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.

Sarah is listed as a Next Generation Partner in the Legal 500 rankings 2023-2025 and is ranked Band 3 in Chambers UK Guide 2023. She has maintained this ranking for 2025.

“I have found the experience of working with Sarah Crilly very refreshing and positive. Outcomes can never be guaranteed in these situations but Sarah has given me a service I would struggle to fault on every level. Excellent.” – Legal 500, 2025

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.