Atty. John Markham Tanner

Atty. John Markham Tanner

John Markham Tanner is a lawyer practicing commercial, contracts & agreements, business and commercial litigation and 6 other areas of law. John received a B.A. degree from Rice University in 1983, and has been licensed for 40 years.

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Profile Summary

About John Markham Tanner at a glance

John Markham Tanner is a Director based in Denver, Colorado, practicing at Fairfield and Woods, P.C.. They have 40+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1986. Their practice focuses on contracts, business, real estate, ip, and construction. Admitted to practice in Colorado (1986) and U.S. Court of Appeals, Tenth Circuit U.S. Supreme Court (1997). Educated at Duke University (J.D., 1986) and Rice University (B.A. History, 1983). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Denver Bar Association. Serves clients in Denver, CO and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • John Markham Tanner is a lawyer practicing commercial, contracts & agreements, business and commercial litigation and 6 other areas of law
  • John received a B.A. degree from Rice University in 1983, and has been licensed for 40 years
  • John practices at Fairfield and Woods, P.C. in Denver, CO

Practice Areas Explained

John Markham Tanner's Areas of Practice

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

Contracts

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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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Intellectual Property

IP attorneys protect inventions, brands, and creative work through patent prosecution, trademark registration, copyright, and trade-secret enforcement.

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Construction Law

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Colorado

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about John Markham Tanner

Where is John Markham Tanner's law office located?
John Markham Tanner's law practice is located in Denver, Colorado. The firm is Fairfield and Woods, P.C.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does John Markham Tanner handle?
John Markham Tanner focuses on contracts, business, real estate, ip, construction. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Colorado.
How long has John Markham Tanner practiced law?
John Markham Tanner has 40+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1986.
Where did John Markham Tanner go to law school?
John Markham Tanner earned their education at (J.D., 1986); (B.A. History, 1983).
How can I contact John Markham Tanner for a consultation?
You can contact John Markham 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 John Markham Tanner received?
John Markham Tanner's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Duke University
- 1986
B.A. History
Rice University
- 1983

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Colorado
Admitted: 1986
U.S. Court of Appeals, Tenth Circuit U.S. Supreme Court
Admitted: 1997

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