John Tanner
About John Tanner
John Tanner serves as the Chief Legal Officer at CAC Specialty in Atlanta, Georgia, where he has worked since 2019. He has extensive legal experience, having held various positions in notable law firms and financial services over the past two decades.
Work at CAC Specialty
John Tanner has served as Chief Legal Officer at CAC Specialty since 2019. In this role, he oversees the policyholder recovery and claims advocacy units. He also holds supervisory responsibilities for compliance, contract and litigation management, and corporate governance within the organization. His position is based in Atlanta, Georgia, where he has contributed to the company's legal strategies and operational frameworks.
Previous Legal Experience
Prior to his current role, John Tanner accumulated extensive legal experience across several firms. He worked at Arnall Golden Gregory LLP as an Associate in Professional Liability from 1998 to 2000. He then joined Alston & Bird LLP, serving as a Senior Associate in Securities Litigation from 2000 to 2003. Tanner also held the position of Executive Vice President in the Financial Services Division at McGriff, Seibels & Williams from 2003 until 2019.
Education and Expertise
John Tanner earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in History and Political Science from Maryville College, where he studied from 1989 to 1993. He furthered his education at Georgia State University College of Law, obtaining a Doctor of Law (JD) degree between 1994 and 1997. His academic background provides a strong foundation for his legal expertise, particularly in compliance, litigation management, and corporate governance.
Career Development
John Tanner began his legal career at Swift, Currie, McGhee & Hiers, where he worked as an Associate in Litigation from 1997 to 1998. His diverse roles in various legal capacities have equipped him with a broad understanding of the legal landscape, particularly in areas related to professional liability, securities litigation, and financial services.