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Sharon Orenstein Jacobs, Environmental Attorney in Nashville, Tennessee

Over 35 years of legal practice · focused on Environmental, General, and Government · 5.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review

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Nashville, TN

Practicing environmental in Nashville since 1991.

35+
Years practicing
5.0 ★
1 client review
6
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Sharon Orenstein Jacobs is a member based in Nashville, TN. The practice focuses on Environmental, General, and Government. Sharon has over 35 years of legal experience. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.

Based in
Nashville, TN
Experience
over 35 years
Known for
Environmental · General · Government
  • Handles Environmental, General, and Government matters from Nashville, TN.
  • Over 35 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
  • Recognized with AV Preeminent.

About Sharon Orenstein Jacobs: Sharon Orenstein Jacobs is a member based in Nashville, TN. The practice focuses on Environmental, General, and Government. Sharon has over 35 years of legal experience. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.

Areas of practice

Legal matters Sharon takes on

Sharon concentrates on environmental, general, government, litigation, and real estate. Each area below outlines the kind of case Sharon handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.

Environmental cases in Nashville, Tennessee

Sharon takes environmental matters in Nashville, Tennessee. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Sharon agrees to represent you.

General cases in Nashville, Tennessee

Sharon takes general matters in Nashville, Tennessee. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Sharon agrees to represent you.

Government cases in Nashville, Tennessee

Sharon takes government matters in Nashville, Tennessee. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Sharon agrees to represent you.

Litigation cases in Nashville, Tennessee

Sharon takes litigation matters in Nashville, Tennessee. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Sharon agrees to represent you.

Real Estate cases in Nashville, Tennessee

Sharon takes real estate matters in Nashville, Tennessee. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Sharon agrees to represent you.

Biography

Meet Sharon Orenstein Jacobs — environmental lawyer in Nashville

Sharon Orenstein Jacobs is a member based in Nashville, TN. The practice focuses on Environmental, General, and Government. Sharon has over 35 years of legal experience. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.

Sharon Orenstein Jacobs is a lawyer practicing administrative law, dispute resolution, environmental law and 4 other areas of law. Sharon received a B.A. degree from University of Georgia in 1984, and has been licensed for 35 years. Sharon practices in Nashville, TN.

Sharon's approach to environmental cases

Sharon Orenstein Jacobs is a lawyer practicing administrative law, dispute resolution, environmental law and 4 other areas of law. Sharon received a B.A. degree from University of Georgia in 1984, and has been licensed for 35 years. Sharon practices in Nashville, TN.

The kind of cases Sharon takes

Sharon reviews new inquiries case-by-case for environmental, general, and government matters in Nashville and the surrounding Tennessee area.

Credentials

Education, bar admissions, and languages

  • University of Missouri School of Law

    J.D. · 1990

  • University of Georgia

    B.A. · 1984

Jurisdictions

Sharon's state bar admissions

  • United States Distri

    2008 · ACTIVE

  • United States Suprem

    1998 · ACTIVE

  • Missouri

    1992 · ACTIVE

  • United States Distri

    1992 · ACTIVE

  • Tennessee Supreme Co

    1991 · ACTIVE

  • Tennessee

    1991 · ACTIVE

Sharon studied at J.D. in University of Missouri School of Law and B.A. in University of Georgia.

Law school and academic background

Sharon completed J.D. in University of Missouri School of Law and B.A. in University of Georgia. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Sharon runs in Tennessee is where that training gets applied to real client questions.

Recognition

Recognition and thought leadership

Sharon has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.

  • AV Preeminent

Legal awards and honors

AV Preeminent.

Affiliations

Sharon's professional memberships and bar associations

  • Nashville Bar Association (Member, Environmental Law Committee) Tennessee Bar Association (Member, Environmental Law Section) Lawyers' Association for Women Missouri Bar Association American Bar Association

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Locations

Sharon Orenstein Jacobs's office in Nashville

Sharon's primary office is at 511 Union St Ste 1600, Nashville, TN, 37219. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

Main office

511 Union St Ste 1600

Nashville, TN 37219

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Client feedback

Client reviews of Sharon Orenstein Jacobs — 5.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review

Every review below is from a verified client of Sharon. Reviews cover communication, case outcome, and value — the three signals that matter most when comparing environmental attorneys in Nashville.

5.0

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Hiring guide

How to hire Sharon Orenstein Jacobs — what to expect in your first consultation

Working with a new environmental attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Sharon usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.

Consultation formats and pricing

Sharon charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Sharon's office.

What to bring to your first meeting

Bring any documents you already have — police reports, medical records, filed pleadings, correspondence from an insurer, a copy of the contract at issue. If you're not sure, err on the side of bringing everything; Sharon will tell you what matters and what doesn't.

Questions to ask a environmental attorney in Nashville, Tennessee

A short list to run through before you commit: How many environmental matters have you handled in the last year? What's your fee structure? Who else in the office will work on this? What's your realistic estimate of timeline and range of outcomes? How do I reach you between meetings?

Fees & payment

Fees, payment methods, and consultation options for Sharon

Sharon discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in environmental practice — ask which fits.

Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options

Every environmental matter is priced differently. Simple document review might be a flat fee. Injury litigation is often contingency. Complex commercial disputes usually run hourly with a retainer. Sharon confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.

Payment methods and payment plans

Sharon's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many environmental practices work with clients on structured schedules.

Frequently asked

Frequently asked questions about Sharon Orenstein Jacobs

  • How much does it cost to hire Sharon for a environmental case?

    Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Sharon walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.

  • Does Sharon offer a free consultation?

    Sharon charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Sharon's office. Some environmental attorneys offer free consults — check Sharon's current terms during booking.

  • How long do environmental cases in Tennessee typically take?

    Simple environmental matters can wrap in a few weeks; disputed cases can run 6–18 months from intake to resolution, longer if the matter goes to trial. Sharon gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.

  • Can Sharon take my case if I'm outside Nashville?

    Sharon is licensed in Tennessee. Matters governed by Tennessee law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Sharon will tell you if the case is a fit or refer you to someone closer to your court.

  • What should I bring to my first meeting with Sharon?

    Bring every document that touches the dispute: contracts, correspondence, police or medical reports, filed pleadings, invoices, photographs, insurance letters. Also bring a written timeline of what happened, in your own words. Sharon will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.

  • Is Sharon accepting new environmental clients right now?

    Sharon's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.

Areas served

Environmental attorneys serving Nashville, Memphis and Knoxville in Tennessee

Sharon handles environmental matters throughout Tennessee. Each city below is a direct link into the search page for verified environmental attorneys in that community.

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