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Taniya Donyale Reaves
also known as Taniya D. Reaves, Taniya Reaves
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Biography
Taniya Reaves is a 2016 graduate of North Carolina Central University School of Law. She passed the February 2017 NC Bar Exam and was sworn into the North Carolina Bar May 23, 2017. In addition to North Carolina state court, Taniya is also admitted to federal court in the North Carolina Middle District, including Bankruptcy Court. She is also in the process of gaining admission to the District of Columbia Bar. Although recently admitted to the NC Bar, Taniya has been wielding in the legal field for almost seven years. She was Lead Paralegal for a solo practitioner for four years and was Senior Paralegal for the Guilford County Attorney's Office for three years. She is currently the Assistant County Attorney for Guilford County full time. Taniya also engages in private practice, but cannot represent clients for any departments which fall under Guilford County including, but not limited to, representation for Child Support, DSS matters, Animal Control, Planning and Development, and Zoning Enforcement.
Taniya attended undergraduate studies and got her Bachelor's degree in Psychology at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. She obtained her Early Childhood Credentials I and II from the State of North Carolina and is a qualified lead teacher. She obtained her Master's Degree in Education from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. After the State of North Carolina discontinued differential pay for teachers with Master's Degrees, Taniya sought a career change and began attending Guilford Technical Community College under the direction and tutilage of Robert "Bob" S. Payne and Samuel L. Richardson, III. With Bob's guidance and mentorship, Taniya graduated from GTCC with a 4.0 and gained an Associates in Science for Paralegal Technology before sitting for the North Carolina Bar's Paralegal Certification Exam. Taniya became a North Carolina Certified Paralegal in May 2013. She is also a Notary Public and has been since 1995.
Taniya served as a civil litigation paralegal throughout her career and is proud to transfer those skills into her practice as a civil litigation attorney. She always gives her clients her undivided attention and prides herself on exceptional customer service and response times in dealing with her clients. In addition, Taniya's lengthy experience in the legal field has only strengthened her career as an attorney. She FIGHTS for her clients and is proud to sat that at The Law Office of Taniya D. Reaves, "We Stand For You . . . and We Stand Firm!"
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Licensed in North Carolina for 8 years
State: North Carolina
Acquired: 2017
No misconduct found
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Law Office of Taniya D. Reaves
1422 Miltonwood Rd, Browns Summit, NC, 27214-9616
Law Offices of Taniya Donyale Reaves
301 West Market Street, Greensboro, NC, 27401
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Posted by anonymous | April 30, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Landlord & Tenant
Taniya Is My SHERO!!
Ms. Taniya Has Been A God-Send! She Is Very PASSIONATE And Very KNOWLEDGEABLE When It Comes To NC Tenant/Landlord Laws & Handling Unfair Debt Collection Practices! I Am Glad She Took My Continued Case, And I Am So ELATED To Have Her Represent Me!!! When It Comes To Taniya Reaves, You NEED Her On YOUR...
Posted by MELODY | April 12, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes
MY GO TO LAWYER
I WAS FIRST RELUNTANT IN HIRING TANIYA REAVES BECAUSE OF HER BEING NEW TO THE PROFESSION. BUT HER DRIVE AND HER KNOWLEDGE REALLY JUST PUT ME IN SUCH A COMFORT ZONE ON HOW SHE APPROACHED MY CASE THAT A 30 YEAR LAWYER COULD NOT HANDLE IN A 4.5 MONTH PERIOD THAT WASNT GOING ANYWHERE. I CHOSE TO TERMINAT...
Posted by Saundrika | April 10, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Landlord & Tenant
Greatest Lawyer
Mrs. Reaves took on my landlord/tenant case & she got down to the bottle of it. She is/was dependable. Always got back with me as soon as possible, if I had any questions. Very very professional. I would recommend her to anyone. Thanks again!
Taniya Donyale Reaves's Lawyer Endorsements
"Taniya is a highly skilled and knowledgeable attorney, with a great reputation among her peers. I have consulted Taniya on several matters outside of my practice areas and I'm always impressed with her expertise. I endorse this lawyer."
"Ms. Reaves is a professional, yet zealous advocate for her clients. She invested considerable time and energy in our shared matter. We were able to reach a practical and amicable solution for our clients - a rarity in family law!"
"Taniya is a consummate professional. Very knowledgeable and highly prepared. Her long experience in the legal field before going to law school clearly serves her and her clients very well. I look forward to many future battles!"
"Attorney Reaves is knowledgeable and professional. She keeps her word and still zealously advocates her position in a case while remaining professional and courteous, but do not let her professional and courteous demeanor fool you, because she knows the law and she knows how to use it to her client's advantage. You will have a great lawyer if you hire her."
"Taniya is very professional and intelligent. She has great communication skills, and does not compromise her work ethics. She is not afraid to stand and speak for what is right to protect the interest of her client. She is very easy to work with. I admire her responsiveness and cooperation in getting the work done satisfactorily. I highly recommend her services."
"Hiring a lawyer is like hiring a fighter. You want to make sure your lawyer is fierce advocate for your rights. You can rest assured that Taniya is the fighter you want, she will never give up and zealously defend you until you win! I endorse her."
"Taniya is an excellent advocate for her clients. She is professional and always prepared. Also, her legal research skills are unmatched. I recommend her without any reservations."
"Taniya is an excellent attorney. She always puts her client first and works diligently to obtain the best possible result. Hire Taniya!"
"I endorse this lawyer. Ms. Reaves is a very knowledgeable and effective advocate for her clients."
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Experience
Honors
2005
International Honor Society, Kappa Delta Pi
2005
Teacher of the Year, Greensboro Lifeskills Center
2003
Teacher of the Year, Greensboro Lifeskills Center
Work Experience
2017 - Present
Attorney, The Law Office of Taniya D. Reaves
2017 - Present
Assistant County Attorney, Guilford County Attorney's Office
2014 - 2017
Senior Paralegal, Guilford County Attorney's Office
2011 - 2014
Senior Civil Litigation Paralegal, Roupas Law Firm, PLLC
Associations
2018 - Present
Fourth Circuit CourtAdmitted to Practice
2017 - Present
North Carolina State BarMember
2017 - Present
Greensboro Bar AssociationMember
2017 - Present
Greensboro Black Lawyers AssociationMember
2017 - Present
Middle District of North CarolinaAdmitted to Practice
2014 - Present
NC Bar AssociationMember
Sample of Legal Cases
Lineberry v. Tindall
Client awarded custody under all terms requested
Education
2016
North Carolina Central University School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
2012
Guilford Technical Community College
AAS Paralegal Technology
2011
University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill
MA - Masters in Education (M.Ed.)
2005
University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill
BA - Bachelor of Arts Psychology
Speaking Engagements
2017
Invest In Success - Alumni Panel
NC Bar Exam Test Taking
Publications
2010
North Carolina Department of Public Instruction
Diagnostic Reading Assessment Pilot Program (DRAP) (p. 27-42)
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Answers
Q&A
An old landlord, almost three years ago, is now trying to sue me, he is asking for my address do I have to give it to him?
01 Sep 2020
Q&A
Out sick during pandemic, job stating I voluntarily resigned after FMLA denied, doctor says to quarantine,what can I do?
15 May 2020
Q&A
What do parents with a custody visitation order do during the Coronavirus?
28 Mar 2020