Atty. Allen C. Tanner

Atty. Allen C. Tanner

Allen C. Tanner is a lawyer practicing real estate, commercial transactions.

Newport News Newport News 73 yrs experience 73 year
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Profile Summary

About Allen C. Tanner at a glance

Allen C. Tanner is a Member based in Newport News, Virginia, practicing at Jones, Blechman, Woltz & Kelly, P.C.. They have 73+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1953. Their practice focuses on business and real estate. Admitted to practice in Virginia (1953), U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Virginia (1976), and U.S. Court of Appeals, Fourth Circuit (1976). Educated at Marshall-Wythe School of Law, College of William & Mary (J.D., 1975) and University of North Carolina (A.B., 1972). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Newport News and Virginia Bar Associations Virginia State Bar. Serands clients in Newport News, VA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Allen C. Tanner is a lawyer practicing real estate, commercial transactions
  • Allen received a A.B. degree from University of North Carolina in 1972, and has been licensed for 73 years
  • Allen practices at Jones, Blechman, Woltz & Kelly, P.C. in Newport News, VA

Practice Areas Explained

Allen C. Tanner's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Allen C. Tanner handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

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Real Estate Law

Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Virginia

Practicing law in Virginia. Legal matters in Virginia are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Newport News are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Virginia state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Virginia brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this andnue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Virginia courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Allen C. Tanner

Where is Allen C. Tanner's law office located?
Allen C. Tanner's law practice is located in Newport News, Virginia. The firm is Jones, Blechman, Woltz & Kelly, P.C.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Allen C. Tanner handle?
Allen C. Tanner focuses on business, real estate. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Virginia.
How long has Allen C. Tanner practiced law?
Allen C. Tanner has 73+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1953.
Where did Allen C. Tanner go to law school?
Allen C. Tanner earned their education at (J.D., 1975); (A.B., 1972).
How can I contact Allen C. Tanner for a consultation?
You can contact Allen C. Tanner directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has Allen C. Tanner received?
Allen C. Tanner's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Marshall-Wythe School of Law, College of William & Mary
- 1975
A.B.
University of North Carolina
- 1972

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Virginia
Admitted: 1953
U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Virginia
Admitted: 1976
U.S. Court of Appeals, Fourth Circuit
Admitted: 1976

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