February 8th, 2012 | Posted by Leah | Posted in Custody, Family Law, General Law
This week, we learned of a tragic story out of Utah. Josh Powell, the husband of a missing Utah woman, killed his two sons and himself in an intentional house fire. This horrific act brings up questions about what could have been done to protect these children and the countless others who are caught in a child custody battle.
Powell, who was a suspect in the disappearance of his wife, had lost custody of his sons, yet they were still at his home when he took their lives. Custody in Powell’s case was handled much like many cases — the goal was to remedy the situation that caused the loss of custody while maintaining the relationship of the father and sons. Powell lost custody after his father, Steven Powell, who they were living with, was arrested on child pornography charges in September, police said. Powell had been granted visits with his sons twice per week in his home.
Attorney, Lanae Harden, who chairs the Family Law Practice Group at HARDEN JACKSON, LLC, and has over 15 years experience with Child Custody cases commented that while this situation is very tragic, it is unlikely that a court could have ever predicted something like this. “Unless the child appears in immediate danger and/or the parent has a history of violence, it is very unlikely that a court would not allow the children to have visitation with the parent in their home.” Harden goes on to say “Child custody laws are designed for ‘the best interest of the child’, and typically this means that children should spend time with their parents.”
Read the complete article at: http://www.usatoday.com/news/parenting-family/story/2012-02-07/Powell-tragedy-sparks-questions-about-child-custody/53003130/1
Tags: custody, Lanae Harden, visitation
February 17th, 2010 | Posted by Leah | Posted in Adoption, Family Law
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:
Press Contact:
Amber Burton Small
JOCHAM HARDEN DIMICK JACKSON, PC
11450 N. Meridian
Carmel, IN 46032
Phone: 317.569.0770
Email Address: .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address)
Web site address: http://www.jhdj-law.com
CARMEL, IN – February 17, 2010 –Three attorneys from Jocham Harden Dimick Jackson, PC (JHDJ Law) have been recognized by Super Lawyers for 2010. Attorney Lanae Harden, who chairs the firm’s Family Law Practice Group has been named a “Super Lawyer.” In addition, family law attorney and mediator Elisabeth Edwards and adoption attorney Michele Jackson, have been named “Rising Stars.”
The selection process for Super Lawyers, employs a rigorous, multiphase process. Peer nominations and evaluations are combined with third party research. Each candidate is evaluated on 12 indicators of peer recognition and professional achievement. Selections are made on an annual, state-by-state basis. As stated under the Selection Process on the Super Lawyers website, “[The Super Lawyers selection process] is a comprehensive, good-faith and detailed attempt to produce a list of lawyers that have attained high peer recognition, meet ethical standards, and have demonstrated some degree of achievement in their field.”
Super Lawyer Lanae Harden is a founding member of JOCHAM HARDEN DIMICK JACKSON, PC where she practices divorce and family law litigation with more than 15 years of experience. She chairs the firm’s Family Law Practice Group and frequently handles complex custody and parenting time litigation cases. Rising Star Elisabeth Edwards is a family law attorney who is also a registered domestic mediator and specially-trained collaborative law attorney. Elisabeth has previously been recognized as an Up & Coming Lawyer in 2008. Michele Jackson chairs the firm’s Adoption Practice Group and focuses her practice in private and agency domestic and international adoptions as well as international family law matters. She is also an adjunct faculty member at IU’s School of Law-Indianapolis, where she teaches on subjects involving international adoption and family law.
JOCHAM HARDEN DIMICK JACKSON, PC, is a Carmel law firm providing personalized service with a responsive and compassionate approach. Experienced attorneys offer assertive advocacy for clients complemented by a philosophy focused on minimizing conflict and negotiating resolution. The practice assists clients in all areas of family law, adoption, mediation, and business litigation. For more information, please contact Amber Burton Small at 317.569.0770, or visit http://www.jhdj-law.com.
Tags: Lanae Harden, Michele Jackson
February 23rd, 2009 | Posted by Leah | Posted in Family Law
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:
Press Contact:
Amber Burton Small
JOCHAM HARDEN DIMICK JACKSON, PC
11450 N. Meridian
Carmel, IN 46032
Phone: 317.569.0770
Email Address: .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address)
Web site address: http://www.jhdj-law.com
CARMEL ATTORNEY FEATURED IN BOOK ABOUT INDIANA SPORTS LEGENDS
CARMEL, IN – March 9, 2009 – Attorney Lanae Harden is featured in the book Local Legends: The Stories Behind the Headlines by author Ron Eaton. The hardbound book of more than 300 pages and photos covers 100 years of sports history in Southwestern Indiana, and recognizes Ms. Harden (maiden name “Renschler”) as being the first player in Indiana to win four state tennis titles. Read the excerpt from the book: Lanae_Renschler-A_Perfect_4_for_4.pdf
Ms. Harden is Chair of the Family Law Section of JOCHAM HARDEN DIMICK JACKSON, PC. She received her Juris Doctor magna cum laude from Indiana University School of Law, finishing in the top 5% of her class. She also graduated magna cum laude with her undegraduate degree at the University of Texas at Austin, where she was a member of the university’s tennis team. Ms. Harden is a skilled litigator with extensive trial experience and focuses her practice in complex custody matters. She has successfully represented a diverse clientele from stay-at-home mothers to professional athletes. Ms. Harden’s professional career includes 9 years at one of Indianapolis’ large law firms where she was the only attorney who practiced exclusively in the area of family law. As an assertive advocate and trusted advisor, Ms. Harden is able to provide a professional, yet personal level of service for her clients during a difficult and emotionally draining period.
JOCHAM HARDEN DIMICK JACKSON, PC is a Carmel law firm providing personalized service with a responsive and compassionate approach. Experienced attorneys offer assertive advocacy for clients complemented by a philosophy focused on minimizing conflict and negotiating resolution. With a dynamic team of professionals, the practice assists clients in all areas of family law, collaborative law, adoption, mediation, business litigation and appeals. For more information, please contact Amber Burton Small at 317.569.0770, or visit http://www.jhdj-law.com. For more information or to order Local Legends, please visit the publisher’s website: http://www.mtpublishing.com/
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Tags: Lanae Harden
September 4th, 2008 | Posted by Leah | Posted in Adoption, Family Law
The attorneys of Jocham Harden Dimick Jackson appeared on WZPL 99.5 as guests of Kelly McKay, answering callers’ questions on family law and adoption matters.
Kelly McKay - FREE Legal Advice
Tags: Lanae Harden, Michele Jackson, Stephenie Jocham
