Atty. Timothy M. Tanner

Atty. Timothy M. Tanner

Timothy M. Tanner joined Coleman Talley LLP in 2003.

Valdosta Valdosta 25 yrs experience 25 year
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About Timothy M. Tanner at a glance

Timothy M. Tanner is a Partner based in Valdosta, Georgia, practicing at Coleman Talley LLP. They have 25+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2001. Their practice focuses on employment, zoning, construction, trade secrets, and product liability. Admitted to practice in Georgia (2001) and Alabama U.S. District Court, Northern District of Alabama U.S. District Court, Northern and Middle D (2001). Educated at Mercer University Law School (J.D., 2001) and University of Georgia (B.B.A., 1997). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Valdosta Bar Association Georgia Defense Lawyers Association. Serands clients in Valdosta, GA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Timothy M. Tanner joined Coleman Talley LLP in 2003
  • He is a partner in the litigation section concentrating in the areas of commercial litigation, insurance defense, civil rights and employment law
  • In addition to litigation, Tim’s practice also focuses on local government law
  • He serves as the attorney for the City of Adel, and the City of Alamo, Georgia
  • He is currently City Attorney for the City of Valdosta and the Valdosta City Solicitor
  • Tim also serves as the solicitor for the cities of Brookhaven, Adel, and Hahira, Georgia, and attorney for the Berrien County Industrial Authority
  • Tim, a native of Nicholls, Georgia, received his Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) degree in 1997 from the University of Georgia
  • In 2001, he received his Juris Doctor (JD) degree from the Walter F. George School of Law at Mercer University
  • He is a member of the State Bars of Georgia and Alabama where he is licensed to practice in all state and federal courts
  • Tim is also a member of the Valdosta Bar Association, Georgia Defense Lawyers Association, Defense Research Institute and Alabama Trial Lawyers Association
  • Locally, he is a member of the board of directors of the Wiregrass Georgia Technical College Foundation and Valdosta Boys’ and Girls’ Club
  • Tim is Martindale-Hubbell Rated AV® Preeminent™

Practice Areas Explained

Timothy M. Tanner's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Timothy M. Tanner 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.

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Land Use & Zoning

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Construction Law

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Trade Secrets

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Product Liability

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Georgia

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

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Where is Timothy M. Tanner's law office located?
Timothy M. Tanner's law practice is located in Valdosta, Georgia. The firm is Coleman Talley LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Timothy M. Tanner handle?
Timothy M. Tanner focuses on employment, zoning, construction, trade secrets, product liability. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Georgia.
How long has Timothy M. Tanner practiced law?
Timothy M. Tanner has 25+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2001.
Where did Timothy M. Tanner go to law school?
Timothy M. Tanner earned their education at (J.D., 2001); (B.B.A., 1997).
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What awards or recognition has Timothy M. Tanner received?
Timothy M. Tanner's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Mercer University Law School
- 2001
B.B.A.
University of Georgia
- 1997

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Georgia
Admitted: 2001
Alabama U.S. District Court, Northern District of Alabama U.S. District Court, Northern and Middle D
Admitted: 2001

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