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 31 - 35 of 103 reviews

Posted by Bradley | December 10, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

An amazing lawyer!

I hired Tanner to help me with my first and only case. He did a terrific job, He explained every detail and made everything easy to understand, He makes sure you know all the steps and actions to take, Very communicative, He is extremely knowledgeable in his profession, great pricing, he was calm, g...reat composure, and extremely kind, he knows how to make light of a dark situation (especially when needed). Most importantly He knows how to get the job done! I hear a lot that lawyers deliver promises and their actions speak differently. Not Tanner though, he cuts straight to the point and stays in tune with reality. Thanks a lot Tanner! 100% recommend to anyone in a bad situation and in need of the best lawyer they can get!

Posted by anonymous | November 02, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Moving violation dismissed!

Very effective and efficiently handled knew some of the prosecutors as well there for they worked with us and got the case dismissed thanks Tanner!

Posted by Aneshia | October 04, 2024 | Hired Attorney

Excellent attorney

Considering the circumstances, “I had a fantastic experience with Tanner Duncan as my attorney. He was incredibly honest, accessible, trustworthy, and kept me informed throughout the entire process. The money I spent on his services was absolutely worth it. Highly recommend!”

Posted by Rick | September 09, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

Highly Recommend Tanner and his Team

Tanner and his team were hired in March 2023 and worked on one of family member's case for 18 months. It was a challenging case that faced significant consequences. Tanner worked diligently to ensure my family member's best interests were a priority. The most concerning and stressful part of the e...ntire process were the "unknowns." Tanner went above and beyond with calls outside of typical work hours to ensure we all had the most up to date information and everyone understood what was to be expected next. He worked tirelessly to negotiate the most favorable outcome possible. I would recommend Tanner and his team to anyone who finds themselves in these unfortunate situations.

Posted by Josh | September 05, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Good Guy

He did a wonderful job, I was apprehensive because the state didn't want to work out a deal, but after going to court he convinced the judge into a better sentence than I expected.

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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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