Sarah Young, ADR Attorney in the United States
focused on ADR and Family Law
Dedicated adr attorney.
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Sarah Young is an attorney based in Toronto, ONTARIO. The practice focuses on ADR and Family Law. Currently practicing at Beaton Burke Young LLP.
- Based in
- Toronto, ONTARIO
- Experience
- attorney
- Known for
- ADR · Family Law
- Handles ADR and Family Law matters from Toronto, ONTARIO.
- Recognized with Best Lawyers in America — Family Law (2026).
About Sarah Young: Sarah Young is an attorney based in Toronto, ONTARIO. The practice focuses on ADR and Family Law. Currently practicing at Beaton Burke Young LLP.
Areas of practice
Practice areas handled by Sarah Young
Sarah concentrates on adr and family law. Each area below outlines the kind of case Sarah handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
ADR cases nationwide
Sarah takes adr matters nationwide. 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.
Family Law cases nationwide
Sarah takes family law matters nationwide. 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 Young — Attorney of the U.S. adr experience
Sarah Young is an attorney based in Toronto, ONTARIO. The practice focuses on ADR and Family Law. Currently practicing at Beaton Burke Young LLP.
Sarah is a family lawyer with more than a decade of experience helping clients find solutions for challenging situations. She provides timely and practical advice and is equally able to assist clients with cohabitation agreements, marriage contracts, parenting plans, property division and support arrangements. She also frequently acts for third parties drawn into family law litigation.
Sarah prides herself on understanding her clients’ unique goals and circumstances, and on providing strategic representation that is aligned with their overall objectives. She excels at tackling complex legal and financial issues and navigating complicated family dynamics. Sarah has represented clients at all levels of court in Ontario.
In addition to advocating for her clients, Sarah brings her depth of experience and results-oriented approach to her mediation and arbitration services. She also acts as a parenting coordinator.
Sarah is a volunteer with the Advice and Settlement Counsel Project and has acted for intervenors in pro bono litigation. She is a member of the Ontario Bar Association and The Advocates Society and is a contributing author to the Support Rights and Obligations Under Ontario Family Law textbook.
Working with Sarah on a adr matter
Sarah is a family lawyer with more than a decade of experience helping clients find solutions for challenging situations. She provides timely and practical advice and is equally able to assist clients with cohabitation agreements, marriage contracts, parenting plans, property division and support arrangements. She also frequently acts for third parties drawn into family law litigation. Sarah…
Who Sarah represents
Sarah reviews new inquiries case-by-case for adr and family law matters in the United States.
Recognition
Awards, publications, and recognition of Sarah Young
Sarah has received 4 formal recognitions from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
Best Lawyers in America — Family Law
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Family Law Mediation
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Awards:
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Lexpert Rising Stars (2023)
2026
Legal awards and honors
Best Lawyers in America — Family Law (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Family Law Mediation (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Awards: (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Lexpert Rising Stars (2023) (2026).
Locations
Sarah Young's office in Toronto
Sarah's primary office is at 545 King Street West, #241, Toronto, Ontario. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
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Client reviews of Sarah Young
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How to hire Sarah Young — 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 your state
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 Young
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 this state 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 the area?
Sarah evaluates matters case by case. If the venue is outside Sarah's regular jurisdictions, the intake call will confirm whether direct representation or a referral makes more sense.
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.