An experienced and effective family law attorney fighting relentlessly for each client.
Jim brings nearly 20 years of experience to his work in domestic relations and family law, serving hundreds of families on matters such as divorce, child custody, dissolution, alimony and child support issues, juvenile court proceedings for unwed parents, prenuptial agreements and adoptions.
Jim’s work often involves complex cases marked by high conflict and emotion, so he is valued by his clients for his empathy, listening skills and his ability to help them clearly understand the process. Whenever possible, he pursues amicable resolution out of court, but Jim also is known as a fierce and dogged advocate for his clients when litigation is necessary to protect their parental and property rights.
Jim is one of only a few attorneys in Ohio to receive the designation of Certified Family Relations Law Specialist by the Ohio State Bar Association. He is married with two young boys, and his own experience with fatherhood has further enhanced his understanding of the struggles his clients face, especially in cases involving child custody.
“I have been drawn to family law because of how personal the issues are. I know that the issues involved will have a profound effect on a family’s day-to-day life. This knowledge motivates me to fight relentlessly for each client and the positive outcome they’re seeking.” – James L. Lane
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Rosenthal Thurman Lane, LLP
1001 Lakeside Avenue
Suite 1720
Cleveland, OH, 44114
State | Status | Acquired | Updated |
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OH | Active | 1999 | 10/19/2020 |
Legal answers | 16 |
Legal guides | 0 |
Award name | Grantor | Date granted |
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Best Lawyer | Best Lawyers in America | 2019 |
Best Lawyer | Best Lawyers in America | 2018 |
Rising Star | Ohio Super Lawyers | 2013 |
Rising Star | Ohio Super Lawyers | 2012 |
Rising Star | Ohio Super Lawyers | 2011 |
Rising Star | Ohio Super Lawyers | 2010 |
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Certified Specialist - Family Relations Law | Ohio State Bar Association | 2009 |
Title | Company name | Duration |
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Attorney/Partner | Kohrman, Jackson & Krantz LLP | 2015 - Present |
Attorney/Partner | Hermann Cahn & Schneider, LLP | 2001 - 2015 |
Attorney | Gerald D. Piszczek Co., LPA | 2000 - 2001 |
Attorney | Semple & Eicher Co., LPA | 1999 - 2000 |
Association name | Position name | Duration |
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Association of Family and Conciliation Courts | Member | 2015 - Present |
Medina County Bar Association | Member | 2014 - Present |
American Bar Association | Member | 2001 - Present |
Cleveland Metropolitan Bar Association | Member | 2001 - Present |
Ohio State Bar Association | N/A | 1999 - Present |
Cuyahoga County Bar Association | Chairman | 2008 - 2009 |
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Publication name | Title | Date |
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Cleveland Bar Journal | Hague Convention Considerations When Drafting Parenting Plans | 2006 |
Cleveland Bar Journal | Post Decree Relocation Cases in Ohio | 2004 |
School name | Degree | Graduated |
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University of Akron School of Law | JD - Juris Doctor | 1998 |
Ohio University | BBA - Bachelor of Business Administration | 1995 |
Conference name | Title | Date |
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Divorce Law Bootcamp | Discovery Procedure and Finding Hidden Assets | 2017 |
Advanced Family Law | Family Law From Start to Finish | 2017 |
Advanced Family Law | Advanced Custody and Support Issues | 2017 |
Advanced Family Law | Advanced Child and Spousal Support Issues | 2016 |
Advanced Family Law | Navigating Complex Asset Cases | 2016 |
Family Law: Relocation, Social Media Evidence.... | Relocation/ Children of Unmarried Couples | 2015 |
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Family Law From A to Z | Child Custody; Finance 101 for Family Law Attorneys | 2015 |
Dividing Debts and Assets During Divorce | Debt Discovery in Divorce | 2012 |
Handling Divorce Cases From Start to Finish | Getting the Divorce Case Off On the Right Foot | 2010 |
Legal Issues For Artists | Property Rights of Artists When Divorce Happens | 2009 |
Family Law Update | Property Division in Non-Marital Households | 2006 |
Advanced Family Law | Division of Martial and Separate Property in Divorce | 2005 |
Advanced Topics in Family Law | Ohio Domestic Relations Case Law Review | 2004 |
Case name | Outcome |
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Signer V. Signer | Divorce-sole custody award |
Tanner v. Szymzcak | Divorce-sole custody award |
Shannon v. Shannon | Divorce-modified shared parenting |
Stuckey V. Ellision | Sole Custody of a child |
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Mr. Lane is a talented and hard working attorney who is committed to helping his clients.