Sara McDuffie
Senior Counsel
Sara is a trusted and tenacious professional with years of experience guiding businesses through all aspects of litigation and dispute resolution. She has successfully represented clients across numerous industries, including entertainment, real estate, sports, finance, commercial manufacturing and sales, healthcare, construction, non-profit, waste management, and environmental services. Individuals and companies of all sizes turn to Sara for sound advice, creative problem-solving, and zealous courtroom advocacy. She has achieved complete pre-trial dismissals for defendants, won multi-million dollar judgments for plaintiffs, and negotiated favorable settlements of even the most highly contentious disputes.
Whether tackling a litigation matter or crafting an effective business strategy, Sara always puts the client’s goals first. She believes in clear communication and strives to gain a deep understanding of each client’s particular objectives to provide thoughtful and individualized advice and advocacy. With her extensive litigation experience, insightful nature, and keen eye for detail, Sara is adept at spotting, and proactively avoiding, potential conflicts. When disputes arise, she is well-prepared to steer businesses through the litigation process while minimizing stress and providing transparent counsel.
Sara is a lifelong Californian who was born and raised in the Bay Area and educated at UCLA. With deep ties to the Golden State, she has a particular passion for helping California businesses grow and thrive.