James Allen Hanson

James Allen Hanson

5.0
Rating: 2.3

Licensed for 21 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at Fort Wayne, IN
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Litigation, Family

110 West Berry Street, Suite 1907, Fort Wayne, IN

This lawyer was disciplined by a state licensing authority in 2016
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About James

Biography

Practice Areas

3

Practice Areas

Criminal Defense 50%

State felony, misdemeanor and infractions (Indiana)

50%
Family 25%

Child Custody, Child Support, Divorce, Paternity

25%
Litigation 25%

Business Litigation and Consulting

25%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 30 minutes

Hourly Rates

$ 250-250 per hour


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Indiana for 13 years

State: Indiana

Acquired: 2012

Active in Good Standing

Lawyer disciplined by state licensing authority in 2016

Licensed in Missouri for 21 years

State: Missouri

Acquired: 2005

Inactive

Lawyer disciplined by state licensing authority in 2016

Location

Hanson Legal Solutions

110 West Berry Street, Suite 1907, Fort Wayne, IN, 46802

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James Allen Hanson's Reviews

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Posted by Jason Bryce | July 13, 2013 | Child Custody

He cares

After spending six years being pushed around and intimidated by the mother of my daughter and the local court system, I turned to Jim Hanson. In short order he became a friend, a voice of reason and a relentless counselor. One could say my past legal issues were "Colorful". Jim never once made me... feel as if I should be ashamed or gave me that annoying belittled feeling that many attorney types do. If you are in need of representation, If you want somebody that will listen to your side of the story and fight for not only what you deserve but what is right Jim is the man for the job. By the way, to this point we've had three court cases. Three victories. Two more to go. I don't have a single worry as to what the outcome will be.

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Jennifer Hitchcock

Criminal defense lawyer | Dec 04

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Mr. Hanson is compassionate, knowledgeable, and works hard to protect his client's rights. I endorse this lawyer!"

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Michael Waddington

Family lawyer | Jun 01

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse James. He is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community."

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James Frederick

Estate planning lawyer | Mar 08

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Hanson is an active participant in the Avvo community and I have come across a great number of his answers, being that we both handle estate planning matters. I find his answers to be informative, practical and kind-spirited. They reflect a thorough understanding of the law, as well. I am happy to endorse Mr. Hanson and his services. James Frederick"

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Michael Doland

Business lawyer | Jan 08

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I just reviewed a very fine answer of Mr. Hanson which set forth the accurate answer, gave good analysis, and then customized to the specific needs of the Avvo asker. These are exactly the qualities that every client would be looking for when hiring an attorney."

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Experience

Rating:  2.3 (Strong Caution)

Professional misconduct

This lawyer was disciplined by a state licensing authority in 2016.

Reciprocal - Reprimand issued in MO, 2016

updated on 11/11/2017

This means that the attorney's misconduct in another state, or jurisdiction, also violated the rules for practicing law in Missouri.

James’s comment:

“The reciprocal reprimand was for the same events as the Indiana discipline.”

Suspension issued in IN, 2016

updated on 11/11/2017

This means the attorney lost his or her license to practice law for a period of time. The attorney typically returns to practicing law when the suspension expires.

James’s comment:

“This discipline involved an electronic message sent to an unrepresented husband in a divorce involving domestic violence. I am willing to answer any questions I am ethically allowed to answer during the initial consult if you feel you need to know more.”

Suspension issued in IN, 2016

updated on 03/19/2021

This means the attorney lost his or her license to practice law for a period of time. The attorney typically returns to practicing law when the suspension expires.

Honors

2010

Associate in Risk Management (ARM), Insurance Institutes of America

2010

Chartered Property & Casualty Underwriter (CPCU), Insurance Institutes of America

Work Experience

2013 - Present

Attorney, James A. Hanson, Attorney at Law

2021 - 2022

General Counsel, All Green Corporation

2013 - 2018

Business Intermediary, Acuity Mergers + Acquisitions

2008 - 2011

Corporate Attorney, Brotherhood Mutual Insurance Company

2006 - 2008

Associate Attorney, Law Office of Cox & Associates

Associations

2016 - Present

Federal Court - Northern Indiana

Admitted to Practice

Sample of Legal Cases

Excel Bank v Nat. Bank of KC, 290 SW3d 801 (Mo. W.D. 2009)

My client's position was not accepted by the court.

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Education

2011

Taylor University

MBA

2004

University of Missouri - Columbia School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

2001

Ozark Christian College

Bachelor of Theology

Publications

2004

Missouri Law Review Missouri's Religious Freedom Restoration Act: A New Approach to the Cuase of Conscience

Languages

English

Activity

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