How much does it cost to hire Sarah for a adr case?

Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Sarah walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.

Does Sarah offer a free consultation?

Sarah charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Sarah's office. Some adr attorneys offer free consults — check Sarah's current terms during booking.

How long do adr cases in Connecticut typically take?

Simple adr matters can wrap in a few weeks; disputed cases can run 6–18 months from intake to resolution, longer if the matter goes to trial. Sarah gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.

Can Sarah take my case if I'm outside Westport?

Sarah is licensed in Connecticut. Matters governed by Connecticut law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Sarah will tell you if the case is a fit or refer you to someone closer to your court.

What should I bring to my first meeting with Sarah?

Bring every document that touches the dispute: contracts, correspondence, police or medical reports, filed pleadings, invoices, photographs, insurance letters. Also bring a written timeline of what happened, in your own words. Sarah will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.

Is Sarah accepting new adr clients right now?

Sarah's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.

Sarah E. Murray, ADR Attorney in Westport

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Sarah E. Murray is a partner based in Westport, CT. The practice focuses on ADR, Alimony, and Business. Sarah has over 18 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Broder Orland Murray & DeMattie LLC.

Based in: Westport, CT
Experience: over 18 years
Known for: ADR · Alimony · Business

Handles ADR, Alimony, and Business matters from Westport, CT.
Over 18 years of practice as a licensed attorney.

Areas of practice

Practice areas handled by Sarah E. Murray

Sarah concentrates on adr, alimony, business, child custody, and child support. Each area below outlines the kind of case Sarah handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.

ADR cases in Westport, Connecticut

Sarah takes adr matters in Westport, Connecticut. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Sarah agrees to represent you.

Alimony cases in Westport, Connecticut

Sarah takes alimony matters in Westport, Connecticut. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Sarah agrees to represent you.

Business cases in Westport, Connecticut

Sarah takes business matters in Westport, Connecticut. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Sarah agrees to represent you.

Child Custody cases in Westport, Connecticut

Sarah takes child custody matters in Westport, Connecticut. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Sarah agrees to represent you.

Child Support cases in Westport, Connecticut

Sarah takes child support matters in Westport, Connecticut. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Sarah agrees to represent you.

Biography

About Sarah E. Murray — Over 18 years of Connecticut adr experience

Sarah E. Murray is a partner based in Westport, CT. The practice focuses on ADR, Alimony, and Business. Sarah has over 18 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Broder Orland Murray & DeMattie LLC.

Attorney Murray has practiced in the area of family and matrimonial law since 2008. Her work has included trial, research and appellate matters. Her professional achievements include being designated by the Connecticut Law Tribune as a 2015 New Leader in the Law. She has also been selected a New England Super Lawyers ® Rising Star® 2011, 2012, 2014, 2015 and 2016 in the area of Family Law. In 2014 and 2016, she was selected as one of the Top 10 Family Law Attorneys Under 40 in Connecticut by the National Academy of Family Law Attorneys. Additionally, Sarah has been awarded "10 Best Under 40 in Connecticut for Client Satisfaction" by the American Institute of Family Law Attorneys in 2016.

She is a graduate of the University of Connecticut School of Law and the College of the Holy Cross, where she graduated magna cum laude and was elected to Phi Beta Kappa. At Holy Cross, Attorney Murray was selected as a valedictorian nominee due to her top academic performance. While in law school, she received the CALI Excellence for the Future awards in Juvenile Law, Higher Education Law, and Law and Literature of Crime. Attorney Murray was the recipient of the Public Interest Law Group Summer Fellowship in two successive years and was the recipient of the Helen Z. Pearl Feminist Law Prize. In addition, Attorney Murray served as Executive Editor of the Connecticut Public Interest Law Journal.

Attorney Murray is a co-author of Electronically Stored Information: What Matrimonial Lawyers and Computer Forensics Need To Know, 23 J. Am. Acad. Matr. Law. 1 (2010) and is the author of Electronical Stored Information: How E-Mail, Texting, and Your Facebook Friends Can Affect Your Divorce, 34 Fam.Advocate No.1, pg. 26 (Summer 2011). And, recently moderated "Establishing and Modifying Support Orders after Dan v. Dan" at the Connecticut Bar Association's 2016 Connecticut Legal Conference.

Currently, Attorney Murray is on the Board of Editors of the Connecticut Bar Journal. She is admitted to practice in Connecticut and New York.

Sarah's approach to adr cases

Attorney Murray has practiced in the area of family and matrimonial law since 2008. Her work has included trial, research and appellate matters. Her professional achievements include being designated by the Connecticut Law Tribune as a 2015 New Leader in the Law. She has also been selected a New England Super Lawyers ® Rising Star® 2011, 2012, 2014, 2015 and 2016 in the area of Family Law. In…

The kind of cases Sarah takes

Sarah reviews new inquiries case-by-case for adr, alimony, and business matters in Westport and the surrounding Connecticut area.

Credentials

Sarah E. Murray's legal education and bar admissions

University of Connecticut Law School
J.D. · 2008
College of the Holy Cross B.A. magna cum laude College of the Holy Cross B.A. Phi Beta Kappa
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Jurisdictions

Sarah's state bar admissions

New York
2010 · ACTIVE
Connecticut
2008 · ACTIVE

Sarah studied at J.D. in University of Connecticut Law School and — in College of the Holy Cross B.A. magna cum laude College of the Holy Cross B.A. Phi Beta Kappa.

Law school and academic background

Sarah completed J.D. in University of Connecticut Law School and — in College of the Holy Cross B.A. magna cum laude College of the Holy Cross B.A. Phi Beta Kappa. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Sarah runs in Connecticut is where that training gets applied to real client questions.

Locations

Sarah E. Murray's office in Westport

Sarah's primary office is at 55 Greens Farms Rd., Westport, CT, 06880. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

Main office

Broder Orland Murray & DeMattie LLC

55 Greens Farms Rd.

Westport, CT 06880

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Hiring guide

How to hire Sarah E. Murray — what to expect in your first consultation

Working with a new adr attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Sarah usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.

Consultation formats and pricing

Sarah charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Sarah's office.

What to bring to your first meeting

Bring any documents you already have — police reports, medical records, filed pleadings, correspondence from an insurer, a copy of the contract at issue. If you're not sure, err on the side of bringing everything; Sarah will tell you what matters and what doesn't.

Questions to ask a adr attorney in Westport, Connecticut

A short list to run through before you commit: How many adr matters have you handled in the last year? What's your fee structure? Who else in the office will work on this? What's your realistic estimate of timeline and range of outcomes? How do I reach you between meetings?

Fees & payment

Fees, payment methods, and consultation options for Sarah

Sarah discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in adr practice — ask which fits.

Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options

Every adr matter is priced differently. Simple document review might be a flat fee. Injury litigation is often contingency. Complex commercial disputes usually run hourly with a retainer. Sarah confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.

Payment methods and payment plans

Sarah's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many adr practices work with clients on structured schedules.

Frequently asked

Frequently asked questions about Sarah E. Murray

How much does it cost to hire Sarah for a adr case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Sarah walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Sarah offer a free consultation?
Sarah charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Sarah's office. Some adr attorneys offer free consults — check Sarah's current terms during booking.
How long do adr cases in Connecticut typically take?
Simple adr matters can wrap in a few weeks; disputed cases can run 6–18 months from intake to resolution, longer if the matter goes to trial. Sarah gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Sarah take my case if I'm outside Westport?
Sarah is licensed in Connecticut. Matters governed by Connecticut law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Sarah will tell you if the case is a fit or refer you to someone closer to your court.
What should I bring to my first meeting with Sarah?
Bring every document that touches the dispute: contracts, correspondence, police or medical reports, filed pleadings, invoices, photographs, insurance letters. Also bring a written timeline of what happened, in your own words. Sarah will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Sarah accepting new adr clients right now?
Sarah's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.

Community Q&A

Real questions asked by Connecticut residents in the last few months, answered by adr attorneys like Sarah E. Murray. Each link opens the full answer thread.

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Areas served

ADR attorneys serving Westport, Hartford and Stamford in Connecticut

Sarah handles adr matters throughout Connecticut. Each city below is a direct link into the search page for verified adr attorneys in that community.

Sarah E. Murray, ADR Attorney in Westport, Connecticut

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