Tanner Law Office is a distinguished law firm based in Tooele, Utah, specializing in employment law, criminal defense, and family law. With over sixty years of combined legal experience, the firm stands out for its seasoned attorneys, client-focused approach, and deep roots in the local and state legal community.
The firm leverages a comprehensive methodology that emphasizes focusing on key details, identifying relevant laws, and pursuing claims and defenses with dedication and ethical rigor. Richard Tanner handles criminal defense, family law, and estate planning matters primarily in Tooele and Salt Lake Counties, while James Tanner represents employees across Utah in a wide range of employment disputes. Their practice is tailored to individuals, including federal, state, and private sector employees, as well as clients facing family, criminal, or estate planning needs.
Services Offered
- Employment Law
- Discrimination Claims
- Sexual Harassment Cases
- Wrongful Termination
- Adverse Employer Actions
- Federal Employee Representation
- State and Local Government Employee Representation
- Law Enforcement Officer Representation
- Private Sector Employee Representation
- Utah Labor Commission (UALD) Discrimination Claims
- Workplace Safety Complaints (Utah Occupational Safety and Health)
- Replies to Pre-Determination Notices
- Mediation Services
- Criminal Defense
- Juvenile Law
- Family Law
- Divorce
- Child Custody
- Child Support
- Alimony
- Property Settlement
- Adoption
- Guardianship
- Wills
- Powers of Attorney
- Durable Powers of Attorney
- Living Wills
- Medical Directives
- Estate Planning
- Landlord-Tenant Disputes
- Contract Review and Drafting
- Lease Agreements
- General Practice Assistance
Serving clients throughout Utah, with a strong presence in Tooele, Salt Lake, Davis, and Utah Counties, the firm is also a provider for the MetLife Legal Plan. James Tanner is a past president of the Utah Employment Lawyers Association and currently serves as an administrative hearing officer for Tooele City and County.
