Sharon Marie Garner

Sharon Marie Garner, Employment Attorney in Jackson, Mississippi

Over 25 years of legal practice · focused on Employment, General, and Personal Injury

PartneratForman Watkins & Krutz LLP

Jackson, MS

Practicing employment in Jackson since 2001.

25+
Years practicing
3
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Sharon Marie Garner is a partner based in Jackson, MS. The practice focuses on Employment, General, and Personal Injury. Sharon has over 25 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Forman Watkins & Krutz LLP.

Based in
Jackson, MS
Experience
over 25 years
Known for
Employment · General · Personal Injury
  • Handles Employment, General, and Personal Injury matters from Jackson, MS.
  • Over 25 years of practice as a licensed attorney.

About Sharon Marie Garner: Sharon Marie Garner is a partner based in Jackson, MS. The practice focuses on Employment, General, and Personal Injury. Sharon has over 25 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Forman Watkins & Krutz LLP.

Areas of practice

Practice areas handled by Sharon Marie Garner

Sharon concentrates on employment, general, and personal injury. Each area below outlines the kind of case Sharon handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.

Employment cases in Jackson, Mississippi

Sharon takes employment matters in Jackson, Mississippi. 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 Jackson, Mississippi

Sharon takes general matters in Jackson, Mississippi. 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.

Personal Injury cases in Jackson, Mississippi

Sharon takes personal injury matters in Jackson, Mississippi. 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

About Sharon Marie Garner — Over 25 years of Mississippi employment experience

Sharon Marie Garner is a partner based in Jackson, MS. The practice focuses on Employment, General, and Personal Injury. Sharon has over 25 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Forman Watkins & Krutz LLP.

Ms. Sharon Marie Garner is a lawyer practicing employment & labor, personal injury, benzene and 2 other areas of law. Sharon received a B.S. degree from Mississippi College in 1998, and has been licensed for 25 years. Sharon practices at Forman Watkins & Krutz LLP in Jackson, MS and 1 other location.

Sharon's approach to employment cases

Ms. Sharon Marie Garner is a lawyer practicing employment & labor, personal injury, benzene and 2 other areas of law. Sharon received a B.S. degree from Mississippi College in 1998, and has been licensed for 25 years. Sharon practices at Forman Watkins & Krutz LLP in Jackson, MS and 1 other location.

The kind of cases Sharon takes

Sharon reviews new inquiries case-by-case for employment, general, and personal injury matters in Jackson and the surrounding Mississippi area.

Credentials

Sharon Marie Garner's legal education and bar admissions

  • Mississippi College School of Law

    J.D. · 2001

  • Mississippi College

    B.S. · 1998

Jurisdictions

Sharon's state bar admissions

  • Arkansas

    2017 · ACTIVE

  • Texas

    2007 · ACTIVE

  • Mississippi

    2001 · ACTIVE

Sharon studied at J.D. in Mississippi College School of Law and B.S. in Mississippi College.

Law school and academic background

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

Affiliations

Sharon's professional memberships and bar associations

  • Organizations & Committees Membership State Bar of Texas The Mississippi Bar Mississippi School for Mathematics and Science, Alumna and Selection Committee Member

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Locations

Sharon Marie Garner's office in Jackson

Sharon's primary office is at 210 East Capitol Street, Suite 2200, Jackson, MS, 39201. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

Main office

Forman Watkins & Krutz LLP

210 East Capitol Street, Suite 2200

Jackson, MS 39201

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Hiring guide

How to hire Sharon Marie Garner — what to expect in your first consultation

Working with a new employment 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 employment attorney in Jackson, Mississippi

A short list to run through before you commit: How many employment 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 employment practice — ask which fits.

Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options

Every employment 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 employment practices work with clients on structured schedules.

Frequently asked

Frequently asked questions about Sharon Marie Garner

  • How much does it cost to hire Sharon for a employment 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 employment attorneys offer free consults — check Sharon's current terms during booking.

  • How long do employment cases in Mississippi typically take?

    Simple employment 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 Jackson?

    Sharon is licensed in Mississippi. Matters governed by Mississippi 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 employment 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

Employment attorneys serving Jackson, Ridgeland and Gulfport in Mississippi

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