James Tanton

James Tyler Tanton was born in St. Petersburg, FL, and grew up in Clearwater, FL. He graduated from Clearwater High School, where he was a three-year starter on the varsity football team and served in various leadership roles, including treasurer of the National Honor Society and student liaison to the Pinellas County School Board.

 

As a first-generation college student, Mr. Tanton began his undergraduate education at Valparaiso University in Indiana, where he played NCAA Division I football. He later transferred to the University of Florida, earning a degree in political science in 2017. Following his passion for the law, Mr. Tanton attended the University of Florida Levin College of Law, graduating in May 2020 while balancing work at a workers’ compensation firm and driving for rideshare services on weekends.

 

Since being admitted to the Florida Bar in 2021, Mr. Tanton has gained extensive experience in civil litigation, including construction defect matters, general liability defense, the representation of small business plaintiffs in first party insurance disputes, and federal employment law. He is admitted to practice in the U.S. Northern, Middle, and Southern District Courts of Florida.

 

Mr. Tanton’s dedication to his legal career is complemented by his strong ties to the community. He is a proud member of Holy Trinity Greek Orthodox Church in Clearwater, where he was honored with the Greek Orthodox Metropolis of Atlanta’s Archangel Michael Award in 2019.

 

Mr. Tanton is also a member of the Florida Justice Association, further demonstrating his dedication to advancing his practice and advocating for justice on behalf of injured clients.