Sarah, who has joined the Liverpool and Wirral practice from Hill Dickinson, has over 20 years’ experience working in family law. In 2021 she was crowned family law chartered legal executive of the year at the Family Law Awards.

She has been a member of Liverpool Law Society’s family law sub-committee since 2011, assisting director Jo Downey in organising the organisation’s private child conference and family finance conference.

Jackson Lees is part of the Jackson Lees Group, which also includes Broudie Jackson Canter and Farrington Law.

The group provides advice on a range of private and public family law matters, including divorce proceedings, financial remedy issues, pre and postnuptial agreements and child arrangements.

Sarah is among a spate of recent recruits at Jackson Lees as it focuses on expansion. Her appointment follows the recent arrival of four new members in the court of protection team, including Oliver Banks and Claire Martini as its head and deputy head respectively.

Haley Farrell, deputy managing director and head of family law at Jackson Lees Group, said

“With her vast experience in family law and her passion for helping others and making a positive difference, Sarah is a tremendous addition to our expanding team.

“We are delighted she has joined us as we develop the practice with our focus on growth and providing exceptional client care across Merseyside and the north west.”

Sarah said:

“I like that I act as a confidant for clients within my work, as it allows me to show the empathy they deserve when dealing with sensitive matters.

“I am excited to put this into practice and lend my support to clients and the family team at Jackson Lees.”

Jackson Lees Group is part of MAPD Group, which was founded by Brian Cullen and Joanna Kingston-Davies in 2020 to power the growth of local law firms nationally through acquisition. The initials stand for Making a Positive Difference.