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Sarah Burton joined Flint Bishop as a Partner in our Commercial Dispute Resolution department in September 2024.
Prior to joining Flint Bishop, Sarah served as a Dispute Resolution Partner at the renowned South Yorkshire law firm Keebles for over a decade, before joining Knights after they acquired the firm in 2021.
With more than two decades of experience, Sarah specialises in handling various commercial litigation matters, including intricate and high-value cases, particularly focusing on property-related disputes.
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Sarah’s expertise extends to partnership disputes, shareholder disputes, and professional negligence claims, fortified by twelve years of offshore practice. This experience enhances Sarah’s proficiency in managing cross-border and high-value cases makes her a valuable asset in complex litigation scenarios.
Amongst Sarah’s key achievements is her instrumental role in representing a £70 million turnover client in a reputationally sensitive case against a trade body, successfully mitigating potential reputational harm.
Additional notable work highlights include managing multi-party litigation involving 54 shareholders in a share sale dispute, acting for a client in the High Court for €3.5 million relating to a contract for the purchase of goods, and representing a client from the UAE in a US$45 million breach of contract claim.
Sarah’s extensive experience in both UK and offshore markets, coupled with her dedication to nurturing talent and building strong client relationships, aligns perfectly with our firm’s values and enhances our dispute resolution offering.
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“The department provides an excellent service for clients and is competitive with leading London commercial litigation firms within its practice areas, particularly in insurance disputes. It has a strong client focus and combines solid legal analysis with a pragmatic approach to resolving disputes.”
“There is strength and depth of knowledge within the team. They provide a high level of customer service, and they are helpful, approachable and able to respond quickly to difficult and complex situations.”
“Flint Bishop has a strong team which combines legal acumen and a robust and commercial approach to litigation.”
“Flint Bishop distinguishes itself in industry-shaping and high-profile matters, as evidenced by its recent appearances at the Court of Appeal, Supreme Court and the Court of Justice of the European Union. The firm’s client roster is reflective of the high esteem in which its dispute resolution team is held, with UK and multinational companies, government agencies and public sector bodies turning to it for advice.”
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