Tara Lyn Sharp

Tara Lyn Sharp

4.4
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 16 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at Kalamazoo, MI
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Family

6312 W. Main St., Kalamazoo, MI

About Tara

Biography

Practice Areas

2

Practice Areas

Criminal Defense 50%

If you’ve been charged with a crime, you may not know where to turn for help. The criminal justice system can be intimidating, and attempting to navigate it alone is risky without an experienced Attorney. You'll need Attorney Sharp on your side.

9 years

50%
Family 50%

Issues in family law can affect any family. Regardless of the family law issue you face, one of the most important decisions you can make at this time is the lawyer you hire to represent you. Let Attorney Sharp help you and your family. Call today.

9 years

50%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 30 minutes

Retainer

Sometimes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Michigan for 16 years

State: Michigan

Acquired: 2009

Active in Good Standing

No misconduct found

Licensed in Pennsylvania for 15 years

State: Pennsylvania

Acquired: 2010

Administrative Suspension

No misconduct found

Location

Sharp & Associates Law Firm

6312 W. Main St., Kalamazoo, MI, 49009

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Tara Lyn Sharp's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.4 /5.0

55 Client Reviews

Showing 1 - 5 of 5 reviews | Child Support

Posted by anonymous | September 25, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Child Support

Shitty Lawyer

Hired her to get custody of my daughter and get child support from her mom that she ran away to. We didn’t even go to court we settled and got 50/50 which was what was already in place before because her mom and me we never married. She sucks.

Posted by Brad | June 22, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Child Support

Very Fair and Knowledgable

Tara, was wonderful from beginning to end. From our first interaction with her she was very thorough and made sure to get the whole story and all the information to help me with my Child Support case. She was very compassionate to my situation. She represented me very well in court and the proceeding...s were just as she had explained they would be. The first attorney I had hired was not nearly as thorough and ended in a poor result. Tara was able to get that all turned around. Her service did not end at that time, she continued following through on the case and updated with the courts every time there were changes that would benefit my situation. Tara has been wonderful and I would not hesitate recommending her to anyone.

Posted by anonymous | March 27, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Child Support

Child custody

I hired Tara back in 2016. It was an already a battle just to see my child through my ex.. when I met Tara she seemed great but by the time my first court date arrived, Tara did not show up to court. There was another attorney who did not know my case.. it got adjourned.. on multiple occasions nothin...g was resolved. Her partner Alisha storm was briefed but yet again on numerous occasions nothing was ever resolved.. so I never got anything that was promised on numerous occasions than child support was brought up.. I have to pay child support for my child that I never see.. my ex does not follow the court order.. so out of all of this nothing was resolved.. through numerous counceling sessions still nothing. I fought and fought for my child and non of the evidence i had was never used.. I would not recommend Tara as an attorney.

Posted by edward | April 13, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Child Support

Got me my son and no child support

Ms Sharp was extremely professional and caring from start to finish with my tough case. She fought to get me time with my son AND made it so i didn't have to pay child support even though i was told by others that that wouldn't happen. Ms Sharp cares a lot about her clients and i have referred people... to her. Anyone wanting the best attorney without breaking the bank with unfair charges should contact Ms Sharp

Posted by Tim | February 11, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Child Support

A lawyer who honestly cares about YOU.

Tara is more than a lawyer, she is someone who honestly cares for her clients. She is always there to help you legally and reassuringly. I've never worked with a lawyer who cares like Tara does. No matter your situation she will find a way to make the process easier for you. When I first met Tara I w...as impressed. She actually listened to me before going on about how she could help. Other lawyers I went to wanted just the facts and nothing else. But Tara wanted the whole story so she could fully understand my situation and how I felt. Then she explained everything to me, my options, and what would happen and she would explain it again patiently and with a smile when I didn't understand lol. When I told her exactly what I wanted she pointed out a couple other things and options available but never tried to tell me I should do this or that. She let me make up my own mind. She always reassured me, always put me at ease, and even made me smile and laugh a couple times when I was frustrated. I was trying to get main custody of 1 of my twin boys. My case took much longer than it should have (circumstances beyond Tara's control) but it is finally over and she got me the exact results she promised she would when we first met. I got main custody of my son and no longer have to pay any Child Support. Saying Tara is a lawyer doesn't do her justice. Tara is a Person, a Freind, someone who will take you in and protect you and fight for you. She doesn't fight simply because she is paid, she fights because she honestly cares about YOU.

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Tara Lyn Sharp's Lawyer Endorsements

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Benjamin Norg

Family lawyer | Mar 10

Relationship: Co-worker

"Tara is an excellent attorney and well respected in the community. Her passion for helping others is perfectly matched by her expertise in law. I'm honored to endorse this lawyer."

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Alicia Storm

Family lawyer | Dec 05

Relationship: Worked for lawyer

"I endorse this lawyer because she is caring, prepared, and honest."

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Samuel Silverman

Family lawyer | Jun 08

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Attorney Sharp is excellent, very helpful, and accessible. I endorse her 100%."

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Ravi Gurumurthy

Unknown lawyer | Feb 23

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Gary Gabry

Family lawyer | Jan 27

Relationship: Co-worker

"Ms. Sharp is committed to achieving the best possible result for her clients, She is approachable and takes the time to know her clients and their needs. Her tenacity as an advocate is well respected in the legal community."

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Becket Jones

Family lawyer | Jan 27

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse Attorney Sharp. I have come to know Ms. Sharp since starting practice a few years back and have seen her in action in several family court and criminal matters in Kalamazoo County. Every time I have seen her in court she has been thoroughly prepared, and moreover appears to retain positive professional relationships with her clients. I have had no issue referring her matters in the past, and would have no issue referring her family court matters in the future. She is an asset to the profession, her clients, and the local legal community."

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Aaron Boria

Estate planning lawyer | Jan 27

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Ms. Sharp is a phenomenal lawyer with attention to detail. I am happy to provide her with an endorsement."

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Jared Austin

Unknown lawyer | Jan 27

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I've known Tara since law school. Her passion combined with intelligence, drive, and work ethic will be an asset to any client. I endorse this lawyer."

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Reid Felsing

Criminal defense lawyer | Jan 27

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Tara is professional, trustworthy, and reliable. I have known her for many years and have referred work to her. One of those referrals raved about her representation and service. I endorse this lawyer."

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Bryce Fetter

Criminal defense lawyer | Oct 02

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Alexander Benikov

Criminal defense lawyer | Jul 03

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. I know Ms. Sharp works hard for her clients. She understands the law and does all she can for her clients."

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Jeffrey Skiendziul

Unknown lawyer | Jun 02

Relationship: Friend

"I find Ms. Sharp to be genuinely compassionate for the clients she represnts. Ms. Sharp's star is on the rise and any client would be very fortunate to be represented by such an upstanding young woman like her in or out of a courtroom."

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Sarah Bolen

Probate lawyer

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Alexis Runowski

Criminal defense lawyer

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Corey Volmering

Divorce and separation lawyer

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Alicia Storm

Divorce and separation lawyer

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Jeffrey Skiendziul

Criminal defense lawyer

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Gary Gabry

Criminal defense lawyer

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Aaron Boria

Criminal defense lawyer

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Jared Austin

Criminal defense lawyer

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Becket Jones

Criminal defense lawyer

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Maria House

General practice lawyer

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Alexander Benikov

Unknown lawyer

Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2021

Top 10 Attorney, America's Best Advocates

2019

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2018

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2016

10 Best Under 40, American Institute of Family Law Attorneys

2016

Top 40 Lawyers Under 40, American Society of Legal Advocates

2016

Top 10 Attorneys Under 40, National Academy Of Family Law Attorneys

2015

10 Best Under 40, American Institute of Family Law Attorneys

2015

Top 40 Lawyers Under 40, American Society of Legal Advocates

2015

Premier 100 Designation, American Academy of Trial Attorneys

2015

Top 10 Attorneys Under 40, National Academy Of Family Law Attorneys

Work Experience

2016 - Present

Owner/Attorney, Sharp & Associates Law Firm

2009 - 2016

Partner, Sharp & Gabry, PLLC

Associations

2009 - Present

Kalamazoo County Bar Association

Member

2009 - Present

Kalamazoo County Family Law Bar Association

Member

2009 - Present

Federal Bar Association

Member

Education

2009

Thomas M. Cooley Law School

JD - Juris Doctor

2006

Western Michigan University

BS - Bachelor of Science

Languages

English

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