Position

Sarah Clarke QC was called to the Bar in 1994 and took silk in 2017. Sarah’s practice encompasses a wide range of fields including financial services, insider dealing, corporate fraud, sexual offences, police and regulatory proceedings and inquests. She brings her knowledge of the law in many fields to bear on complex cases and has a creative approach to problem solving. She is known for her thorough preparation and ability to master complex issues, particularly in cases involving expert evidence. An earlier edition notes that “she is extremely well prepared, very knowledgeable and puts the client at the heart of her advice.” Please visit the Serjeants' Inn website for her profile, which sets out full details of her practice (including her time in the Enforcement Division and subsequently the Litigation Department of what was then the FSA) and relevant work of note.

Education

University of Durham (1993 BA (Hons) Law); Inns of Court School of Law (1994).

Mentions

London Bar

Business and regulatory crime (including global investigations)

HALL OF FAME2

Sarah Clarke KC – Serjeants’ Inn Chambers ‘Sarah is peerless on the law, particularly regarding market abuse, FSMA offences and insider dealing. Her preparation is thorough which leads to flawless courtroom advocacy, particularly when it comes to cross-examination, at which she is particularly skilled.’

London Bar

Financial services regulation

HALL OF FAME1

Sarah Clarke KC – Serjeants’ Inn Chambers ‘Sarah is peerless on the law, particularly regarding market abuse, FSMA offences and insider dealing. Her preparation is thorough which leads to flawless courtroom advocacy, particularly when it comes to cross-examination, at which she is particularly skilled.’

London Bar

Fraud: crime

HALL OF FAME3

Sarah Clarke KC – Serjeants’ Inn Chambers ‘Sarah is a first-class intellect with tireless attention to detail. She is a compelling, persuasive advocate with great charisma and is able to explain complex matters in easily understandable language.’ 

London Bar

Inquests and inquiries

HALL OF FAME3

Sarah Clarke KC – Serjeants’ Inn Chambers ‘Her cross-examination is efficient, flexible, and relentless. She is an astute tactician who is approachable and stands her ground.'

London Bar

Professional disciplinary and regulatory law

HALL OF FAME2

Sarah Clarke KC – Serjeants’ Inn Chambers ‘A silk who shows tactical brilliance and meticulous attention to detail. She has a razor-sharp intellect.'