For nearly 20 years, Attorney Joe Lanter has developed a strong reputation across two states for being a skilled and passionate advocate. Joe is focused on providing clients strong representation in a variety of Family Law matters, including divorce, dissolution, child custody disputes, support modification and enforcement, antenuptial / prenuptial agreements, and creating Separation Agreements and Shared Parenting Plans. Beginning his career as a county prosecutor in Missouri, Joe vigorously sought convictions for crimes such as homicide, felony assault, drug trafficking and manufacturing, drunk-driving, domestic violence, and hundreds of others over more than 5 years. After relocating to Northeast Ohio with his wife and children, Joe transitioned into private practice, where his commitment to professional excellence has continued, and his practice is now 100% devoted to the practice area of family law. Additionally, Joe is a certified Divorce Mediator and can assist your family in resolving your family law dispute amicably outside of court. Joe has established a strong reputation as a strong litigator and advocate in the Domestic Relations and Juvenile Courts in northeast Ohio. Having served as co-Chair of the Family Law Section and graduate of the Leadership Academy of the Cleveland Metropolitan Bar Association, Joe has been recognized by his peers as a leader and strong voice among fellow practitioners. Whether it be a hotly contested, high-conflict court proceeding or the pursuit of an out-of-court settlement, Joe recognizes that the practice of law is nuanced and realizes that no two clients are the same. To that end, he believes that in order to solve problems, he must endeavor to get to know his clients and their very specific needs. He has experience representing clients with substantial assets and high net worth and also working with the Ohio Domestic Violence Network to assist low-income survivors of domestic violence with a variety of family law needs. Joe has identified specific attention to the representation of Same-Sex Couples and Non-Traditional Families with their Family Law needs, including same-sex divorce and dissolution. Joe has experience with litigating contested custody actions as well as drafting Shared Custody and Separation Agreements for same-gender couples. Additionally, Joe serves as a Guardian ad Litem in domestic relations cases in Cuyahoga and Lorain County. As a GAL, Joe represents the best interests of children in divorce, post-decree, and domestic violence matters.

J. Clifford Lantz, J.D., M.B.A., B.A. Cliff Lantz is a commercial real estate attorney and has been practicing law for more than 20 years. He currently represents a variety of commercial real estate clients, via his law firm The Lantz Law Firm, LLC, including a solar energy company backed by one of the largest private equity firms in the world, which has active projects across the United States. He has been a speaker at conferences around the country and in the Atlanta area regarding real estate transactional and finance topics. Mr. Lantz received his Juris Doctor degree, with honors, from Emory University in Atlanta, Georgia, where he was a Managing Editor of the Emory Law Journal and a Dean's Teaching Fellow. He also earned a Masters in Business Administration degree from Emory University's Goizueta Business School, where he co-founded the Goizueta Real Estate Group, a student group focused on the commercial real estate industry.

Area of Practice: Construction Law Ted currently serves as general counsel and a member of the Board of Directors for the Greater Baton Rouge Chapter of the American Subcontractors Association. He is the Immediate Past President of the South Central Louisiana Chapter of the Construction Financial Managers Association (CFMA). Ted also serves on the Steering Committee for Division 9 of the American Bar Association Forum on the Construction Industry and serves on both the Technology and Membership Committees of the ABA Forum. Ted has been a featured speaker at the Construction SuperConference, which is recognized as the preeminent construction conference with presentations and seminars from top legal, consulting, and leaders of construction companies. Ted also routinely speaks on the topic of Construction Law for various trade associations and professional organizations. Prior to founding LAPEROUSE, APLC in 2018, Ted was a partner with Taylor Porter Brooks & Phillips in Baton Rouge, Louisiana for 14 years, and, prior to that, practiced law in Dallas, Texas, for an “Am Law 200” law firm.

I have 21 years of legal experience and in the past 18 years I have provided comprehensive family law representation through the Law Offices of Nancy Ann Lara-Moscardini. I understand the emotional and financial issues often associated with divorce and other complicated family law matters, and strive to guide my clients through the legal process with as little stress and anxiety as possible. My comprehensive family law practice enables me to address a multitude of issues, as well as protect your rights and your future. Whether you are in the middle of a child custody dispute or you are thinking about drafting a prenuptial agreement, I possess the experience and resources necessary to help you achieve your goals.

Area of Practice: Insurance Litigation William Larkin has 20+ years of litigation and law firm management experience. He is hardworking, efficient and detail oriented with strong leadership skills and a proven track record. He is extremely organized with a strong ability to multi-task. He works well in a team environment and is capable of handling complex matters and providing guidance to other team members to ensure that all matters are handled properly.