Christopher Lee LaPan

Christopher Lee LaPan

4.2
Rating: 8.2

Licensed for 15 years

Mediation Lawyer at Fort Wayne, IN
Practice Areas: Mediation, Litigation, Divorce & Separation, Family

127 West Berry Street, Suite 900, Fort Wayne, IN

About Christopher

Biography

Fees and Rates

Cost

Hourly Rates

$ 175-200 per hour


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Indiana for 15 years

State: Indiana

Acquired: 2010

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Location

Stucky, Lauer & Young, LLP

127 West Berry Street, Suite 900, Fort Wayne, IN, 46802

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Christopher Lee LaPan's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.2 /5.0

10 Client Reviews

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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...nd him.

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...nd let me know it was okay to get divorced. I don't know how I could have gotten through it without him.

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Christopher Lee LaPan's Lawyer Endorsements

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David Crell

Divorce and separation lawyer | Nov 02

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"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."

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Katherine Ridenour

Mediation lawyer | Feb 16

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"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!"

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Cornelius Hayes

Divorce and separation lawyer | Aug 15

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"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."

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Jared Baker

Divorce and separation lawyer | Feb 18

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"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."

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Tracey Rosswurm

Divorce and separation lawyer | Oct 22

Relationship: Co-worker

"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."

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Robert Bellinger

Divorce and separation lawyer | Jul 23

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Mr. LaPan's professionalism, work ethic and focus is outstanding. He is a terrific attorney and family law mediator."

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Colin Andrews

Family lawyer | Oct 19

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"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."

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Stacy Hoehle

Family lawyer | Oct 08

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"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."

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Lindsay Franklin

Child custody lawyer | Oct 07

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"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."

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Bradley Thomas

Family lawyer | Sep 13

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"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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David Crell

Family lawyer

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Lierin Rossman

Family lawyer

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Jared Baker

General practice lawyer

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Cornelius Hayes

Divorce and separation lawyer

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Tracey Rosswurm

Divorce and separation lawyer

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Bill Eberhard

Mediation lawyer

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Robert Bellinger

Child custody lawyer

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Colin Andrews

Criminal defense lawyer

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Stacy Hoehle

Family lawyer

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Bradley Thomas

Criminal defense lawyer

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Lindsay Franklin

Family lawyer

Experience

Rating:  8.2 (Excellent)

Honors

2019

Client Champion Award, Martindale-Hubbell®

Work Experience

2018 - Present

Partner, Stucky, Lauer & Young, LLP

2010 - 2018

Attorney, Rosswurm Law Office

Associations

2017 - Present

National Business Institute - Continuing Legal Education

Speaker

American Bar Association

Member

Indiana State Bar Association

Member

Allen County Bar Association

Member

International Academy of Collaborative Professionals

Member

Collaborative Family Law Solutions

Member

Association of Family and Conciliation Courts

Member

Indiana Trial Lawyers Association

Member

Animal Legal Defense Fund

Research Assistant, Legislation

Sample of Legal Cases

Hall v. Hall, 968 N.E.2d 343 (Ind. Ct. App. 2012)

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Education

2009

Michigan State University

JD - Juris Doctor

2005

Purdue University

MA - Masters

Languages

English

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