Tanganyika Gholston

Tanganyika Gholston

Nika Gholston Law β€’ Montgomery, AL
Estate PlanningGeneral PracticePersonal Injury

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Contact

Email
Phone
(334) 440-8702
Address
8428 Crossland Loop, Montgomery, AL, 36117, US

Professional

About

Tanganyika Gholston is the Founding and Managing Attorney at Nika Gholston Law, LLC (NGL), a distinguished legal practice located in Montgomery, AL, with an additional office in Atlanta, GA. With over 20 years of extensive experience in both counseling and litigation, Tanganyika is well-versed in navigating complex legal landscapes. Her expertise spans various areas, including Estate Planning and General Practice, where she is dedicated to helping clients secure their legacies and resolve their legal challenges with confidence. An Alabama native, Tanganyika earned her Bachelor of Science in Biology from Alabama A&M University in 2001, followed by her Juris Doctor from Cumberland School of Law, Samford University, in 2005. While at Cumberland, she honed her skills in alternative dispute resolution and was a key member of the National Mediation Team, achieving first place at the American Bar Association National Mediation Competition in Los Angeles, CA, in 2005. Her passion for mediation led her to represent the United States in the inaugural International Chamber of Commerce Mediation Competition in Paris, France. Before founding NGL in 2016, Tanganyika served as a Conciliation Specialist with the U.S. Department of Justice's Community Relations Service in Atlanta, GA. In this role, she played a pivotal part in addressing community conflicts related to race and national origin, contributing significantly to the Annual Assessment of Racial Tension submitted to the U.S. Attorney General and Congress. Beyond her legal practice, Tanganyika is an engaged member of the Alabama State Bar and the Georgia Bar Associations. She also dedicates her time to philanthropic efforts as a board member for Independent Rights and Resources, a nonprofit focused on empowering individuals with disabilities. With her deep-rooted commitment to justice and community service, Tanganyika Gholston continues to make a meaningful impact in the legal field and beyond.

About Estate Planning Law

Estate planning attorneys help individuals plan for the distribution of their assets and care during incapacity. They create wills, trusts, and other documents to protect families and minimize taxes. Common matters include wills, trusts, powers of attorney, healthcare directives.

Credentials

Education
2005 Samford University, Cumberland School of Law JD - Juris Doctor 2001 Alabama AandM University BS - Bachelor of Science
Languages
English

Recognition & Involvement

Awards
2025 Best of Alabama - Estate Planning Law Firm, Guide to Alabama 2005 First Place, National Mediation Competition, American Bar Association
Associations
2015 - Present Alabama State Bar Member 2015 - Present American Bar Association Fellow, Section of Family Law 2007 - Present State Bar of Georgia Member
Speaking
2025 National Business Institute, Live- Online Tax Issues in Probate Administration 2025 National Business Institute, Live - Online What are Irrevocable Trusts? - Types and Uses of Irrevocable Trusts
Updated: Mar 24, 2026