Sara is a UK-qualified solicitor specialising in privacy, data protection, AI governance and regulatory compliance. She has extensive experience advising organisations on compliance with the UK GDPR, EU GDPR, PECR and broader international data protection requirements, including relevant US privacy frameworks.

Her background spans legal and compliance roles within a leading UK law firm, a statutory regulator, financial services and the not-for-profit sector, giving her a practical understanding of how privacy and regulatory obligations apply across a wide range of organisations.

Sara advises on all aspects of data protection compliance, including privacy notices, data protection policies, data processing agreements, records of processing activities, data subject access requests and other data subject rights requests, personal data breaches, international data transfers, lawful basis and legitimate interests assessments, and wider privacy compliance programmes.

She also has significant experience advising on the governance and responsible deployment of artificial intelligence. Her work includes reviewing AI tools and technology suppliers, conducting Data Protection Impact Assessments (DPIAs) and AI risk assessments, advising on automated decision-making and transparency requirements, and helping organisations implement practical AI governance frameworks and policies.

Known for providing pragmatic and commercially focused advice, Sara works closely with business areas such as information security, procurement, HR and knowledge to help organisations manage privacy risks while supporting innovation. She has advised on the implementation of numerous technology and AI solutions, translating complex legal and regulatory requirements into clear, practical recommendations.

Sara is admitted as a Solicitor of the Senior Courts of England and Wales (SRA No. 7009980). She is a native Portuguese speaker and fluent in English and Spanish, enabling her to work effectively with clients across multiple jurisdictions.