Atty. Robert Joseph Tannous

Atty. Robert Joseph Tannous

Robert Joseph Tannous is a lawyer practicing construction & development, securities, equity, mezzanine and debt securities and 25 other areas of law. Robert received a B.S.B.A. degree from The Ohio State University in 1984, and has been licensed for 39 years.

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Profile Summary

About Robert Joseph Tannous at a glance

Robert Joseph Tannous is a Chief Operating Partner based in Columbus, Ohio, practicing at Porter Wright Morris & Arthur LLP. They have 39+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1987. Their practice focuses on employment, business, ip, tax, and m&a. Admitted to practice in Ohio (1987) and Illinois (2022). Educated at The Ohio State University (J.D. Finance, 1987) and The Ohio State University (B.S.B.A. Finance, 1984). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Columbus and American Bar Associations. Serands clients in Columbus, OH and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

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  • Robert Joseph Tannous is a lawyer practicing construction & development, securities, equity, mezzanine and debt securities and 25 other areas of law
  • Robert received a B.S.B.A. degree from The Ohio State University in 1984, and has been licensed for 39 years
  • Robert practices at Porter Wright Morris & Arthur LLP in Columbus, OH

Practice Areas Explained

Robert Joseph Tannous's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Robert Joseph Tannous handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Employment Law

Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.

Robert Joseph Tannous is one of 169,120 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in Ohio →

Business & Corporate Law

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

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Intellectual Property

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

Robert Joseph Tannous is one of 106,079 ip attorneys indexed nationally. Browse ip attorneys in Ohio →

Tax Law

Tax attorneys handle IRS audits, tax debt, international tax, estate planning, and tax court litigation.

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Mergers & Acquisitions

Robert Joseph Tannous is one of 49,731 m&a attorneys indexed nationally. Browse m&a attorneys in Ohio →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Ohio

Practicing law in Ohio. Legal matters in Ohio are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Columbus are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Ohio state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Ohio 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 Ohio courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Robert Joseph Tannous

Where is Robert Joseph Tannous's law office located?
Robert Joseph Tannous's law practice is located in Columbus, Ohio. The firm is Porter Wright Morris & Arthur LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Robert Joseph Tannous handle?
Robert Joseph Tannous focuses on employment, business, ip, tax, m&a. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Ohio.
How long has Robert Joseph Tannous practiced law?
Robert Joseph Tannous has 39+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1987.
Where did Robert Joseph Tannous go to law school?
Robert Joseph Tannous earned their education at (J.D. Finance, 1987); (B.S.B.A. Finance, 1984).
How can I contact Robert Joseph Tannous for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Robert Joseph Tannous received?
Robert Joseph Tannous's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D. Finance
The Ohio State University
- 1987
B.S.B.A. Finance
The Ohio State University
- 1984

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Ohio
Admitted: 1987
Illinois
Admitted: 2022

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