Jonathan grew up in Lexington, Virginia. After finishing his law degree at Washington & Lee University School of Law, Jonathan worked as a Contract Negotiations Specialist and as a Financial Planner for a Fortune 500 company before starting Tarris Law in 2016. Since starting Tarris Law, Jonathan has litigated thousands of matters throughout Virginia from fatal trucking accidents to farm partitions among dozens of heirs. and has successfully appealed trial court rulings, even garnishing published opinions in the Virginia Court of Appeals. Many times Jonathan is able to avoid litigation altogether with proper planning and negotiations. He has formed dozens of trusts, LLCs and other business entities, providing them with the proper legal paperwork to avoid disputes among all stakeholders. His testimonials below demonstrate his exceptional care for his clients. For clients who did not have the proper paperwork and planning in place before contacting Tarris Law he has achieved successful settlements to avoid unnecessary and costly litigation in cases ranging from complex estates and divorces to personal injuries and contract disputes. Read about some of our cases under the respective practice area. In his spare time Jonathan enjoys spending time outdoors on family outings, doing home improvement projects and volunteering on a variety of community boards and commissions.

The Firm primarily represents clients in estate planning and business law. We pride ourselves on personal and responsible client-centered practice. We recognize that decisions concerning end-of-life matters can be daunting, and so we offer the easiest, most complete plans, making it more simple for the testator and for the executor. In business, the firm has deep experience in the telecommunications, entertainment and computer industries, with additional specific expertise in cellular telephone, government contracting, satellite, television and film rights, and software for telecom. We have a solid reputation for timely and reliable assistance, helping companies develop profitable and effective business strategies. Our offices are located in Staunton, Virginia. Through close affiliation with Fact Law-Business Group, located here and in Helsinki, Finland, the Firm represents European companies that are establishing or expanding operations in the United States, and offers corresponding legal advice on European Community business matters. Before establishing the Firm in 1994, Mr. Hauptle practiced with several law firms in the Washington, DC area, and with the Office of General Counsel for MCI Telecommunications Corporation, as a commercial litigator and business advisor. Mr. Hauptle is a graduate of Yale University, Marymount University, and the Washington College of Law at American University.