John H. Tarlow Lawyer Profile on Martindale.com

Biography

Buzz Tarlow practices primarily in the construction field, often serving as a mediator or arbitrator in construction disputes. He also handles litigation matters involving civil, commercial, and insurance issues. Buzz is the only elected member of the American College of Construction Lawyers practicing in the state of Montana. He has spoken at numerous construction law conferences and is an adjunct professor at Montana State University, College of Engineering.

American College of Construction Lawyers.

Areas of Practice (7)

Litigation
Civil Litigation
Commercial Litigation
Insurance Law
Construction Law
Personal Injury
Commercial Law

Education & Credentials

Contact Information:

406-586-9714 Phone
406-586-9720 Fax
www.lawmt.com

Mailing Address:

1705 West College Street, Bozeman, MT 59715-4913

University Attended:

University of Connecticut, B.A., cum laude, with distinction in Economics, 1981

Law School Attended:

Boston University, J.D., 1985

Year of First admission:

1986

Admission:

1986, Vermont and U.S. District Court, District of Vermont; 1989, Montana and U.S. District Court, District of Montana; 1990, U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit

Memberships:

American Bar Association (Member, Forum on the Construction Industry; Chairman, Division I, Alternative Dispute Resolution; Member, Technical Committee); American Bar Foundation; State Bar of Montana (Founder and Chairman, Construction Law Section, 2005-2006); Attorney Licensing of Vermont; Montana Trial Lawyers Association; Gallatin County Bar Association.

ISLN:

903248318

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5.0/5.0 by a Partner on 04/30/13 in Construction Law

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5.0/5.0 by a Of Counsel on 04/29/13 in Construction Contracts

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5.0/5.0 by a Of Counsel on 04/29/13 in Construction Claims

I know him very well cannot recommend him highly enough. Read more

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5.0/5.0 by a Managing Partner on 04/17/13 in Construction Law

John "Buzz" Tarlow is very capable and highly regarded as a full service construction law professional. Read more

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John "Buzz" Tarlow is very capable and highly regarded as a full service construction law professional.
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5.0/5.0 by a Partner on 04/09/13 in Construction Claims

Used Buzz as co-counsel on a very difficult and conentious case in Montana. His advise and assistance was first class Read more

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Used Buzz as co-counsel on a very difficult and conentious case in Montana. His advise and assistance was first class
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5.0/5.0 by a Managing Partner on 04/09/13 in Civil Litigation

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Excellent litigator
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5.0/5.0 by a Managing Partner on 04/09/13 in Construction Law

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The best construction lawyer in MT
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5.0/5.0 by a Principal on 04/09/13 in General Practice

John is an exceptionally capable attorney who is fully entitled to an AV rating. He is long overdue for this recognition in my opinion. Read more

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John is an exceptionally capable attorney who is fully entitled to an AV rating. He is long overdue for this recognition in my opinion.
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5.0/5.0 by a Member on 04/09/13 in Construction Law

John "Buzz" Tarlow is an excellent lawyer, with terrific communication and analytical skills. Read more

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John "Buzz" Tarlow is an excellent lawyer, with terrific communication and analytical skills.
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5.0/5.0 by a Principal on 04/09/13 in Construction Law

excellent lawyer in complex construction law cases - great guy Read more

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excellent lawyer in complex construction law cases - great guy
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