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Sharon Sayles Corsentino
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Biography
After gaining 13 years’ experience as a collaborative law divorce attorney, litigator and mediator with extensive experience representing families in Plano, Richardson, Frisco, Allen, McKinney, and Dallas in Texas courts, Sharon Corsentino made the decision to dedicate her practice exclusively to mediation. Sharon recognizes the value of taking a non-adversarial approach to family law matters, including divorce, child custody, and child support, to help parties maintain long-term relationships and keep children’s best interests at heart.
Sharon helps couples settle their disputes privately in a dignified manner, without involving a judge who could impose decisions on them that do not meet their needs. Recognizing the value of allowing parties to craft their own settlements to meet their specific needs, Sharon’s approach generally results in unique settlements that truly address the interests and concerns of all parties.
Sharon completed the 40-hour civil mediation and 24-hour family law mediation training in 2008 and regularly attends seminars and conferences focusing on alternative dispute resolution techniques. She is licensed to practice in Texas state courts, in the federal district courts for the Northern and Eastern Districts of Texas, and the Supreme Court of the United States.
Since 2014, Sharon has been an adjunct faculty member at the University of North Texas in Denton, Texas teaching family law mediation. Sharon was an adjunct professor in the Conflict Management and Dispute Resolution Program at El Centro College, a part of the Dallas County Community College District in Dallas, Texa
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Licensed in Texas for 22 years
State: Texas
Acquired: 2003
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Location
Sharon Corsentino Mediations, PLLC
Mailing address: 906 W. McDermott Drive, Suite 116-122, Allen, TX, 75013
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Posted by Amanda | August 18, 2018 | Hired Attorney
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Excellent Mediator
Our office has worked with Sharon several times over the past few years and there are many reasons why we keep working with her. Just this past week, she mediated and settled a case that opposing counsel and I thought would never settle- and she did it within a few hours. Sharon is enjoyable to work ...
Posted by Elizabeth | June 15, 2017 | Hired Attorney
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Excellent mediator
I have used Sharon as a mediator on a couple of cases now, and I couldn't be happier. She is professional, knowledgeable, and she gets the job done efficiently without being pushy. It is a pleasure to work with her, and I look forward to our next case together.
Posted by anonymous | August 4, 2016 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Divorced Dad
Ms. Corsentino is very smart, professional, and talented. Her rapport with the judges, lawyers, and mediators made it very obvious that she is well respected and reputable. My ex and her lawyer were very difficult and accusatory throughout the divorce process but Sharon always took the high road onl...
Posted by Ronda | April 8, 2016 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Highly Recommend
I was very pleased with Sharon and her team for their prompt follow-up and timeliness. She ensured all of my questions were answered and was even there for me from an empathetic standpoint. I appreciate her care and concern, her no-nonsense approach in the courtroom.
Posted by anonymous | December 17, 2015 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Bad situation - needed a miracle - she delivered
I can't say enough good things about Sharon and how she handled a very tough, highly contested, divorce and custody case. She was thoroughly prepared each and every time we went to court. Her calm presence helped diffuse several stressful situations that arose from the opposing counsel. I hope I n...
Sharon Sayles Corsentino's Lawyer Endorsements
"Sharon has mediated several matters with me, handling each matter with great skill and competence. She also maintains the utmost levels of class and quality my clients expect. Highly recommended."
"I highly endorse Sharon Corsentino. We have had a case opposite each other, and she worked hard to resolve tough issues. Sharon is a great negotiator who puts her client’s interests first."
"I endorse this lawyer. I worked with Sharon when she was the opposing counsel on a contentious case. I found Sharon to be knowledgeable and able to maintain her professionalism under very stressful circumstances. I highly recommend Sharon."
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"Sharon is a great litigator and and wonderful advocate for children."
"I endorse this lawyer. I have know Sharon for many years and have had cases against her. Sharon is a diligent attorney and a strong advocate for her clients without being disagreeable. I know that when I have a case with her, most likely matters will be resolved in a positive fashion without unecessary expense to our clients."
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"Sharon is a professional and knows how to properly evaluate and handle a case. She has an ability to rise above the minutia and lead a case to the proper resolution. She is confident in the courtroom, but realistic in her approach to prepare a case for trial."
"Sharon is a consummate professional who cares deeply about her clients, which is crucial given the nature of the area of her practice. She treats her clients as individuals and tailors her approach to suit their needs. She is very experienced in alternate dispute resolution, which can minimize costs and the length of a conflict. Sharon is an exceptionally qualified attorney and an asset to the profession."
"I endorse this lawyer. Sharon is an insightful practitioner who knows the law and the court system exceptionally well. She consistently brings focus, attention to detail, and professionalism to the table. Sharon is a credit to the profession of law."
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Experience
Honors
2019
Best Lawyers In Dallas - Alternative Dispute Resolution, D Magazine
2019
2019 Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers Magazine/Texas Monthly
2018
2018 Best Lawyers in Dallas - ADR Category, D Magazine
2018
2018 Super Lawyer, Texas Monthly Magazine/Super Lawyers Magazine
2017
2017 Super Lawyer, Texas Monthly Magazine / Super Lawyers
2016
2016 Super Lawyer, Texas Monthly / Super Lawyers Magazine
2015
2015 Super Lawyer, Texas Monthly Magazine / Super Lawyers
2014
2014 Super Lawyer, Texas Monthly Magazine / Super Lawyers
2013
2013 Rising Star, Texas Monthly / Super Lawyers Magazine
2012
2012 Rising Star, Texas Monthly / Super Lawyers Magazine
Work Experience
2016 - Present
Attorney Mediator, Sharon Corsentino Mediations, PLLC
2014 - Present
Partner, Albin Yates Balius Roach
2014 - Present
Adjunct Professor, University of North Texas
2012 - Present
Senior Associate, Albin Yates Balius Roach
2011 - 2012
Partner, Calhoun Pena Corsentino, P.C.
2004 - 2011
Senior Associate, Albin Harrison Roach
Associations
2019 - Present
Dallas Bar AssociationADR Section Secretary
2019 - Present
Denton County Bar Association, Family Law Section
2019 - Present
Texas Mediator Credentialing AssociationCredentialed Distinguished Mediator
2018 - Present
College of the State Bar of Texas
2017 - Present
Dallas Women Lawyers Association
2017 - Present
Texas Mediator Trainers RoundtableMember
2017 - Present
Texas Association of MediatorsMember
2015 - Present
Collin County Women Lawyers Association
2010 - Present
Collaborative Professionals of Dallas2015 President
State Bar of Texas
Member
Curt B. Henderson American Inn of Court
Collin County Bar Association
Member
2017 - 2017
Plano Chamber of CommerceWomen's Division Secretary
2016 - 2016
Plano Chamber of CommerceWomen's Division Treasurer
2012 - 2013
Empress ExchangeTreasurer
2010 - 2015
International Association of Collaborative Professionals
2004 - 2013
Collin County Young Lawyers Association.Member
Education
N/A
Washington University School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
N/A
University of Texas, Austin
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2019
Monthly meeting
Be Guided By Your Next Great Decision: Collaborative Law and Mediation
2019
Mediator Practicum Course
Mediator Panel
2019
Collaborative Law Section Monthly Meeting
Be Guided By Your Next Great Decision: Collaborative Law and Mediation
2019
Civilian Supervisor Series
Critical Thinking and Decision-Making
2019
Association of Attorney Mediators Fall Training
Building Your Mediation Practice From the Ground Up
2019
ADR Section Monthly Meeting
Best Practices in Mediation (moderator for roundtable)
2017
Peace & Justice Building Initiative - Kisumu, Kenya
Conflict and Conflict Resolution
2017
Family Law Mediation Course
Texas Family Code
2016
DCAP Mediation Training
Preparing for Mediation - Attorney and Mediator's Perspectives
2015
2015 Fall Semester
Family Law Mediation Course
2014
UNT/DCAP Mediation Training
Challenges in Mediation
2014
AFWA Monthly Meeting
Collaborative Law: An Overview for First Responders
2014
2014 Fall Semester - ADR Program
Family Law Mediation Course
2013
IACP Forum
The Art of the De-Brief
2013
Family Law Mediation
Texas Family Code
2012
Family Law Mediation Course
Texas Family Code
2012
Family Law Mediation
Texas Family Code
2011
Association's Monthly Meeting
Family Law Paralegals
2009
Association's Monthly Meeting
Using Investigators in Family Law Cases
Publications
2018
State Bar of Texas Family Law Section Winter Report
The Intersection of the Texas Citizen's Participation Act and Family Law
2018
Headnotes (Dallas Bar)
Trends in the Use of Online Dispute Resolution
Languages
German
English
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Answers
Q&A
Is it illegal for someone to pose as a social worker from CPS?
28 Jan 2016
Q&A
Is 50/50 custody possible in my case?
28 Jan 2016
Q&A
Is it possible to close a child support case if Medicaid is terminated?
25 Jan 2016