About Our Firm
Locations & Jurisdictions
We are a general practice law firm representing clients all over Virginia in transactional matters. We are also available to appear in court for most matters in Western and Central Virginia including the following cities and counties:
Attorney & Counselor at Law
Jonathan B. Tarris, Esq.
Jonathan is a near lifelong resident of Lexington & Rockbridge County. After finishing his law degree at Washington & Lee University School of Law he worked as a Contract Negotiations Specialist and as a Financial Planner for a Fortune 500 company before starting Tarris Law in 2016.
Since starting Tarris Law, Jonathan has defended hundreds of clients in courts across the Commonwealth of Virginia including as an associate Public Defender. Jonathan has formed dozens of successful businesses and help dozens of others sell thier family business and plan thier estate.
In his spare time Jonathan enjoys spending time outdoors on his family farm, doing home improvement projects and volunteering on a variety of community boards and commissions.
EDUCATION
Washington & Lee University School of Law
George Mason University School of Law
West Virginia University College of Business & Economics
Rockbridge County High School
COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT
Lexington-Buena Vista Bar Association, President 2020
Lexington Planning Commission, Planning Commissioner 2015-2017 Lexington-Rockbridge-Buena Vista Chamber of Commerce, Board of Directors 2018-2020
Lexington Police Foundation, Advisory Board, 2017-2019
Lexington-Rockbridge Jaycees, Treasurer & State Director, 2015
Hull's Drive-In Theater, Board of Directors 2018-2020
Rockbridge Area Recreational Organization, Basketball Coach 2012-17, Advisory Board 2014-2015
Lexington Presbyterian Church, Ruling Elder 2018-2020
Paralegals
Kathleen V. Murphy - Settlement Agent
Kathleen joined the practice with experience in logistics and project management. Kathleen assists our clients with all estate administration, divorce, and real estate matters, as well as collecting evidence for criminal and traffic cases.
In her free time Kathleen enjoys playing music, gardening, horse back riding, and diving into a good book.
EDUCATION
Roanoke College
Trinity Episcopal School
COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT
Souther Appalachian Wilderness Stewards
Lexington-Rockbridge Jaycees Member
Roanoke Rescue Mission Volunteer
