Timothy M. Tanner

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Timothy M. Tanner: Attorney with Coleman Talley LLP
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  • Martindale-Hubbell Peer AV Preeminent Rating
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Biography

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™.
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Areas of Practice (10)

  • Environmental Law
  • Insurance Coverage and Defense
  • Alternative Dispute Resolution
  • Appellate Litigation
  • Construction Law and Litigation
  • Employment Law
  • Local Government and Municipalities
  • Product Liability Litigation
  • Trade Secrets Litigation
  • Zoning, Planning and Land Use

Education & Credentials

Mailing Address:
P.O. Box 5437, Valdosta, GA 31601
University Attended:
University of Georgia, B.B.A., 1997
Law School Attended:
Mercer University Law School, J.D., 2001
Year of First Admission:
2001
Admission:
2001, Georgia; 2001, Alabama; U.S. District Court, Northern District of Alabama; U.S. District Court, Northern and Middle Districts of Georgia; U.S. District Court, Middle District of Alabama
Memberships:
Valdosta Bar Association; Georgia Defense Lawyers Association.
Birth Information:
Waycross, Georgia, September 20, 1974
ISLN:
916677433

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Peer Reviews

4.4/5.0 (25 reviews)
Martindale-Hubbell® AV Preeminent Rating Badge

  • Legal Knowledge

    4.4/5.0

  • Analytical Capability

    4.4/5.0

  • Judgment

    4.4/5.0

  • Communication

    4.4/5.0

  • Legal Experience

    4.4/5.0

  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Partner on 07/04/12 in Personal Injury

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  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Partner on 06/18/12 in Civil Litigation

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  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Principal on 06/16/12 in General Practice

    I have associated with Mr. Tanner in matters involving municipal matters involving condemnation proceedings and have practiced against Mr. Tanner as Solicitor of Valdosta Municipal court. He has always demonstrated highest ethical and professional co... Read more

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  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Partner on 06/12/12 in Civil Litigation

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  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Sole Practitioner on 06/11/12 in Trial Practice

    Mr. Tanner is an extremely competent attorney. As an active mediator and former trial lawyer, I consider him as one of the best lawyers in South Georgia and have found him to be completely trustworthy in my dealings with him.

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  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Sole Practitioner on 06/11/12 in Local Government Law

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  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Sole Practitioner on 06/11/12 in Insurance Coverage Defense

    Tim always displays the highest of ethical standards. He is a great attorney and works hard for his clients.

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  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Partner on 06/10/12 in Civil Litigation

    Tim is an outstanding lawyer. I tried a 2 week Daubert hearing and 3 week Federal environmental case with him. He obtained a result for his client that no one every thought possible. He is smart, professional, very good to work with, and exception... Read more

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  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Partner on 06/08/12 in Civil Litigation

    He is an excellent attorney.

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  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Partner on 06/08/12 in Civil Litigation

    Tim is an excellent lawyer. He is dillignet and detail oriented. His word is gold and his clients are always well served.

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229-929-4883  Phone

229-333-0885  Fax

www.colemantalley.com

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