Biography
Tanner Kirksey focuses his practice on civil litigation, and is a highly skilled and dedicated attorney specializing in multiple areas of the law.
Tanner has comprehensive experience in construction litigation, class actions, civil rights, commercial litigation, labor and employment, contract and statutory actions, and real estate litigation in both state and federal courts. His expertise ranges from pre-suit claims to appeals, with multiple successful results achieved both in and outside the courtroom. With his history as both a defense and plaintiffs’ attorney, Tanner understands both sides of litigation and uses that knowledge and expertise for the benefit of his clients in every matter. Tanner’s client-centered and holistic approach has earned him the role of a trusted advisor for the individuals and entities he represents.
His track record and achievements have also earned him several recognitions from clients and peers. Tanner has been selected as a Missouri Lawyers Weekly Up & Coming Honoree in 2021, Super Lawyers Rising Star for Missouri in 2024 and 2025, and as one of the Best Lawyers in America: Ones to Watch in 2025.
When not practicing law, Tanner is heavily involved with his church and community. He serves on the Board of Directors for Ektrepho, a non-profit organization focusing on spiritual nourishment for seniors, and watches every St. Louis CITY SC game he can.
Practice Areas
Education
- Saint Louis University School of Law, St. Louis, Missouri
- J.D. - 2020
- Honors: Trial Advocacy Team Member
- Drury University, Springfield, Missouri
- B.A. - 2017
- Honors: summa cum laude
- Honors: Deans List, 2013-2017
- Honors: Senior Class President
- Major: International Political Studies
Bar Admissions
- Missouri
- Illinois
- U.S. District Court Eastern District of Missouri
- U.S. District Court Western District of Missouri
- U.S. District Court Southern District of Illinois
- U.S. Court of Appeals 8th Circuit
Professional Associations
- The Missouri Bar
- The Illinois Bar
- Bar Association of Metropolitan St. Louis
Pro-Bono Activities
- Ektrepho Board of Directors, 2024-Present
Honors
- Missouri Lawyers Weekly Up & Coming Honoree, 2021
- Super Lawyers Rising Star, 2024
- Super Lawyers Rising Star, 2025
- Best Lawyers in America: Ones to Watch, 2025
Employment
- Keane Law LLC, 2022-2025
- Stanton Barton LLC, 2019-2022
- The Simon Law Firm, Clerk, 2018-2019

