$ 175-200 per hour
Christopher L. LaPan focuses his practice in family law, domestic relations mediation, civil disputes, and personal injury. He received his Juris Doctorate from Michigan State University in 2009, and is admitted to practice law in the Indiana Supreme Court and the United States District Courts in the Northern and Southern Districts of Indiana. In addition to his undergraduate and law degrees, he also holds a Master's Degree from Purdue University.
Chris is formally trained in collaborative lawyering, and is a member of the Association of Family and Conciliation Courts. His ability to successfully navigate even the most contentious and complicated divorces to creatively advocate for his clients inspires a fluid transition from being together as a married couple to life post-divorce. Chris also regularly represents clients in custody and support matters, paternity actions, actions for contempt, protective orders, and parenting time disputes. Aside from family law and civil litigation, Chris has a significant mediation practice, frequently serves as a Guardian ad Litem in custody and guardianship matters, and serves as an advocate for the injured.
$ 175-200 per hour
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Acquired: 2010
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127 West Berry Street, Suite 900, Fort Wayne, IN, 46802
10 Client Reviews
Showing 1 - 2 of 2 reviews | Divorce & Separation
Posted by John | October 21, 2013 | Divorce & Separation
Good Divorce Lawyer
I hired Chris and it was a very wise choice. Chris will make anyone feel comfortable during a difficult matter such as divorce. He is very thorough and will answer all questions in a timely manner. Anyone who hires Chris for their legal matters will have no regret in their choice. I highly recomme...
Posted by Jackie | August 04, 2012 | Divorce & Separation
Great guy, great attorney.
I hired Chris for my very contentious divorce. It was the best decision I could have made. He's thorough and one of the smartest guys I've ever met. Thanks largely to him, I have full custody of my children, and didn't have to spend a lot to get it. Chris has a way of making people feel comfortable a...
"Chris is an excellent lawyer. Whether working together on opposing sides of litigation or dealing with him as a mediator, he is always professional and competent."
"Chris has mediated several cases for me and has always provided creative and innovative ideas to assist in resolving the issues presented to him. Chris has also served as an adversary to me on many cases and he has maintained an honest and straightforward attitude while still tirelessly advocating for his clients. I strongly recommend Chris as both a mediator and a practitioner!"
"When a person chooses Chris LaPan as his or her lawyer, he or she has retained a multitalented, academically superior, honorable, honest, caring, human being. Chris is transparent, forthright, fair and extremely conscientious. The quality of his character always benefits his clients. Chris possesses the very best attributes of lawyering. He takes the high road with a cooperative approach, always being factually informed and holding sound legal reasoning for any position taken. He seeks a remedy, not a wreck. Unfortunately, the world of divorce can sometimes hold the ugliest of circumstances making litigation necessary. If so, Chris' clients' can rest assured that he will navigate their lives to safe waters while demonstrating decorum, knowledge, and skill in the courtroom. Chris LaPan is an outstanding lawyer; it is a privilege to endorse him."
"Chris is an excellent advocate for his clients who far exceeds what is merely required of him. Chris goes the extra-mile for his clients and develops creative and unique resolutions to tailor-fit those he serves. Chris' intellect oft outweighs his fellow counsel, thus providing his clients with an immediate advantage. With enthusiasm, I highly recommend Chris."
"I endorse this lawyer. Christopher has demonstrated inimitable skills as a Litigator through his extensive trial work. He has a gift for crafting unique legal arguments and he has an exceptional intellect which is rivaled by his distinct ability to resolve perplexing legal issues. He exercises the highest degree of professionalism and an extraordinary standard of ethics. It is my privilege to be his colleague."
"I endorse this lawyer. Mr. LaPan's professionalism, work ethic and focus is outstanding. He is a terrific attorney and family law mediator."
"Chris is a great family law attorney that I endorse. He regularly displays his substantial talent on matters great and small in impressive ways. I highly recommend him."
"It is my pleasure to endorse this colleague for his aptitude, varied contributions to the state and local bar, and collegiality. It should also be noted that Chris has joined the state roll of mediators, where I have no doubt he will use his multi-faceted approach to the practice of law to find creative but effective solutions to domestic relations issues. Any client would be fortunate to have a formidable advocate like Chris on his/her side, and any attorney would benefit from emulating Chris' thoroughness, zeal, dedication, and upstanding character."
"I endorse this lawyer. Chris is an aggressive, competent and very confident family law attorney. I have worked with him in numerous custody cases. He earns my utmost respect and highest endorsement."
"I endorse this lawyer. Chris is a hard working, very intelligent and confident family law attorney. Who earns my highest recommendation and edorsement."
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Client Champion Award, Martindale-Hubbell®
2018 - Present
Partner, Stucky, Lauer & Young, LLP
2010 - 2018
Attorney, Rosswurm Law Office
2017 - Present
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Research Assistant, Legislation
2009
JD - Juris Doctor
2005
MA - Masters
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