He focuses all day, every day on bringing his real estate clients great results. And the greater the challenge and more complex the matter, the better. Case in point: After more than four years of intense, complicated work, involving multiple moving parts and players, Pete was able to help a client bring two large-scale renewable energy projects online in Maine.Pete thrives on solving the seemingly unsolvable, and brings confidence, honesty, and incredible attention to detail to his practice. Whether you’re looking for help with commercial lease negotiations, wind energy and telecommunications development projects, transactional work, boundary disputes, or easement negotiations, Pete’s your man.Pete is also very experienced in:Development, financing, and compliance of gaming facilitiesAdvising clients on a wide variety of conservation transactions To say Pete is persistent is an understatement: He focuses all day, every day on bringing his real estate clients great results. And the greater the challenge and more complex the matter, the better. Case in point: After more than four years of intense, complicated work, involving multiple moving parts and players, Pete was able to help a client bring two large-scale renewable energy projects online in Maine.Pete thrives on solving the seemingly unsolvable, and brings confidence, honesty, and incredible attention to detail to his practice. Pete thrives on solving the seemingly unsolvable, and brings confidence, honesty, and incredible attention to detail to his practice. Whether you’re looking for help with commercial lease negotiations, wind energy and telecommunications development projects, transactional work, boundary disputes, or easement negotiations, Pete’s your man.
Recognized in Best Lawyers since 2013
Jennifer Thompson
After a particularly fraught commercial property purchase in Portland fell apart due to title and zoning complications that other attorneys deemed too messy, we were referred to Pete Van Hemel at Bernstein Shur. From our first meeting, his deep focus and methodical approach were evident. Pete didn't just review our case; he immersed himself in the decades of property history and local ordinances, demonstrating exactly why he's recognized in real estate law. His 24 years of experience, particularly his knack for untangling complex matters, became our greatest asset. What truly sets Pete apart is his persistence. He navigated negotiations with a stubborn seller and multiple municipal departments with a calm, unwavering determination that never felt like posturing. He secured a resolution that not only salvaged the deal but also included crucial protections we hadn't even considered. Working with a professional of his caliber—a Boston University Law graduate who clearly thrives on challenge—transformed a potential disaster into a solid investment. For anyone in Maine facing a difficult real estate transaction, Pete is the clear choice.