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TYLER J. TANNER
Only the Beginning
AALM: When did you rst know you wanted to become an attorney? What drew you to this
career?
Tanner: I knew this before I
began college. I have always had a lot of respect for the legal pro- fession, and I knew that lawyers could thrive as creative problem solvers; anticipating obstacles and staying one step ahead. My interests and skill set seemed to line up, so I went for it. While the practice may not be as glamorous as I anticipated, for me it was un- questionably the right decision.
AALM: How is the practice of law di erent than your expecta- tions in law school?
Tanner: Not much. Here is why. I worked as much as I could throughout law school. I clerked at a maritime litigation defense rm for two years, and I also in- terned for a federal judge. With a young family to support in Mi- ami, I had to make money. Plus, I enjoyed working more than law school. As a result, I learned a lot about the practice and my expec- tations were tailored early. If any- body were to ask me, I would rec- ommend the same; get as much legal experience as you can before and throughout law school. at will ease the transition.
AALM: What drew you to your current rm? How would you de- scribe the culture there?
Tanner: Hamilton Miller & Birthisel is lled with good peo- ple and truly excellent attorneys at every level. e maritime liti- gation community in Miami is a small one, and I knew this com- ing in. I love Miami and its melt-
ing pot of cultures. at is one reason I decided to make it my home. is rm re ects that vi- brant diversity and fosters a wel- coming environment to build a practice. More importantly, how- ever, is our focus on hard work, understanding our client’s needs, and doing everything necessary to consistently exceed their ex- pectations.
AALM: Of the cases you’ve worked on or witnessed, what has stood out most in your mind?
Tanner: While I practice pri- marily in litigation, I have come to really value qualities of kind- ness, integrity, and respect in working with opposing counsel. I have learned that the con dent and proper use of these qualities in litigation is a great asset and can be incredibly e ective at re- solving cases.
AALM: What do you most hope to accomplish in the future?
Tanner: If I am fortunate enough to earn enough money to retire, I hope that I will not want to at that point. In other words, I hope to reach a level of comfort, trust, and camaraderie amongst my clients, colleagues, and the practice that makes outright re- tirement seem like a less desirable way to spend the rest of my life.
AALM: Is there anything else you’d like to add?
Tanner: I am blessed with an incredible support system. My wife, Amber, is truly an extraor- dinary woman, and I could not be more proud of my children, Tyson and Charlotte. We are all in this together, and it’s only the beginning.
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HAMILTON MILLER &
BIRTHISELLLP
150 S.E. Second Avenue, Suite 1200 Miami, FL 33131
(305) 379-3686 www.hamiltonmillerlaw.com
EDUCATION
Juris Doctor, University of Miami School of Law, 2010
Bachelor of Arts in Economics, University of Lethbridge, 2007
AWARDS
Board Certi ed in Admiralty & Maritime Law, e Florida Bar, 2017-Present
Rising Star, Florida Super Lawyers Magazine, Transportation & Maritime, 2014-Present
PROFESSIONAL MEMBERSHIPS
Chair, Florida Bar Admiralty Law Committee Former Chair, J. Reuben Clark Law Society,
South Florida Chapter
Bosun, Fort Lauderdale Mariners Club
FAVORITE QUOTE
Be kind to one another.
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