Sarah Barnard
About Sarah Barnard
Sarah Barnard serves as the COO and Legal Counsel at Nakhoda, having joined in 2021. She has a diverse background in law, including roles at Linklaters and experience in education.
Current Role at Linklaters
Sarah Barnard serves as the Chief Operating Officer and Legal Counsel at Nakhoda, a position she has held since 2021. In this role, she oversees operational strategies and legal compliance, ensuring that the organization meets its objectives effectively. Her extensive experience in legal practice supports her responsibilities in managing legal risks and advising on regulatory matters.
Previous Experience at Linklaters
Prior to her current role, Sarah Barnard worked at Linklaters in various capacities. She was a Senior Lawyer in the Legal & Risk department from 2019 to 2021. Before that, she served as a U.S. Associate from 2011 to 2017 and as a Senior U.S. Associate from 2017 to 2018. Additionally, she worked as a Risk Lawyer for a brief period in 2019. Her tenure at Linklaters spans nearly a decade, providing her with comprehensive insights into the legal landscape.
Educational Background
Sarah Barnard completed her Juris Doctor degree at Northwestern University School of Law from 2008 to 2011. Prior to that, she earned a Master of Science in Secondary Education from Pace University, where she studied from 2005 to 2007. Her undergraduate studies were at The Johns Hopkins University, where she obtained a Bachelor of Arts in English and Sociology from 2001 to 2005.
Early Career Experience
Before entering the legal field, Sarah Barnard worked as an Operations Associate at DonorsChoose.org from 2007 to 2008. She also gained teaching experience as a Middle School English and Social Studies teacher at the NYC Department of Education from 2005 to 2007. These roles contributed to her skill set in operations and education, which she later applied in her legal career.