Tanisha M. Gates

Tanisha M. Gates is an of-counsel attorney at Vallrie Dorsey Law in Greenwood, Mississippi. She represents clients in personal injury, criminal law, and civil litigation matters. Her practice involves helping injured individuals pursue claims, defending people facing criminal accusations, and handling disputes that may require negotiation or courtroom advocacy. Gates brings practical legal experience to matters that affect clients’ rights, finances, and personal well-being.

Gates earned her J.D. from Southern University Law Center in 2005 after receiving a B.A. from Tougaloo College in 2002. Her legal education provided a foundation in case analysis, persuasive advocacy, and the careful evaluation of evidence and legal issues. This training supports her ability to assess claims and defenses, explain available options, and guide clients through litigation and other legal proceedings with clear, organized advice.

Admitted to the Mississippi Bar in 2006, Gates has developed broad experience across civil and criminal matters. She handles personal injury claims, criminal cases, and civil litigation, allowing her to address disputes from several practical perspectives. Her work may involve reviewing records, evaluating liability, preparing legal arguments, negotiating with opposing parties, and representing clients as cases move through the court system.

Tanisha M. Gates is a member of the Mississippi Bar Association, National Bar Association, and Magnolia Bar Association. Her professional background reflects a commitment to client service across matters that often carry serious personal and financial consequences. By combining litigation experience with practical communication, she helps clients understand the legal process, evaluate risks, and pursue informed solutions in personal injury, criminal law, and civil disputes.

Law Office Affiliations

• Of Counsel Attorney, Vallrie Dorsey Law PLLC
• Member, Mississippi Bar Association
• Member, National Bar Association
• Member, Magnolia Bar Association

Licensed State

• Mississippi

Education

• Southern University Law Center
  Juris Doctor (JD)
• Tougaloo College
  Bachelors of Arts (BA)

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