Sarah Crilly

Training & employment

Sarah has been qualified for 23 years. She spent the last 22 years at 2 top 100 law firms specialising in Family Law.

Sarah joined Stowe Family Law’s Newcastle team as Partner in 2022, she also supports the North Shields team.

Specialisms

Sarah is engaged in all areas of family law but has particular expertise in divorce and finance cases. Sarah has experience of dealing with high net worth divorces particularly those involving complex issues.

Approach

Sarah is rated in Legal 500 and is ranked in Chambers & Partners. She is highlighted for her practical approach and has been described as unflappable and diligent. Sarah also believes in working closely with other experts to achieve the best possible outcome for her clients.

Accreditations, memberships & awards

Sarah is a member of the Law Society and Resolution. She is a Resolution Accredited Specialist and sits as an Examiner on the National Resolution Accreditation Committee.

Legal 500

Sarah is recognised as a Next Generation Partner in The Legal 500 UK, 2026.

“I have dealt with Sarah Crilley on high-net complex matters. Sarah will very much fight for her clients where needed. She will also seek to resolve matters with constructive discussions.” – Legal 500, 2026

Chambers and Partners

Sarah is ranked as Band 3 in the Chambers and Partners UK guide 2026 for Family and Matrimonial matters.

Chambers says: “I have dealt with Sarah on complex matters and she clearly has her client’s interests at heart. She is knowledgeable and thorough.”

Read more about what Chambers has to say about Sarah.

Outside of work

Sarah’s spare time is taken up being a parent to her teenage son but she enjoys walking and spending time with family and friends.