Tanner J. Fitz
PartnerTanner J. Fitz
Tanner is a native of Sioux Falls and a graduate of Lincoln High School. Tanner earned a Bachelor of Science degree from South Dakota State University, majoring in History and Political Science. Following graduation from South Dakota State University, Tanner continued his education and attended the University of South Dakota School of Law where he obtained his Juris Doctor in 2018. During law school, he was a member of the Trial Team and Alternative Dispute Resolution Board. He represented USD in both regional and national tournaments, and was named a finalist in the 2018 Regional Client Counseling Competition. Additionally, his trial team received accolades in Washington D.C., being awarded Best Use of Technology in the tournament.
Tanner held a summer internship with the Firm in 2017 and joined as an associate in 2018. Tanner’s practice focuses on Business Organizations and Transactions and Real Estate Law.
Tanner and his wife, Maddy, live in Sioux Falls with their twin girls and dog, Louie. When not at work, Tanner can be found on the bike trails, at the lake, or traveling.
Education
- South Dakota State University (B.S. in History and Political Science, 2014)
- University of South Dakota (Juris Doctor, 2018)
Admissions
- South Dakota (2018)
- United States District Court for the District of South Dakota (2018)
Memberships
- American Bar Association
- South Dakota Bar Association
Areas of Practice
- Business Organizations & Transactions
- Real Estate Law
- Banking & Financial Services Law
- Telecommunications, Utilities & Energy Law
Community
- Furniture Mission Board
- Sioux Empire United Way Campaign Cabinet, Division Chair
- Sioux Falls Young Professionals Network
- South Dakota Special Olympics, Coach (2019-2020)
Recent Articles & News
Fitz Named Partner
Cutler Law Firm, LLP attorney Tanner Fitz has been named a Partner with the firm as of January 1, 2025. Tanner is a native of Sioux Falls and a graduate of Lincoln High School. Tanner earned a Bachelor of Science degree from South Dakota State University, majoring in...
At Sturgis or on the Road: Does Your Insurance Coverage Do Enough to Protect You?
By Brendan (Bo) F. Pons and Michael D. Bornitz The Sturgis Motorcycle Rally is meant to be a festive week of riding motorcycles, attending concerts, shopping, and having an all-around fun time. No one goes to Sturgis expecting to get into a motorcycle collision or...
Fitz Judges Client Counseling Competition
Cutler Law Firm, LLP Associate, Tanner Fitz, recently volunteered as a judge at the annual University of South Dakota School of Law 1L Client Counseling Competition. Attorneys in the area are asked to judge the competition and provide feedback to the first-year law...
Fitz joins Cutler Law Firm
Tanner J. Fitz, recently joined Cutler Law Firm, LLP as an associate attorney. Fitz, a native of Sioux Falls, South Dakota, attended South Dakota State University where he earned his BS in History and Political Science. Following graduation, he continued his education...
Cutler Law Firm Obtains Major Jury Verdict
On February 22, 2018, a rural South Dakota jury returned a $900,000.00 verdict for Cutler Law Firm, LLP Attorneys Michael Bornitz and Sam Krystosek and their client in a car collision lawsuit. The plaintiff, a construction contractor, was injured when a commercial...
Cutler Law Firm Prevails at South Dakota Supreme Court
Cutler Law Firm, LLP attorneys Kent Cutler, Mike Bornitz and Kim Wassink were successful in challenging the circuit court’s decision in Stern Oil Company, Inc. v. James Brown d/b/a Exxon Goode to Go and Freeway Mobil. The case involved a breach of contract action...
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