About Sarah Price
Sarah Price is an experienced Criminal Defence Solicitor Advocate at McGee McGee Agar Law, with almost 25 years of experience in the legal profession. Specialising exclusively in criminal defence, Sarah represents clients facing a wide range of allegations, from minor road traffic offences to the most serious criminal charges, including murder.
Having qualified as a solicitor in 2006 and obtained her Higher Rights of Audience in 2011, Sarah has extensive experience representing clients throughout the criminal justice system. Her work spans police station investigations, Magistrates' Court proceedings and serious criminal cases before the Crown Court.
Sarah is known for her robust approach to defending her clients, professional integrity and commitment to providing honest, straightforward legal advice. She combines strong advocacy skills with a thorough understanding of criminal law, ensuring clients receive dedicated representation and clear guidance at every stage of their case.
Criminal Defence Expertise
Sarah has dedicated her legal career to criminal defence, developing extensive experience representing individuals accused of offences across the full spectrum of criminal law.
Her experience includes:
- Serious violent offences, including murder
- Criminal cases involving complex allegations and evidence
- Road traffic and motoring offences
- Police station investigations and interviews
- Magistrates' Court proceedings
- Crown Court trials and hearings
Sarah's varied caseload means she is equally experienced in advising clients facing relatively minor allegations and those involved in serious criminal proceedings where the consequences of a conviction could be life-changing.
She understands that being arrested, questioned by the police or charged with a criminal offence can be an extremely stressful experience. Regardless of the seriousness of the allegation, Sarah approaches every case with the same commitment to protecting her client's interests and ensuring they receive a fair hearing.
Her experience across different stages of criminal proceedings enables her to provide clear, practical advice from the outset, helping clients understand the allegations they face, the legal process and the options available to them.
Experienced Criminal Court Advocate
As a qualified Solicitor Advocate with Higher Rights of Audience, Sarah is authorised to represent clients in the higher criminal courts, including the Crown Court.
She obtained her Higher Rights of Audience in 2011, further developing her ability to provide direct courtroom representation in serious and complex criminal proceedings.
Sarah's advocacy experience spans:
- Police station representation: Advising and representing individuals during police investigations and interviews, helping them understand their legal rights and position.
- Magistrates' Court proceedings: Representing clients facing criminal charges, providing advice and advocacy throughout court proceedings.
- Crown Court representation: Acting for clients in serious criminal matters, including cases involving allegations of the most serious offences.
- Criminal defence strategy: Assessing the circumstances of each case, advising clients on their legal position and preparing for the challenges of criminal proceedings.
Her ability to represent clients across the criminal justice system provides valuable continuity, particularly where cases progress from an initial police investigation to formal court proceedings.
Sarah understands the importance of thorough preparation, effective advocacy and ensuring that clients are properly informed throughout their case.
Robust Representation and Honest Legal Advice
Sarah has built her professional approach around providing strong legal representation, clear communication and advice that clients can trust.
She is known for defending her clients' interests robustly while maintaining an honest and realistic approach to the challenges they may face.
Sarah believes that effective legal representation involves more than simply following instructions. It requires listening carefully, understanding each client's circumstances and providing independent professional advice, even when that means challenging their position.
Her approach is centred on:
- Robust legal representation: Protecting her clients' interests and representing them with determination.
- Honest, straightforward advice: Providing clear guidance about the legal position, available options and potential consequences.
- Professional integrity: Acting in her clients' best interests while maintaining the highest standards of professional conduct.
- A collaborative relationship: Listening to clients, understanding their instructions and ensuring they remain involved in important decisions.
- Constructive, independent advice: Challenging assumptions where necessary to help clients make informed decisions about their defence.
Sarah has developed strong working relationships with her clients throughout her career, built on mutual trust, honesty and confidence in her professional judgement.
She recognises that clients need a solicitor who will listen to their concerns, explain the realities of their situation and provide the strongest possible representation within the law.
An Established Career in Criminal Defence
Sarah has worked in the legal profession for almost 25 years, building a career dedicated to representing individuals within the criminal justice system.
She began her legal training in Birmingham, completing her training contract before qualifying as a solicitor in 2006.
Following qualification, Sarah relocated to the North East, where she has continued to practise criminal defence law.
She spent 18 years at BBNM Law, developing extensive experience handling criminal cases across the region and representing clients in police stations, Magistrates' Courts and the Crown Court.
In October 2026, Sarah joined McGee McGee Agar Law following the merger of the two businesses, bringing her considerable experience and established criminal defence practice to the firm's Criminal Defence Department.
Throughout her career, Sarah has continued to develop her professional advocacy skills. She became a qualified Police Station Representative in 2005 and obtained her Higher Rights of Audience in 2011.
Her long-standing commitment to criminal defence, combined with extensive practical experience, allows her to provide knowledgeable and effective representation across a wide range of criminal matters.
Qualifications and Professional Credentials
Sarah's professional qualifications and accreditations include:
- LLB Law with Psychology (2:1) – University of Central England, 2001
- Legal Practice Course (Distinction) – University of Central England, 2002
- Qualified Police Station Representative – 2005
- Qualified Solicitor – 2006
- Higher Rights of Audience (Criminal Courts) – 2011
- Solicitor Advocate – McGee McGee Agar Law
Sarah combines extensive criminal defence experience with a direct, honest and determined approach to legal representation.
Whether advising someone during a police investigation, representing a client in the Magistrates' Court or handling a serious Crown Court case, she remains committed to protecting her clients' interests and providing the highest standard of professional advice.
If you are under investigation or facing criminal charges, contact McGee McGee Agar Law to arrange a free 30-minute consultation with our experienced criminal defence team.