Sheri Tomblin Lake

Frightened and disoriented from my marital separation, I needed a lawyer who would patiently guide me through the process of my divorce and get the results I wanted for my settlement. Sheri did both and was efficient, steadfast, and smart. I never doubted the course of our case because Sheri gave m...e realistic knowledge and expectations based on her years of experience in family law. Sheri approached my case with cautious confidence, and made me feel incredibly empowered, validated and hopeful despite many unknowns. In the end, we won my court case in arbitration, getting less than we asked, but more than we expected--which is pretty much an ideal outcome for divorce court. She had managed my expectations appropriately, didn't waste time and money, and truly felt like the ally I needed to settle my divorce. She has a clear understanding of how judges and opposing sides think, what to focus on, how to play up advantages, and where to avoid the landmines that could derail our case. Her advice and execution was excellent, and I appreciate her always keeping me abreast on her progress without running up my bills on excessive communications or procedures. I truly could not have asked for a better lawyer than Sheri Lake.

Sheri became my lawyer after about 10 years of working with a number attorneys in order to secure the safety of my three children and enforce the payment of ongoing support on their behalf. The case history was incredibly complex and cumbersome. Yet, Sheri quickly absorbed the abundance of case... information and got up to speed quickly. After spending thousands of dollars in the family court of Fulton county with previous attorneys , Sheri was quite efficient with my dollars on the front end. She was likable and had a disarming manner. She creatively suggested various possible courses of action, while at the same time remained mindful of the costs involved for each. She helped me understand my options and the risks involved. She consistently provided an honest assessment of my options, regardless of how it impacted my legal fees with her. Perhaps most importantly, she valued my depth of knowledge of my own case on the front end and thru out the process. She listened carefully and thoroughly, before jumping to conclusions and heading down an expensive road, without all the important details. She made me feel that we were on the same team and helped suggest ways I️ could reduce my legal fees and stills secure positive rulings. This allowed us to work successfully together and for me to feel honored in the process. In court, she displayed a high level of competency. She was organized and had a good rapport with the both the DeKalb and Fulton Courts. She presented my case thoroughly and clearly. She patiently answered my questions and considered my suggestions, even in court. Her ego did not get in the way of making an appropriate course correction, if needed. Her expertise in managing my case allowed us to secure rulings that finally provided for the long term safety of my children. I️ absolutely and most highly recommend Sheri Lake.

Sheri provided guidance through a contentious battle with an unreasonable spouse, but then every divorce that makes it to court would likely be described this way. She was adept at not only describing the law but gave the practical guidance and strategy that only comes with experience in a wide varie...ty of situations. The outcome that she predicted, the settlement that we proffered as our position, was exactly the outcome we got. She protected my daughter and assets very effectively and I never had to wait on her response to me on any issue.