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Sarah Swan serves as the Practice Director at Swan Lawyers, with over seven years of substantial experience in Family Law. She is known for her strong advocacy against family violence and abuse across all demographics and extends her legal expertise to commercial litigation, insolvency, and criminal law, especially when intersecting with family matters. Currently holding the position of Mayor of Woollahra Municipal Council, Sarah has served her community as a council member since December 2021 and as Deputy Mayor from 2023 to 2024. Her commitment to public service is further evidenced by her role as a director of Holdsworth Community Ltd. Sarah's professional approach is characterized by her proficiency in legal research and procedural strategies, allowing her to resolve legal issues efficiently while being sensitive to her clients' needs. She prioritises the welfare of children in family matters and adopts a direct, commercially informed approach to dispute resolution. Outside her legal profession, Sarah leads an active lifestyle as a yoga teacher and enjoys participating in local running and cycling clubs, alongside her new pursuit of surfing, reflecting her dedication to maintaining a balanced and healthy lifestyle.

Mayor
Woollahra Municipal Council
Sep 2024 - Present • 2 years 2 months

Deputy Mayor
Woollahra Council
Aug 2023 - Aug 2024 • 1 year

Director
Holdsworth
Jan 2023 - Sep 2024 • 1 year 8 months

Principal Solicitor
Swan Lawyers
Jun 2022 - Present • 4 years 5 months

Councillor
Woollahra Municipal Council
Nov 2021 - Present • 5 years
Founder
Yoldies
Aug 2020 - Present • 6 years 3 months

Solicitor
Allsop Glover Lawyers
Sep 2018 - Dec 2021 • 3 years 3 months
Fellow
Linden Global Strategies
Oct 2017 - Jan 2018 • 3 months

Solicitor
Swan Lawyers
Apr 2017 - Jun 2022 • 5 years 2 months

Paralegal
Swan Lawyers
Apr 2016 - Apr 2017 • 1 year

Intern
Seven Network
Jan 2013 - Apr 2013 • 3 months
Customer Service
Victor Churchill
Dec 2012 - Dec 2016 • 4 years

Media and Communications Officer
Swan Services Pty Ltd
Apr 2012 - Apr 2013 • 1 year

Intern
Nine Network Australia
Oct 2009 - Oct 2009 • 0 months
Last checked: 15 May 2026 • Checked with Law Society of NSW