I joined Hodge Jones & Allen in April 2016 after working on the Hillsborough inquests for over 2 years.

Currently my main area of practice is in claims against the police and other public authorities, including civil actions for assault, false imprisonment, malicious prosecution, discrimination and breach of the Human Rights. I am particularly interested in youth justice and cases involving the mistreatment of vulnerable individuals.

I am currently representing a number of Hillsborough families under the “Hillsborough Victims’ Misfeasance Litigation” – claims being brought for misfeasance in public office against the Chief Constables of South Yorkshire and West Midlands Police in relation to the investigations made by the police following the Hillsborough tragedy in April 1989.

Education

• LPC, College of Law, 2010 – 2011, passed with Distinction
• LLB, University of Plymouth 2007 – 2010

Career

• Hodge Jones & Allen 2016 – present
• Birnberg Peirce & Partners 2010 – 2016
• Birnberg Peirce & Partners, Trainee Solicitor 2012 – 2014

Client comments

• “Sarah Flanagan was my solicitor that handled my case from the start. It went for a couple of years but to me it was like months. Sarah was so efficient and effective with handling the case and in the respect of me and the situation. I felt comfortable, relaxed and everything was a very real truthful feeling and belief that it was being dealt with full care and honesty from Sarah’s professionalism. I thank the firm for having such a caring and influential person on their team. All the best.” Mr Joseph A Kamano
• “I had such a pleasant experience with these solicitors. They kept me fully informed and up to date on everything that went on with my case. My solicitor was absolutely lovely, kind, polite and understanding. I couldn’t have asked for anyone better to represent me. 100% recommend to anyone.”
• “I would have no reservations, I would recommend this company to anyone. Sarah Flanagan is a credit to the company and to her profession, she will go above and beyond to help and support you and your family.”

Memberships

• Inquest
• Police Action Lawyers Group

Personal Interests

In my spare time I enjoy running, skiing and cycling.