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Jonathan Blair Tarris
also known as Jon Tarris, Jonathan Tarris
About Jonathan
Biography
Jonathan is a lifelong resident of Lexington & Rockbridge County. After finishing his law degree at Washington & Lee University he worked as a Contract Negotiations Specialist and a Financial Planner for a Fortune 500 company before starting Tarris Law in 2016.
Since starting Tarris Law, Jonathan has defended hundreds of clients in courts across Virginia including as an associate Public Defender, formed dozens of successful businesses, and attained favorable judgements in over 80% of his civil matters.
In his spare time Jonathan enjoys spending time outdoors, working his family farm, coaching youth basketball and volunteering on a variety of community boards and commissions.
If you are looking for legal advice please do not hesitate to reach out. If Jonathan cannot assist with your matter he will refer you to someone who can.
Practice Areas
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Practice Areas
Criminal Defense
30%
10 years
Estate Planning
30%
10 years
Business
20%
10 years
Car Accident
20%
10 years
Fees and Rates
Cost
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
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Licensed in Virginia for 9 years
State: Virginia
Acquired: 2016
No misconduct found
Location
Tarris Law
321 Campbell Avenue SW, Roanoke, VA, 24018
Tarris Law
14 East Nelson Street, Suite 202, Lexington, VA, 24450
Tarris Law
111 E. Main St., Salem, VA, 24153
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Jonathan Blair Tarris's Reviews
Showing 1 - 5 of 24 client reviews from Avvo
Posted by Joe | July 2, 2025 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Legal Counsel of the Highest Caliber
From start to finish, Mr. Tarris acted professional, patient, and of all things tactical, in two different criminal cases of mine. We beat the odds both times, and I'm on my feet with a great future ahead, because of his knowhow and his actions as legal counsel of the highest caliber. I'll recommend ...
Posted by Paul | August 15, 2022 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Excellent service - highly professional and personable
Mr. Tarris was a fine attorney in traffic court with me on my case. He thoroughly researched my situation and advocated for me successfully. He has my highest recommendation for potential clients in this situation within Central Virginia.
Posted by anonymous | August 3, 2020 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Reckless Driving Case
Mr. Tarris and his assistant (Cassie) were a pleasure to work with for my reckless driving case. Both he and Cassie were professional and were able to reduce my misdemeanor to an infraction. Without their support, I honestly believe that I wouldn't have been as successful as them in reducing my char...
Posted by Neilson | January 10, 2020 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Excellent service
Mr. Tarris was able to negotiate a reduction in my Traffic Charges. He is a very skilled attorney!
Posted by Steven | January 8, 2020 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
EXCELLENT!
Mr. Tarris handled my case with ease! He made it seem simple and direct with no complications, and within a short time it was all said and done, Just like that. Straight forward up and up and all good. Also his assistant "Cassie" is very helpful, and I do Thank Them!
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Experience
Honors
2019
10 Best Estate Planning Attorneys - Virginia, American Institute of Legal Counsel
2017
10 Best Criminal Law Firms for Client Satisfaction in Virginia, AIOCLA
Work Experience
2016 - Present
Attorney & Counsellor at Law, Tarris Law
Associations
2017 - Present
Lexington Rockbridge Chamber of CommerceBoard Member
2017 - Present
Lexington Police FoundationAttorney/Board Member
2016 - Present
Virginia State BarMember
2016 - Present
American Bar AssociationMember
2016 - Present
Virginia Bar AssociationMember
2016 - Present
Lexington/Rockbridge/Buena Vista Bar AssociationMember
2018 - 2019
Lexington/Rockbridge/Buena Vista Bar AssociationVice President
Sample of Legal Cases
Possession Charge Dismissed
Dismissed
Complex Estate Plan
Success
New Business Formation
Success
Education
2013
George Mason University School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
2013
Washington and Lee University School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
2010
West Virginia University
BS - Bachelor of Science
Speaking Engagements
2018
Estate Planning Basics
Estate Planning
2018
Employee Benefits
Wills, Trusts and Power of Attorney
Publications
2017
Lexington News-Gazette
Save Open Spaces
2014
Rockbridge Advocate
Community Police
Languages
English
Spanish
Activity
Legal Answers