Sheila G. Passenant

Sheila G. Passenant

4.0
Rating: 8.6

Licensed for 36 years

Family Lawyer at Charlotte, NC
Practice Areas: Family, Divorce & Separation, Child Custody

8832 Blakeney Professional Dr., Charlotte, NC

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Licenses

Licensed in South Carolina for 8 years

State: South Carolina

Acquired: 2017

Good Standing

No misconduct found

Licensed in North Carolina for 26 years

State: North Carolina

Acquired: 1999

Active

No misconduct found

Licensed in New York for 36 years

State: New York

Acquired: 1989

Currently Registered

No misconduct found

Licensed in New Jersey for 36 years

State: New Jersey

Acquired: 1989

Resigned Without Prejudice

No misconduct found

Location

Passenant & Shearin Law

8832 Blakeney Professional Dr., Charlotte, NC, 28277

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Sheila G. Passenant's Reviews

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4.0 /5.0

18 Client Reviews

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Posted by Catherine | June 17, 2014 | Divorce & Separation

Would Highly Recommend! Great Firm!

I would highly recommend Sheila Passenant and Kristen Shearin for representation. Sheila and Kristens' professionalism, exceptional knowledge, resourcefulness, along with their compassion and sensitivity to the difficult nature of divorce truly sets them apart. They counseled, guided, and made sure... I was in complete understanding of all aspects of my case. I truly feel they were fearless in their defense of me and had complete faith that they always had my best interest at heart. What I never expected to find in my attorneys were partners in my journey. They coached me on how to re-invent my new life and steps to take to best cope and navigate through my challenges. I will forever be grateful to Sheila and Kristen for not only standing beside me at the toughest time in my life, but holding me up when needed. They are not only incredible attorneys but beautiful and gracious people.

Posted by Brittney | June 08, 2014 | Family

So helpful! Would recommend to anyone!

I have recommend Passenant & Shearin Law to all of my friends & family as I am that impressed & satisfied. I would recommend them to anyone needing help in any Family Law case issue. All of the attorney’s there are very friendly & professional. They take the time to learn about you & your special cas...e. They stay on top of everything & always respond in such a timely manner. They are the best thing to have happened to me & my children. They have worked with me every step of the way & I have felt completely satisfied & relaxed. They helped take all of the extra stress away & put it in their own hands to handle for me. Not only is this firm highly experienced with Family Law, they also took the time to recommend therapists & other places me & my children could go to help with my divorce process. My family & I are very grateful we found them.  - Brittney

Posted by Joseph | May 27, 2014 | Divorce & Separation

Couldn't be more satisfied!

I came to Sheila for help during a very turbulent time in my life and she did everything in her power to help me through the divorce process. Thanks to Sheila's efforts I was awarded primary custody of my son and for this I will be forever grateful. She was both knowledgable and responsive allowing ...us to be more prepared than I thought possible. This in combination with the confidence she exhibited in the court room left me feeling that I had chosen one of if not the best family law attorney the area has to offer. My ex-wife went through multiple attorneys throughout the process while Sheila's knowledge and diligence kept us a step ahead. A consummate professional that I would recommend to anyone looking for a divorce lawyer.

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Sheila G. Passenant's Lawyer Endorsements

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Brione Pattison

Family lawyer | Nov 07

Relationship: Co-worker

"I have had the privilege of working with Sheila for over 8 years, first as a client and now as a co-worker. In handling my own family law case, Sheila was professional and diligent in making sure my rights, and my children's best interests were protected. She is a strong advocate for her clients."

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Ali Miller

Family lawyer | Nov 03

Relationship: Worked for lawyer

"I endorse this lawyer. I have worked with Sheila for over five years. She works very hard for her clients, keeps them informed of what is going on in their cases, and is a great advocate."

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Lynelle Morgan

Family lawyer | Nov 03

Relationship: Co-worker

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Kristen Shearin

Family lawyer | Jul 11

Relationship: Co-worker

"Sheila Passenant is a highly experienced attorney. She is a proficient negotiator and mediator and does her best to settle her client's cases quickly and fairly. When settlement is not possible, Sheila is an excellent litigator with over 20 years of courtroom experience. I would recommend her to anyone looking to hire a family law attorney in Mecklenburg or Union County."

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Ashley Bonomini

Family lawyer | Jul 11

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Zachary Jackson

Family lawyer | Jul 03

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"Sheila Passenant is an exceptional attorney. Her knowledge and experience with family law is astounding."

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Experience

Rating:  8.6 (Excellent)

Honors

2016

Commitment to Justice Award, Safe Alliance

2016

Legal Elite, Business North Carolina

2014

Board Certified Specialist - Family Law, North Carolina State Bar

2013

Commitment to Justice Award, Safe Alliance

2012

Commitment to Justice Award, United Family Services

2009

Recipient of Women's Impact Fund Grant, United Family Services

Work Experience

2013 - Present

Partner, Passenant & Shearin Law

Associations

1999 - Present

North Carolina Bar Association

Family Law Section

1999 - Present

Mecklenburg County Bar Association

Family Law Section

North Carolina Bar Association

Domestic Violence Committee

Parent Coordinator Committee

Member

North Carolina Association of Women Attorneys

Member

Mecklenburg County Bar Association

Fee Dispute Committee

Mecklenburg County Collaborative Law Group

Member

North Carolina Bar Association

Candidate Review Committee

Education

1989

Brooklyn Law School

JD - Juris Doctor

1985

University of Scranton

BA - Bachelor of Arts

N/A

Board Certified Family Law Specialist

N/A

State Certified Permanency Mediatior

N/A

Certified Parent Coordinator

Speaking Engagements

N/A

United Family Services Domestic Violence Legal Representation Project

Presenter and Coordinator

N/A

Council for Children's Rights

Presenter and Staff Attorney

Publications

2000

Fourth Court Circle of Appeals Hague Convention Case published opinion, Miller v. Miller

N/A

For The Legal Representation Project Training Manual

N/A

"Family Law Boot Camp" CLE Program Training Manual

Languages

English

Activity

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