Sarah B. Christie

Sarah B. Christie, a partner at Hassett and Donnelly, P.C., is renowned for her courtroom prowess, with a significant track record of jury trial victories across Massachusetts and Connecticut. She expertly handles complex cases, including construction defects, catastrophic injuries, wrongful deaths, and high-profile environmental litigations related to oil spills and exposure to hazardous materials like mold, asbestos, and volatile organic compounds.

Sarah’s expertise in business law enhances her practice in Intellectual Property, Trademark, and Copyright Litigation. She has successfully defended numerous complex trademark violations and intellectual property disputes. Her considerable experience also extends to the hospitality industry, defending clients in dram shop, negligent security, and premises liability cases.

Educationally, Sarah earned her Juris Doctor from Georgetown University Law Center and a Bachelor of Business Administration cum laude from the University of Massachusetts at Amherst. Her academic achievements provide a strong foundation for her legal expertise and advocacy skills.

Sarah’s deep commitment to the legal community is reflected in her service on advisory committees for U.S. Senators Edward M. Kennedy and John Kerry, where she played a key role in evaluating and recommending candidates for federal judicial appointments. She has also served on the Merit Selection Panel for U.S. Magistrate Judges, further underscoring her leadership, credibility, and influence within the legal profession.

Through her diverse practice areas and involvement in significant legal and community roles, Sarah B. Christie has established herself as a leader in the legal community, adept at navigating complex legal challenges and advocating for her client’s best interests. Her professional journey reflects a deep commitment to legal excellence and service.

Law Office Affiliations

• Partner, Hassett & Donnelly, P.C
• Fellow, Litigation Counsel of America
• Member, Massachusetts Bar Association
• Member, Connecticut Bar Association
• Member, Federal Bar Association
• Member, Defense Research Institute (DRI)
• Member, Claims and Litigation Management Alliance (CLM)
• Member, Massachusetts Defense Lawyers Association (MassDLA)

Licensed State

• Massachusetts
• Connecticut

Education

• Georgetown University Law Center
  Juris Doctor (JD)
• University of Massachusetts at Amherst
  Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA)

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