About Sarah Townsend
Sarah joined Hodge Jones & Allen in 2011 assisting fee earners in the firm’s Personal Injury team with a wide variety of cases. She now has her own caseload including road traffic accidents (specialising in claims against untraced drivers), accidents at work and public and occupiers liability cases.
"Sarah was fantastic, she kept me up to date and made things so much easier for me."
Notable Cases
- Acted for a cyclist who was knocked off their bike when the Defendant’s vehicle turned across their path and collided with them. The Claimant sustained a soft tissue injury to their ankle, a facial laceration and a specific phobia of cycling. The driver of the vehicle could not be traced so a claim was submitted to the Motor Insurers Bureau under the Untraced Driver’s Agreement. Liability was admitted. The case settled for £7,200.00
- Acted for a passenger in a vehicle which was hit when the Defendant’s vehicle emerged from a side road and collided with the side of their car. The Claimant sustained soft tissue injuries to her neck and back and suffered from tinnitus. Liability was admitted by the Defendant’s insurer and the case settled for £6,200.00
Client Comments
- “Great service from HJA, exceeded my expectations. My case took over one year to resolve and Sarah kept me informed every step of the way with a good outcome.”
- “HJA are the best solicitors around, their professionalism and communication is second to none. They helped me with my case and had answers to all my questions. This made the experience one of ease and made me feel relaxed and confident that I was in the right hands to win my case, which I did. Thank you for your support. I highly recommend HJA for any legal support you might need.”
- “Dear Sarah, Thank you so much as words can’t be describe all on paper. It’s quiet evident that you put a lot of effort and without your help I would not have achieve this result. I appreciate everything you have done for me and wish you always ‘Best of luck in your future endeavours’. Sincerely, Sucurro.”
- “Hodge Jones & Allen dealt with my case smoothly and professionally. Sarah handled my case efficiently and kept me updated throughout. Would definitely Recommend”
- “My experience as a client with Hodge, Jones & Allen has been great. Sarah Townsend was my solicitor and she has kept me informed, up to date with regular emails etc all the way through my claim with an accident I had. The offer from the other party wasn’t great and Sarah fought very hard to get me a better offer. I’m very happy with the outcome and couldn’t recommend Sarah highly enough of you are in need of a solicitor.”
- “My experience as a client with Hodge Jones & Allen has been great. Sarah Townsend has kept me informed, up to date with regular emails etc all the way through my claim with an accident I had. The offer from the other party wasn’t great and Sarah fought very hard to get me a better offer. I’m very happy with the outcome and couldn’t recommend Sarah highly enough if you are in need of a solicitor.”
- “Many thanks for your excellent work on my behalf. I am pleased with the outcome result of my case and thank you for your best friendly support. Will definitely share with a friend who is in need. Thank you and the Team so much.” M.Bharadia
"Throughout my personal injury claim Sarah has continued to be a great confidant, mentor & guide. She respected my limited knowledge of the law & guided my struggles both professionally & personally with her irrepressible charm & passion for the work of acting on my behalf. Sarah has shown herself to be reliable, diligent & persistent in the work of bringing my claim to a satisfactory end. Thank you so much Sarah for all your kindness & support throughout these last years."
- “Sarah Townsend was truly exceptional for me. Everything was explained to me, and my case was delt etih professional and promptly. I would highly recommend Hodge Jone & Allen and especially Sarah Townsend.”
- “I have the utmost respect and trust in our representatives and there has been consistency in communication. I would highly recommend Hodge Jones & Allen.”
- “The whole experience was very professional. Sarah Townsend kept me informed every step of the process which left me with no queries. Wonderful service and highly recommended. Thanks ever so much Sarah…”
Memberships & Appointments
- Fellow of the Chartered Institute of Legal Executives
- APIL (Association of Personal Injury Solicitors)
Career & Personal Interests
Career
- Associate – Hodge Jones & Allen May 2023 – present
- Chartered Legal Executive – Hodge Jones & Allen, September 2020 – April 2023
- Paralegal – Hodge Jones & Allen, 2012 – 2020
- Administrative Assistant – Hodge Jones & Allen Solicitor, 2011 – 2012
- Claims Technician – QBE Insurance, 2011
- Administrator – Crown Prosecution Service, 2009 – 2011
Education
- CILEX Diploma in Law and Practice
- University of Reading, MA English
- University of Reading, BA English Literature
Personal Interests
Sarah is interested in music and sings with a local choir every week. She also enjoys reading and loves to travel. Having lived in Detroit for 3 years, Sarah still follows all Detroit-based sports teams but remains a loyal supporter of Coventry City FC as well.