Tanner Duncan

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Tanner Duncan

also known as James Tanner Duncan

5.0
Rating: 7.1

Licensed for 6 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at Lebanon, OH
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Personal Injury

12 E. Warren Street, Lebanon, OH

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About Tanner

Biography

When Your Freedom or Future Is on the Line—We Fight to Win.

Practice Areas

2

Practice Areas

Criminal Defense 50%

Your Freedom Is Worth the Fight. Your Freedom Is Worth the Fight. Call For A Consultation!

50%
Personal Injury 50%

Serious Injuries. Relentless Representation. Call For A Consultation!

50%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 30 minutes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

Awards

Client's Choice
Client's Choice
2026 2025 2024
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+ 2

Licenses

Licensed in Kentucky for 4 years

State: Kentucky

Acquired: 2021

Active

No misconduct found

Licensed in Ohio for 6 years

State: Ohio

Acquired: 2019

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Rittgers Rittgers & Nakajima

12 E. Warren Street, Lebanon, OH, 45036

Rittgers Rittgers & Nakajima

3734 Eastern Avenue, Cincinnati, OH, 45226

Rittgers Rittgers & Nakajima

121 West High Street, Oxford, OH, 45056

Rittgers Rittgers & Nakajima

9078 Union Centre Blvd. Suite 350, West Chester, OH, 45069

Rittgers Rittgers & Nakajima

401 Scott St., Covington, KY, 41011

Rittgers Rittgers & Nakajima

4555 Lake Forest Drive Suite 650, Cincinnati, OH, 45242

Rittgers Rittgers & Nakajima

3805 Edwards Road Suite 550, Cincinnati, OH, 45209

Tanner Duncan's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

5.0 /5.0

103 Client Reviews

Showing 11 - 15 of 24 reviews | Communication Style

Posted by anonymous | May 09, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Indecent exposure

I hired Tanner after our first phone call. He was incredibly detailed when explaining the legal process and I was confident he would go to bat for me. Tanner was able to work out a favorable plea deal bringing my charge down to a disorderly conduct, a minor misdemeanor. Sentence was no more than fees... and court cost. All thanks to Tanner I would highly recommend him to anyone in need of counsel or representation.

Posted by Ted | April 15, 2024 | Criminal Defense

Incredible helpful

Not only did Taylor communicate everything he needed from me, he handled everything quickly, and was sure to let me know what going on during every step. He is just very easy to work with and put in a LOT of effort to get me the best outcome. Charges are being entirely dismissed just as long as I don...'t get in any trouble for 90 days. Things would have been much worse without him!!! THANK YOU!

Posted by Tim | March 21, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Mr. Duncan was fantastic.

As this was my first time run in with the law, I had zero idea of what to expect. Mr. Duncan expertly walked me through all of the details and avenues of defense that were available. As a result, I was confident that I got the best outcome possible.

Posted by Richard | December 29, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

On trial

I loved tanner duncan. He really did a lot of work on my case. I told him my story. He asked questions. Days following he asked more in-depth questions related to he interview people brought witnesses up. He gave me options on the case. He got my charges reduced. I would have went to jail if it was n...ot for tanner. I owe him my freedom. Yes a great lawyer

Posted by Dan | November 18, 2023

Tanner Duncan Review

If you're seeking a legal representative who is honest, pragmatic, responsive, and will be thorough and thoughtful throughout the process, I highly recommend Tanner Duncan. His professionalism, expertise, and dedication in helping me achieve the best possible outcome was evident during my experience ...working with him. In addition, his attention to detail and thorough understanding of the law were invaluable in helping to guide, as well as educating me, on the complexities and various outcomes each step of the way. I greatly appreciate his patience and ability to thoroughly explain the pertinent legal matters. No matter the time of day or how busy his schedule, Tanner was always timely and proactive in his communication. Tanner's character and reputation precedes him in a positive way, creating many beneficial working relationships within the legal system. I would highly recommend his services to anyone seeking legal representation.

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Tanner Duncan's Lawyer Endorsements

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Jacqueline Mayer

Criminal defense lawyer | Dec 16

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Tanner is smart, talented, hard-working, and kind. I appreciate his vigorous representation of his clients."

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Aaron Levinson

Criminal defense lawyer | Dec 16

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Tanner is a fantastic criminal defense attorney. He is hardworking and dedicated to getting his clients the best outcome. He is well known in most courts in the Greater Cincinnati area and that reputation carries over to his interactions with judges and prosecutors. Would highly recommend."

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Joseph Suhre

Criminal defense lawyer | Jun 29

Relationship: Supervised lawyer

"Tanner is a bright, motivated, and aggressive lawyer. He cares deeply about his clients and works tirelessly to get the best result possible. I endorse Tanner without reservation."

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Derrick Harris

Criminal defense lawyer | Jun 14

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Not only does Tanner have the intelligence and experience to aggressively represent his clients at the highest level, he genuinely cares about his clients and the outcome they receive. I would stand next to Mr. Duncan in any type of criminal matter with confidence."

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Aaron Levinson

Criminal defense lawyer

Experience

Rating:  7.1 (Very Good)

Honors

2019

Cum Laude, Northern Kentucky University - Salmon P. Chase College of Law

2019

Dean's List, Northern Kentucky University - Salmon P. Chase College of Law

2019

Order of the Barristers, Northern Kentucky University - Salmon P. Chase College of Law

2019

Law Review - Associate Editor, Northern Kentucky University - Salmon P. Chase College of Law

2018

Dean's List, Northern Kentucky University - Salmon P. Chase College of Law

2018

Law Review - Associate Editor, Northern Kentucky University - Salmon P. Chase College of Law

2017

Dean's List, Northern Kentucky University - Salmon P. Chase College of Law

2016

Dean's List, Northern Kentucky University - Salmon P. Chase College of Law

Work Experience

2025 - Present

Trial Attorney, Rittgers & Rittgers

2021 - 2025

Trial Attorney, Suhre & Associates, LLC

Associations

Northern Kentucky Bar Association

Ohio State Bar Association

Kentucky Bar Association

Education

2019

Northern Kentucky University - Salmon P. Chase College of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

2014

University of Cincinnati

BS - Bachelor of Science (History)

Speaking Engagements

2024

The Lawyers' Club of Cincinnati FBI NICS Appeals

2024

Legal Methods - Guest Speaker

Criminal Defense Practice

Languages

English

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