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Allen Mark Tanner
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Biography
Allen Tanner has extensive experience in representing people who are facing serious criminal charges. During his years as a criminal defense lawyer, he has represented thousands of individuals charged with all types of felony offenses. He has tried felony jury trials involving capital murder, sexual assault, burglary, aggravated robbery, Medicare fraud and drugs. He has tried 15 death penalty cases to juries in Houston, Victoria, Fredericksburg, Corpus Christi and Austin. His most newsworthy case was that of Angel Maturino Resendez, known as the "Railroad Killer," in February of 2000.
Many of Allen Tanner's clients plead Not Guilty and take their case before a jury. As to the guilt issue, Allen Tanner realizes that nothing in life is more serious than to be falsely accused of committing a crime. He understands that serving time for a crime you did not commit is unimaginable. However, many clients choose to admit their guilt. Allen Tanner then attempts to lessen their punishment whereby they receive pretrial diversion, deferred adjudication or a lesser sentence from a jury. He often uses psychiatric testimony to attempt to explain and mitigate his clients’ actions.
Allen Tanner graduated from Johns Hopkins University in 1978 and the University of San Francisco School of Law in 1981. After passing the Texas Bar exam in 1981, he worked as a prosecutor at the Harris County District Attorney's office in Houston until 1985, when he opened his own private law practice. The only types of cases he has handled are criminal defense cases. Allen Tanner became Board Certified in criminal law by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization in 1989. He has never been disciplined by the state bar of Texas.
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Practice Areas
5
Practice Areas
Criminal Defense
50%
Sex Crime
20%
Violent Crime
20%
Drug Crime
5%
Fees and Rates
Awards
2013
Licenses
Licensed in Texas for 44 years
State: Texas
Acquired: 1981
No misconduct found
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Posted by Chris G | May 17, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
An experienced and professional attorney if there ever was one.
Mr. Tanner is the best attorney that I have ever had the pleasure of knowing. I was facing serious charges. My stomach was in knots. Allen gave me his experienced counsel on the pros and cons of my available options. My best option was not good. It was simply the least of the bad. After discussing th...
Posted by Tobe | October 22, 2012 | Criminal Defense
One of the best in Texas
I came to Mr Tanner Back in 2008. I was charged with a felony theft case. I have never been in any other trouble prior till. Mr Tanner brought me into his friendly atmosphere and re assured me that his experience in such manners would benefit me greatly. I told Mr Tanner I would never do such a crimi...
Posted by anonymous | July 07, 2009 | Criminal Defense
excellent attorney
MY NAME IS ESTHER, I AM WRITING THIS REVIEW FOR ATTORNEY ALLEN TANNER. MR. TANNER IS A BOARD CERTIFIED CRIMINAL DEFENSE ATTORNEY. I AM WRITING ABOUT A TRIAL WHERE HE REPRESENTED A FRIEND NAMED TREY. TREY HAD A POSSESION CASE AND WAS LOOOKING AT 25 TO LIFE. HE COULD NOT FIND AN ATTORNEY THAT WOULD TAK...
Allen Mark Tanner's Lawyer Endorsements
"I endorse this lawyer. Allen is 100% dedicated to obtaining the best possible outcomes for his clients. He does not shy away from the tough cases."
"When it comes to criminal law in Texas, Allen is one of the most experienced attorneys in the field. However, the thing that will probably strike you even more than his experience and knowledge, is his personable demeanor."
"I endorse this lawyer. An excellent trial lawyer. You can trust him."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"I have had the great pleasure of working with Mr. Tanner on a number of criminal cases. He is greatly admired among the criminal defense community as one of the most knowledgeable and devoted criminal defense attorneys in Houston. Anyone faced with criminal charges who is lucky enough to have Mr. Tanner as their lawyer is surely in great hands. I consider myself blessed as a young defense attorney to have had the opportunity to work alongside Mr. Tanner and to learn what it means to be a zealous advocate for your clients."
"I am a civil trial lawyer who tries many cases to a verdict. I often go to courthouse to view other trials. I had the pleasure of seeing this lawyer in action during a recent murder trial (his client's nickname was "Monster"). Mr. Tanner not only obtained a rare not guilty verdict, but he was clearly the best lawyer in the room. I enjoyed watching him navigate through some difficult facts and convince the jurt that there was reasonable doubt. I have him at the top of my list for any criminal law referrals"
"Allen Tanner is a dedicated and hard working attorney. He is a trial attorney who is always ready to fight the good fight. He treats his his clients with dignity and respect and has true empathy for their situations which are often bleak. Allen is also generous with his advise. As a young lawyer he often helped me by providing me with forms, explanations of the law and procedure, or simple words encouragement. I value Allen as a friend and endorse him as an attorney."
"I endorse this lawyer. Allen Tanner is one of the hardest working criminal defense attorneys in town. He is a very detailed and thorough attorney, and he has developed winning courtroom skills. His personality is loved and respected by all, and he is an excellent attorney."
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Experience
Honors
2024
AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2024
Board Certified - Criminal Law, Texas Board of Legal Specialization
2023
AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2022
AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2022
Board Certified - Criminal Law, Texas Board of Legal Specialization
2021
AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2020
AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2018
Board Certified - Criminal Law, Texas Board of Legal Specialization
2017
Board Certified - Criminal Law, Texas Board of Legal Specialization
Work Experience
1985 - Present
Owner, Law Offices of Allen Tanner
1981 - 1985
Assistant District Attorney, Harris County District Attorney's Office
Associations
1985 - Present
Federal Bar AssociationMember
1980 - Present
State Bar of TexasMember
Education
1981
University of San Francisco School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
1978
Johns Hopkins University
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Publications
2009
Groundbreaking Press
Legal Vengeance
Languages
English