Expertise

Sara has assisted on a range of complex and high value personal injury disputes involving clients who had sustained brain, spinal cord and amputation injuries.

Sara has experience drafting witness statements, tribunal submissions, instructing medico-legal experts, drafting legal correspondence, issuing claims and conducting legal research. She has attended court hearings and client meetings with instructed solicitors and counsel.

As a public law caseworker, Sara obtained experience interviewing vulnerable clients and liaising with their multidisciplinary teams including interpreters, country experts and outreach services.

Sara previously worked in the charity sector with survivors of domestic abuse at Women’s Aid. She provided both holistic, outreach support and coordinated a legal advice clinic in South London where she dealt with matters in family, criminal and housing law.

Recognition

Client comments include:

• “I really cannot express my sincere thanks and gratitude to your firm, especially Sara Palinska who in my opinion is amazing, nothing was ever to much! A constant professional with the warmest, kindest people skills… dispelling my anxiety, fears and concerns with the encouragement to keep going! I would highly recommend your firm to anyone without a second hesitation.”

• “Your support was invaluable in achieving a successful outcome for my case. Your proactive problem-solving and attention to detail ensured that no stone was left unturned in building a strong case in my favour… Your empathy and guidance made all the difference in my situation. I am forever grateful, and I will always be thankful for the impact you had on my life.”

Career

Sara studied Law (LLB) at the University of Exeter. She then completed her Legal Practice Course with LLM at the University of Law in London.

Prior to joining Stewarts in October 2022, Sara supported survivors of domestic abuse at Women’s Aid. She has also acted as an immigration and public law caseworker at a London firm.

Publications and Media

Sara has contributed to a number of articles at Stewarts, including:

• Serious injury claims arising from domestic abuse
• What support is available following a burn injury?

Personal

Sara enjoys hiking and spending time outdoors. She also takes a keen interest in film, photography and architecture. When not battling the elements or watching arthouse cinema, Sara likes to experiment with food.