Tarrant, Gillies & Shems

Tarrant, Gillies & Shems is a full-service Vermont law firm founded in 1991, serving individuals, businesses, municipalities, and utilities. With over 115 years of combined experience, the firm handles real estate, regulatory, construction, and municipal matters at state and federal levels, offering trial, appellate, and transactional services.

About

Tarrant, Gillies & Shems is a full-service law firm based in Montpelier, Vermont, founded in 1991. The firm serves a diverse clientele, including individuals, municipalities, regulated utilities, businesses, non-profit organizations, and farms throughout Vermont.

The attorneys at Tarrant, Gillies & Shems bring over 115 years of combined private and governmental experience to their practice. This deep bench of experience allows the firm to handle matters ranging from straightforward real estate transactions to complex multi-part permit issues and strategic legal planning. The firm provides counsel at both the state and federal levels, offering trial and appellate services, transactional work, and regulatory advocacy.

The firm's practice areas reflect its commitment to serving Vermont's varied communities and industries. The team regularly represents clients in construction, manufacturing, energy production, and related sectors. In addition to business and regulatory matters, Tarrant, Gillies & Shems handles cases affecting municipal governance and individual rights.

The firm's approach centers on helping clients make informed decisions and protecting their interests through sound legal advocacy. Recognizing Vermont's long tradition of valuing capable representation—a principle rooted in the state's early legal and political history—the attorneys at Tarrant, Gillies & Shems emphasize the importance of strong legal guidance when clients face significant decisions or disputes.

Located in Vermont's capital city, the firm is positioned to serve clients across the state and to engage with state-level regulatory bodies and courts. The team remains active in high-profile matters affecting the public interest, including cases involving media access and government accountability.

Prospective clients can reach Tarrant, Gillies & Shems at (802) 223-1112 to discuss their legal needs.

Overview compiled from the firm's website