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 | Punctuality

Posted by Greg | July 11, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody

Custody case

So I met with Tara about a custody case and was told it would be 2500 for the entire case. She was not willing to take payments which I completely understand so I gave her a check for the full amount. Now after we had been to a couple of court dates she all of a sudden came up with I owe her another ...1000 or she won't be able to continue with the case. So I was upset but paid her anyway just to get things finished. So my final court date hearing comes and she doesn't show up and sends her partner Ms storm. Now Ms. Storm I would endorse because she did an excellent job but one of the things we agreed upon in the beginning was that we were going to have my son's last name changed. During the court proceedings the judge did agree and at the final hearing ms.storm had the defendant sign the paperwork to be filed. Ok so now I call to find out if the paper work was filed 3 months after our final court date and Tara wants to tell me that I allof a sudden owe her more money and that the name change is not part of the case. So now she's making up another fake bill after I paid the original 2500 and another 1000 on top of that. This is just crazy how unprofessional she is. Beware. She won't show up and shell charge more than she tells you knowing you can't do much in the middle of a case.

Tara Sharp

Replied last July 11, 2019

I’m sorry that you felt this way after helping you get sole physical custody. Your case was not a typical case and I said in the middle it would cost more because of that. On top of that I forgave $1000 off your bill due and then only requested $1000.00 additional to do a brand new name change case. We even prepped the paperwork without the payment. I wish the best for you and your son.

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

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 anonymous | March 05, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

The worst representative you could ever have

It took over a year to get divorced she never showed up to court but one time had different lawyer show up the judge chastise me for her not being there I was divorced before I got my things .But she was willing to take your money

Tara Sharp

Replied last March 05, 2018

I'm sorry, but I do not know who this is. I was out for health reasons in the last year, and my associate handled most of my work at that time. If you email me directly ([email protected]), I would like to speak to you about your experience and discuss ways to rectify this situation. I am very sorry that you felt that way as I do take pride in my work. Please contact me as I do want to discuss.

Posted by anonymous | October 13, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody

Custody case

Tara did not show up to the first show cause hearing back in 2016. She had another lawyer cover her. Nothing was accomplished throughout my custody case.. Tara passed me off to her associate which she really wasn’t that much help either. She agreed with the other parties recommendations.. I got know ...where after being promised i would.. Tara rescheduled her appointments with me 3 times before I met with her. I plan on calling the state bar association to make a complaint..

Tara Sharp

Replied last October 13, 2017

I am not sure who this is, but I would love to speak with you via telephone or email. I want to address any wrongs you may feel occurred and try to correct them. Please email me at [email protected] or 269-568-0721. Thank you.

Posted by anonymous | December 07, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Mediation

child custody and child support review

I used Tara on three occasions. First time she was late to the mediation and negotiated with the other party and in a separate room. The second time was not willing to negotiate on my behalf. The third was to file a motion that was paid for up front and had to call repeatedly the next two months to r...eceive it. When it was finally completed was not even the correct request. Now over a year later will not respond to email or phone calls.

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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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