New Direction Family Law has a combined 80 years of experience protecting the rights of our clients in family law matters. Our holistic approach allows us to provide high-quality, individualized attention to individuals in Wake county, Durham county and Johnston county, North Carolina.
Sarah J. Hink
Attorney/Managing Partner, Parenting Coordinator
Focus Areas: Family Law, Parenting Coordination, High Conflict Child Custody Disputes, Child Support, High Conflict Divorce, Complex Property Division, Post Separation Support, Alimony, Family Law Litigation, Separation Agreements, Mediation and more.
Experience: Over 10 years
Practice Areas: Wake & Durham counties
Sarah J. Hink
Attorney/Managing Partner, Parenting Coordinator
Focus Areas: Family Law, Parenting Coordination, High Conflict Child Custody Disputes, Child Support, High Conflict Divorce, Complex Property Division, Post Separation Support, Alimony, Family Law Litigation, Separation Agreements, Mediation and more.
Experience: Over 9 years
Practice Areas: Wake & Durham counties
Professional Background
Sarah J. Hink is a managing partner at New Direction Family Law who exclusively practices family law and focuses on high-conflict and complex cases. She has dedicated her career to advocating for clients with a focus on effective communication, empathy, and legal excellence. Sarah is calm and poised in and out of the courtroom and forms a pragmatic approach to each case. With experience navigating contentious and complex cases, Sarah brings the attention and advocacy clients deserve to secure their best interests.
Sarah has practiced family law exclusively since being licensed by the North Carolina Bar, with regular practice in Wake and Durham Counties. She is also trained as a parenting coordinator, offering guidance to families dealing with high-conflict custody situations. Her ability to balance patience and candidness helps deescalate conflict and maintain a focus on the best interests of the children involved.
Education and Credentials
Sarah earned her Bachelor’s degree from Appalachian State University. After working in the legal field for two years following her undergraduate studies, she attended Campbell University School of Law. While attending law school, she gained valuable experience in programs like Wills for Heroes and the 50B Project, a joint effort with Legal Aid to provide representation for victims of domestic violence. Sarah remains committed to these causes and volunteers with the Legal Aid 50B project as an advisor to students.
Sarah is a trained parenting coordinator, has been named as a Rising Star in Family Law by North Carolina Super Lawyers since 2022, and has a high ranking on Avvo. She is a member of the Tenth Judicial District Bar, the North Carolina State Bar, The North Carolina Bar Association, Wake Women Attorneys, and the Family Law Section of the North Carolina Bar Association. Her extensive legal background and dedication to serving her clients have made her a respected figure in the legal community.
Approach to Clients
Sarah is dedicated to providing her clients with personalized attention, quality legal advice, and strong advocacy. She understands that navigating the legal world can be intimidating, and she works to ensure her clients feel supported throughout the process. Whether in settlement negotiations or in court, Sarah is a zealous advocate who fights for her clients’ best interests, ensuring they find the stability and security needed to move forward.
Community Involvement
Sarah has strong roots in Raleigh, North Carolina, where she was born and raised. She enjoys supporting local businesses and charity organizations, with a special interest in animal rescues, having adopted her dogs Rosy and Junebug from local shelters. Sarah is an advocate for giving back to the community and encourages others to do the same.
Contact Us
Today
If you need an experienced attorney who can guide you through high-conflict custody and other family law issues, contact Sarah J. Hink by calling (919) 714-3970 or fill out the contact form.
Contact Us
Today
If you need an experienced attorney who can guide you through high-conflict custody and other family law issues, contact Sarah J. Hink by calling (919) 714-3970 or fill out the contact form.
