About Gene Brentley
Gene Brentley Tanner is a seasoned family law attorney based in Holly Springs, North Carolina. With over 19 years of legal experience, he has dedicated his practice primarily to family law matters. His expertise encompasses a range of issues, including divorce, child custody, child support, alimony, and military pension division orders. Since 2012, Brent has held the prestigious designation of board-certified specialist in family law, a recognition that shows his commitment to excellence in this field. Brent earned his Juris Doctor from the Norman Adrian Wiggins School of Law at Campbell University in 2007. Before embarking on his legal career, he obtained a Bachelor of Arts in Political Science from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill in 2004.
His educational background laid a solid foundation for his understanding of the complexities involved in family law. After being admitted to the North Carolina State Bar in 2007, he has maintained good standing, reflecting his adherence to professional standards and ethics. Active in the legal community, Brent is a member of several professional organizations. He participates in the Wake County Bar Association and the 10th Judicial District Bar, both of which provide networking and professional development opportunities. Additionally, he is involved in the Family Law Section of the North Carolina Bar Association and the Family Law Section of the American Bar Association. His commitment to these organizations demonstrates his dedication to staying current with legal trends and best practices in family law.
Brent's leadership roles within the legal community further highlight his commitment to service. He served as the Chairperson of the Military Committee for the American Bar Association's Family Law Section. His expertise in military divorce issues led to his appointment by the ABA's president to a two-year term with the Veterans Legal Services Initiative Commission. Currently, he holds the position of Chair of the Military and Veterans Law Section of the North Carolina Bar Association, having previously served as its Vice-Chair. These roles allow him to advocate for veterans and military families, ensuring their legal rights are protected. Brent's firm, Parker Bryan Family Law, operates multiple offices across North Carolina, including locations in Holly Springs, Fayetteville, and Raleigh.
This accessibility allows him to serve clients facing various family law challenges. The firm is well-equipped to handle complex cases, ranging from high-asset divorces involving intricate business valuations to military pension divisions. Throughout his career, Brent has garnered recognition for his expertise in military divorce issues and federal pension divisions. He has been named in North Carolina Super Lawyers and recognized as a Legal Elite in the area of family law by Business North Carolina, affirming his reputation as a leading attorney in his field.
