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Tanner C. Woods relocated to the Baton Rouge area to join Manasseh, Gill, Knipe & Belanger, PLC in 2018. Raised on a cotton farm in a small town outside of Shreveport, Tanner learned the value of hard work early in life. Tanner attended Tulane University where he obtained his undergraduate degree on full scholarship. From there, Tanner made the decision to pursue a career in law. He received a scholarship to Loyola University New Orleans College of Law. Following his admission to the practice of law, Tanner joined the firm Flowers & Long, LLP in Shreveport, LA where he developed a respectable criminal defense and family law practice. After the untimely passing of Tanner's mentor Peter R. Flowers, Tanner seized the opportunity to join the Manasseh & Gill team and move his practice to the Baton Rouge area.
Tanner has also worked as an intern for the Louisiana House of Representatives, an intern investigator for the Orleans Public Defenders' Office, a law clerk for Smith & Stag, LLC, and a law clerk for the Pro Bono Project New Orleans. Tanner is an Eagle Scout and enjoys hunting and fishing in his spare time.
Tanner is a passionate advocate for individuals facing a wide plethora of problems. Whether it is a college student praying to graduate after a DWI, or a person facing jail time for a serious felony, Tanner devotes himself to providing a zealous defense by giving each case the individualized attention it deserves. Whether it is a custody dispute or dividing community property, Tanner truly cares about his clients and their concerns. Tanner will fight endlessly to ensure his clients interests' are protected.
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Acquired: 2016
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8075 Jefferson Highway, Baton Rouge, LA, 70809
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Posted by Tristan | September 20, 2023 | Hired Attorney
Tanner helped me the whole way through my car accident. Explained everything to me diligently. Would recommend. Awesome person.
Posted by Ashley | August 12, 2020 | Hired Attorney
I can not express my gratitude enough for the representation I received from one of your attorneys, Tanner Woods. He answered all of my questions diligently and explained every single possible outcome before going to my court hearing. Tanner also helped me weight out all of my options prior to going ...
Posted by anonymous | March 13, 2019 | Hired Attorney
Through a misdirected cause, a young lady had attempted to use the "me too movement" mischievously in hopes of obtaining quick money from the company that I represented. This young lady had falsely accused me of non-consensual and forceful acts which destroyed my life. I lost a high paying job, went ...
Posted by Jason | November 26, 2018 | Hired Attorney
I highly recommend Tanner to any single parent wanting a fair and just divorce decree with the children's best interest in mind. Tanner was completely helpful, professional and demanded a high level of respect. I was almost a year into my divorce case when I hired Tanner. At my initial consult he ...
Posted by anonymous | May 12, 2017 | Hired Attorney
I have been very impressed with Tanner Woods. He seems to know what he is doing and has gone out of his way to help me with a custody matter. He explains options and what to expect.
"I endorse this lawyer. Our clients have showered Tanner with compliments. He is smart and a tireless worker. He has dedicated himself with learning the law and if he doesn't know the answer, he finds it. He is compassionate and fierce in court. He may be young but he is never intimidated. He adeptly handles a wide range of legal matters, including family and custody matters, personal injury and criminal cases. I am proud to have Tanner as a part of our firm."
"Tanner is an excellent attorney with a tremendous work ethic. He has an extensive knowledge of family law related matters and is the attorney I often go to when I have a question I need answered. He is a zealous advocate for his clients."
"Tanner is one of the smartest lawyers you'll ever meet. I've seen him put this knowledge to good use in crafting cutting edge legal arguments. He is also very upbeat and positive which is a rare trait these days amongst lawyers."
"I endorse this lawyer. Tanner is an extremely committed young attorney who will always go the extra mile for his clients. He has shown great promise with his ability to find solutions for his clients in both criminal and family law."
Family lawyer
Criminal defense lawyer
Criminal defense lawyer
2018 - Present
Associate Attorney, Manasseh, Gill, Knipe & Bélanger, P.L.C.
2016 - 2018
Associate Attorney, Flowers & Long, LLP
2016 - Present
Louisiana Association of Criminal Defense LawyersMember
Member
Member
2015
JD - Juris Doctor
2012
BA - Bachelor of Arts
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