About Sharon Zinns

Sharon has dedicated her practice to helping clients affected by asbestos-related illnesses including mesothelioma and lung cancer.  

For over 15 years, Sharon has represented clients across the country in a wide range of occupations who developed mesothelioma or other cancers after being exposed to the toxic substance, asbestos. She has also represented individuals diagnosed with mesothelioma after household exposures to asbestos from the work clothes of their spouses or parents, or exposure to cosmetic talc products. And, she has handled wrongful death litigation on behalf of the surviving family members of people who have died from such diseases.

Sharon received her law degree from Emory University School of Law where she was a Robert W. Woodruff Scholar, which is “the highest accolade an incoming student can receive.” She was also a member of the Emory International Law Review, Student Bar Association President and a law clerk for the American Cancer Society Office of Corporation Counsel. Prior to law school, Sharon attended Columbia University and Emory University, where she obtained a Bachelor of Arts with high honors in interdisciplinary studies. While earning her undergraduate degree, she interned for the American Civil Liberties Union and the DeKalb County Juvenile Court.

Sharon is a regular speaker at conferences around the country, presenting on topics relating to asbestos exposure, disease, and litigation. Sharon has appeared on Atlanta Legal Experts Radio to discuss her work in asbestos litigation. She has also appeared on the LawCall television show as an expert on asbestos litigation.

Sharon is the proud mom to daughter Max. In her free time, she enjoys yoga, running, and volunteering in the community.