Sara W. Harrington focuses her practice on probate, estate administration, and estate planning in Orange, Chatham, Durham, Lee, Moore and Harnett Counties. Prior to practicing estate planning, Sara represented debtors filing for debt relief and consolidation through Chapter 13 and Chapter 7 of the Bankruptcy Code.

She has a solid commitment to helping individuals and families preserve and protect their assets and ensure their wishes for their future care are known.

Since 2002, Sara has helped hundreds of clients navigate difficult legal problems during some of the most stressful times of their lives. She strives to provide straightforward, caring, and efficient solutions that fit her client's needs. Sara's clients comment that her approachable nature, ability to translate difficult legal concepts and compassion make them feel at ease.

Sara graduated from Wake Forest University with a Bachelors of the Arts Degree in English and minor in art. Between her undergraduate studies and law school, Sara worked in marketing and public relations. Sara served as the Communications Director for the Pines of Carolina Girl Scout Council and worked with the Empowerment Project in Chapel Hill.

Sara graduated from Campbell University School of Law in 2002. During her time there, Sara served as an intern with Rufus Edmisten, wrote and handled marketing for the Campbell Law Observer and worked as a research assistant in the law library.

Attorney

I was fortunate enough to be mentored during my final year of law school by long-time Pittsboro attorney, Cynthia Perry. She introduced me to the practice of real estate law, which I now love, and is the primary focus of my own practice. Watching the history of Chatham County come to life as I search through deeds and land records, seeing the names of people and places I have known all of my life, is truly amazing. Cindy passing on her expertise and passion for real estate law to me was a true gift.

More importantly, Cindy imparted to me her philosophies on life and the practice of law, focused on humble service to one’s community. After graduating from law school, I was given the incredible opportunity to take over Cindy’s practice as she retired. I now seek to follow in her footsteps, and continue her legacy of excellence and service to Chatham County.

UNC Pembroke (2006 - 2009)
  - BS Chemistry with honors
  - BS Biology with honors

NC State University (2010 - 2011)
  - Graduate coursework in chemistry & genetics
  - Teaching Assistant & Research Assistant

NC Central University School of Law (2011 - 2014)
  - Juris Doctor with honors