Sharon Malchar Easley

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Sharon Malchar Easley

also known as Mediation Centers of America, Divorce Mediation Centers of America

4.5
Rating: 8.2

Licensed for 37 years

Mediation Lawyer at Mckinney, TX
Practice Areas: Mediation, Child Custody, Divorce & Separation ... +2 more

5900 S. Lake Forest Drive, Suite 200, Mckinney, TX

About Sharon

Biography

We are lawyers who care enough to fight for our clients. Call today for a free consultation.

We have been handling high conflict custody cases for over 15 years in all of the North Texas area.

If possible, mediate-don't litigate!! We know how to settle cases!!

Practice Areas

5

Practice Areas

Mediation 40%

34 years

40%
Child Custody 30%

37 years

30%
Child Support 10%

10%
Divorce and Separation 10%

37 years

10%
Family 10%

10%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Hourly Rates

$ 200-400 per hour


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

Licenses

Licensed in Texas for 37 years

State: Texas

Acquired: 1988

Eligible to Practice in Texas

Lawyer disciplined by state licensing authority in 2018

Licensed in Oklahoma for 36 years

State: Oklahoma

Acquired: 1989

Retired

Location

Divorce Mediation Centers of America

5900 S. Lake Forest Drive, Suite 200, Mckinney, TX, 75070

divorcemediationcentersofamerica.com/

Online Presence

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Sharon Malchar Easley's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.5 /5.0

17 Client Reviews

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Posted by Lauren | August 10, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Family

Life changing

Y’all I cannot speak highly enough of Sharon Easley and her team. We weren’t expecting this to go to the level it did. With my ex showing up pretty much last minute ( thought it wouldn’t be contested), Sharon worked diligently to pull out all the stops and work hard to protect my daughter. She took t...he other side off guard, having Information available that took this case to another level. She OWNED the courtroom and put the other side to shame. This woman has been changing lives for 25 years and I can see why. This might sound minimal. A simple name change. It was anything but. The complexity with a minor requesting a chance is not an easy feat. She went against the grain and spoke to my child who wanted to testify. This apparently is not common / allowed with these arguments. She had faith in my child and explained to the judge why she felt Kay would be able to articulate herself and the more than generous judge allowed for it. Again- not something typical at all. With Sharon’s confidence, intelligence and experience, she left the other side grasping at straws and visibly losing their composure. It was comparable to a cheetah taking down a baby gazelle. If you’re looking for someone willing to take unconventional chances to make changes in the standard family law outcome- call Sharon. She’s a beast and she wins. She’s willing to do what others won’t, to achieve what others don’t. I’m grateful for her, and she’s been a crucial part in teaching- and allowing my child to speak up against those who wrong her and giving her a rare opportunity to prove one should always act against what’s wrong. Allowing her to prevail in the end. We made changes today and it’s because she had faith in a Childs voice and took the leap of faith needed to offer my child a brighter future. Thank you Sharon. We will never be able to express just how much you’ve impacted our lives.

Posted by anonymous | June 21, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

I appreciate Sharon so much.

I've dealt with lawyers who really couldn't care less about supporting their clients and Sharon Easley is not one of them. You may not speak with her everyday but you can trust she is on your case. These things take time. Sharon is extremely knowledgeable in her field and will represent you fairly. H...onesty is the best policy. If a client isn't upfront and is hiding stuff, you can bet they won't get a fair deal. I've hired Sharon to represent me and have every confidence that she will be the reason we walk away from our situation victorious. She's easy to speak with and very understanding. Sharon has given me the confidence to believe everything will be alright and I can relax.

Posted by Edward | July 30, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Business

Sharon Easley an ethical and excellent attorney

I have know Ms Easley for 15 years and have utilized her services in business as well as domestic issues. Sharon is the most ethical and effective attorney of which I have ever been in contact. As a small business owner that sells to retail outlets, I have had several issues that required consultat...ion and representation with her to include divorce cases from members of my family or friends. I recommend Sharon for any case in which she feels she is qualified. Most of the judges in this area know that when Sharon takes a case, especially where children are involved that she will not move forward unless it is in the best interest of the child. Therefore going into the courtroom that awareness is there. I have several friends that are either present or retired judges and to a person they respect Sharon and will be the first to admit that if a negative post appears regarding her it is probably from a client or lawyer that was at the opposing table in the courtroom. Her fees are very reasonable and results oriented.

Posted by RON | March 10, 2015 | Business

Spectacular Attoney !

Sharon Easley represented me and my company in a business deal. The other side did not even have a chance. Sharon is a bulldog that doesn't give up the fight for what's right for her clients. Her steadfast knowledge of courtroom proceedings and protocol was very comforting. She is the heavyweigh...t attorney you always wanted to walk into court with.

Posted by Tom | December 18, 2014 | Divorce & Separation

Sharon Easley is a very determined, knowledgeable and competent attorney!!

I just read the review that was posted a few days ago in which the purported former client rated Ms. Easley as poor and said that she is unreliable and unethical. Because of my own very different view of Ms. Easley's competency as an attorney, I want to share my experience here so those looking for ...a lawyer who will fight very persistently for them, particularly in connection with their children, will seek her out. Ms. Easley has represented me in numerous matters for over 20 years. In each case, not all of which were family related matters, Sharon fought doggedly and effectively to achieve the best possible result for my situation. Her fees were reasonable, in fact, far less than fees charged by other lawyers who have represented me in similar situations. She was also very available to discuss her charges and thoroughly explain the need for the particular service in my case. Because of my high regard for her in business matters, I retained her to represent me in my own divorce, which she did very effectively. Most recently, I hired her on behalf of my son in a custody dispute over his then 3 year old daughter. The case lingered for 4 years. Throughout that time, she continually advised my son as to what he needed to do to have the best chance of being awarded custody of his daughter. She stood by him when he was falsely accused of being physically abusive toward the mother. She guided him through the investigation when the mother falsely accused him of molesting his daughter. Eventually, she was able to prove that the mother's boyfriend--not my son--was the guilty party. But for her perseverance and competent representation, my son would not have custody of his daughter today. Those of us who watched her in the courtroom and listened to her as she comforted my son had a hard time reconciling both sides of her style. In the courtroom, she is tough, effective, direct, and a bulldog. When she was out of the courtroom and helping my son deal with his emotions, she was soft, comforting, encouraging and supportive. I can't imagine an attorney doing a better job for her client than she did for my son and than she has done for me throughout the years. I recommend Ms. Easley strongly to anyone who wants an attorney who will fight very hard to achieve the client's goal and, in family law matters, do so with the best interest of the child or children guiding her at every step.

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Experience

Rating:  8.2 (Excellent)

Professional misconduct

This lawyer was disciplined by a state licensing authority in 2018.

Public Reprimand issued in TX, 2018

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Honors

2021

Divorce & Family Law, Elite Lawyer

2000

American Business Woman of the Year, American Business Woman's Association

1999

Meritorious Service Award, City of Plano Civil Service Commission

1998

Hero of Hope, Child Advocacy Center of Collin County

1986

American Jurisprudence Award for Criminal Procedure, University of Oklahoma College of Law

Work Experience

2015 - Present

Associate Professor, Collin College

1988 - Present

Owner, Easley Law Group

1988 - Present

Owner, Divorce Mediation Centers of America

1997 - 2012

Shareholder, Easley & Marquis, PLLC

1991 - 1992

Associate Attorney, John McFall & Associates

1989 - 1991

Associate Attorney, Johnston & Budner

1988 - 1989

Associate Attorney, Moore & Peterson

Associations

1994 - Present

Collin County Bench Bar Foundation

Fellow

1992 - Present

Collin County Bar Association

Member

1992 - Present

Plano Chamber of Commerce

Member

1992 - Present

Plano Bar Association

Member

1990 - Present

United States District Court for the Southern Dist

Member

1988 - Present

United States District Court for the Northern Dist

Member

2008 - 2009

Collin County Bar Association

President

2007 - 2008

Collin County Bar Association

President-Elect

2006 - 2009

The Turning Point Rape Crisis Center

Board Member and Fundraising Chair

2006 - 2007

Collin County Bar Association

Secretary

2005 - 2006

Plano Chamber of Commerce

Director

2005 - 2006

Collin County Bar Association

Director

2000 - 2006

Plano Chamber of Commerce

Board Member

1994 - 1994

Collin County Bench Bar Foundation

Founder

Sample of Legal Cases

In the Interest of AG and AG, minor children

Dad awarded custody

In the Interest of PDK

Dad awarded custody without geographic restriction

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Education

1988

University of Oklahoma College of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1985

University of Washington

BS - Bachelor of Science

Speaking Engagements

2011

Collin County Bench Bar Conference

2010 Civil Case Update

Publications

2021

State Bar of Texas State Bar of Texas Profile

2021

Elite Lawyer Elite Lawyer Profile

2020

State Bar of Texas State Bar of Texas Profile

2019

State Bar of Texas State Bar of Texas Profile

2018

State Bar of Texas State Bar of Texas Profile

2017

State Bar of Texas State Bar of Texas Profile

2016

State Bar of Texas State Bar of Texas Profile

2015

State Bar of Texas State Bar of Texas Profile

1989

Oklahoma Law Review Preferential Transfers in Bankruptcy

1986

Oklahoma Law Review Meritor Savings Bank

Languages

English

Activity

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