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Sheri Tomblin Lake
About Sheri
Biography
Sheri T. Lake has practiced family law exclusively for 25 years. She began her legal career as law clerk to the Honorable Michael E. Hancock, Superior Court of DeKalb County where she gained valuable insight into the court system and its consideration of family law matters. Thereafter, Sheri worked for some of the most prestigious family law firms in the Atlanta, Georgia area before venturing out to build her own practice with her partner in 2013. Today, Sheri has a solo practice providing her with the opportunity to continue representing individuals in family law matters and to also provide services as a mediator in the same types of cases. She was recognized in 2006 & 2007 as a Super Lawyers® Georgia Rising Star, in 2013 & 2015 as a Georgia Trend Legal Elite, and in 2018 through 2025 as one of an elite group Georgia Super Lawyers®. Sheri has lectured to other members of the State Bar of Georgia and nationally on issues related to family law, custody, child support, social media discovery and admissibility, prenuptial and post-nuptial agreements and financial settlements. In addition to representing parties to a family law dispute, Sheri is also frequently appointed to represent the best interests of children involved in such disputes as a Guardian ad litem.
Sheri loves to travel all over the world as often as possible, and in between trips resides in Atlanta, Georgia with her husband and two boys.
Practice Areas
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Practice Areas
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Licensed in Georgia for 28 years
State: Georgia
Acquired: 1997
No misconduct found
Licensed in California for 20 years
State: California
Acquired: 2005
No misconduct found
Location
Sheri Lake
P.O. Box 49345, Atlanta, GA, 30359
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Showing 1 - 2 of 2 reviews | Communication Style
Posted by Evia | October 26, 2015 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation
Great Attorney
After dealing with an inadequate attorney during my divorce, I decided to consult with Sheri, based on the reviews of her former clients. I was able to see her within a couple of days. After firing my former attorney and spending a few weeks of trying to get results on my own, I had to contact Sheri ...
Posted by Zoya | February 04, 2015 | Divorce & Separation
Made me feel confident in the positive outcome
Divorce is a difficult time for anybody. Having a professional like Sheri by my side made feel confident in a positive outcome through a prolonged divorce and a child custody battle. In addition to the solid knowledge of the family law and an extensive network of legal and other support professiona...
Sheri Tomblin Lake's Lawyer Endorsements
"Sheri is a dedicated lawyer with the knowledge base and judgment to serve her family law clients well."
"Sheri is one of those lawyers that I am always glad to hear her name on the opposite side of a case. She is knowledgeable, professional, responsive, and a great advocate for her clients. She is well-liked by both the family bar and bench. I highly endorse her."
"I had the pleasure of working with and learning from Sheri Lake. She is a skilled attorney who finds creative ways to resolve her client's cases. She knows the law and the court system well, and is a brilliant legal strategist. You will be in good hands with Sheri (and her firm)."
"I endorse this lawyer and would recommend her without reservation. She knows the law, is very skilled, and is a person of great judgment and character."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"I endorse Sheri. She is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community."
"I endorse this lawyer's work."
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Experience
Honors
2025
Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers
2024
Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers
2023
Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers
2022
Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers
2021
Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers
2020
"SuperLawyers®", "SuperLawyers®"
2019
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2018
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2015
Legal Elite, Georgia Trend Magazine
2013
Legal Elite, Georgia Trend Magazine
2007
Rising Star, Super Lawyers Magazine
2006
Rising Stars, Super Lawyers Magazine
Work Experience
2020 - Present
Owner, Sheri Lake Law LLC
2020 - Present
Georgia Registered Domestic Mediator, Lake Mediation
2013 - 2020
Partner, Smith & Lake LLC
2012 - 2013
Of Counsel, Boyd Collar Nolen & Tuggle
2011 - 2012
Of Counsel, Vanlanduyt Giles LLC
2004 - 2008
Associate, Kessler & Solomiany
2003 - 2004
Staff Attorney, Gibson, Dunn & Crutcher, LLP
2000 - 2002
Associate, Lawler Green Prinz & Gleklen
1999 - 2000
Staff Attorney, Superior Court of Dekalb County
Associations
2015 - Present
Charles Longstreet Weltner Family Law American Inn of CourtBarrister
2014 - Present
Lawyers Club of AtlantaMember
2011 - Present
DeKalb County Bar Association, Family Law SectionMember
2005 - Present
State Bar of CaliforniaMember
2000 - Present
Atlanta Bar AssociationMember
1997 - Present
State Bar of GeorgiaMember
Sample of Legal Cases
Brawner v. Miller
Trial court award of custody to grandfather was affirmed.
Gowins v. Gary, 288 Ga. App. 409 (2007)
The appellate court held that the trial court had erred in reducing mother's child support on multiple grounds but upheld one possible ground and remanded the case for reconsideration.
Education
1997
Georgia State University College of Law
Doctor of Law (JD)
1990
Georgia State University
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2025
Tropical CLE Seminar
Hot Topics in Family Law
2022
2022 Tropical Seminar
Georgia's Equitable Caregiver Act
2019
37th Annual Family Law Institute
The Impact of Childhood Trauma and Other Mental Health Issues
2019
29th Annual Tropical Seminar
Third Party Custody and Visitation of Children
2018
Not Your Every Day Custody Case: Advanced Issues Facing Custody Litigators and Guardians Ad Litem
The Profound Challenge of Childhood Trauma
2018
AVLF Guardian ad Litem Training
Role Play: Cross-Examination of Guardian ad Litem and Discussion
2017
Nuts and Bolts of Family Law - Savannah
Tips for Successfully Working with a Guardian Ad Litem
2017
Not Your Everday Custody Case
The Rules Governing Custody Claims by Third Parties
2017
27th Annual Tropical Seminar
The Discoverability and Admissibility of Electronic Communications and Social Media
2016
Financial Topics In Family Law
Mock Deposition of a Financial Expert
2016
26th Annual Tropical Seminar
Prenuptial Agreements: How to Protect Your Assets When You Marry
2015
Evidentiary Challenges in Divorce Cases: From Writings and Photos to Text Messages and Social Media CLE Webinar
Evidentiary Challenges in Divorce Cases
2015
25th Annual Tropical Seminar
“The Impact of Cheating & Drinking in Family Law Cases: Does it Really Matter?”
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers