Sarah E. Barrie

Sarah Barrie brings a compassionate, client-centered approach to her legal practice, shaped by her background in social work and criminal defense. She began her career with the Alaska Public Defender Agency, where she developed a strong commitment to advocacy and justice. Before joining Udall Shumway, Sarah served as the Managing Attorney of the Criminal Defense Department at a high-volume firm in the Valley, where she also represented clients in a range of family law matters.

Sarah now focuses her practice on family law, drawing on her interdisciplinary training and front-line courtroom experience to support clients through some of the most challenging periods of their lives. Her foundation in social work and advocacy allows her to blend legal skill with empathetic guidance, helping clients feel informed, prepared, and understood throughout their case.

1138 North Alma School Road, Suite 101 | Mesa, Arizona 85201 | www.udallshumway.com

Education

• Juris Doctor/Graduate Diploma in Comparative Law, Louisiana State University, 2023
• Master of Arts, New York University, 2019 (Social Work and Gender Studies)
• Bachelor of Arts., University of Washington, 2018 (Classical Studies)

Jurisdictions Admitted to Practice

• Arizona, 2024
• Washington, 2024
• United States District Court for the District of Arizona, 2025

Community Involvement

• Volunteer Judge, Arizona Statewide High School Mock Trial Tournament