Sarah Harrod

Sarah Harrod serves as the Principal of Harrods and Associates, bringing her extensive legal expertise to the forefront in her regular appearances at the Children's Courts in Surry Hills and Parramatta, Sydney. With over two decades of experience, Sarah is a dedicated advocate within the Children and Family Court jurisdictions. Renowned for her skill in handling complex and challenging cases, Sarah adeptly addresses a multitude of issues, including family violence, mental health, substance abuse, and matters involving clients with disabilities. Her comprehensive experience allows her to identify critical issues and guide clients through these challenges with empathetic and insightful counsel. Sarah is committed to effective communication, employing language and techniques that ensure clients have a clear understanding of the legal processes they face. Her ability to demystify legal jargon empowers her clients to engage meaningfully in their legal matters. Admitted as a legal practitioner in 2001, Sarah took the entrepreneurial leap in 2005 to establish her own practice. Before venturing on her own, Sarah gained diverse experience working with large and boutique firms such as Maurice Blackburn and Partners, McLachlan Chilton, and Giles Payne & Co. Her expertise spans several areas of law, including care and protection, family law, estate law, civil disputes, and building and construction law. Primarily focusing on family and care and protection law, Sarah is driven to achieve optimal outcomes for her clients. She is adept at listening to her clients' concerns and providing tailored advice to resolve problems efficiently. Her personalised service ensures that clients feel heard and informed about the applicable legal principles and available options, all supported by her practical insights.