Sara Barnes studied law at the University of Sheffield attaining an Honours degree in Law before completing her Legal Practice qualifications at Northumbria University, Newcastle upon Tyne. She trained with a well known large high street practice in Sunderland. Since qualification in 2002, Sara has practised exclusively in family law, firstly at Archers Law LLP in Stockton on Tees, and later at Lowthian Gray Family Law. Both were highly regarded Legal 500 firms.

She has been a member of Resolution for many years and adopts the Resolution Code of Practice when dealing with family disputes. Sara has a wealth of experience in all areas of private family law, most particularly in divorce/separation and financial disputes, acting in a number of complex matters. Sara is extremely client focused and acutely aware that each individual client’s needs are different. Sara prides herself on being understanding and approachable, and believes in giving realistic and sensible advice.


Sara is a member of resolution