Sarah Jacobs joined the Ruben Law Firm staff, in the Spring of 2021. Based on Sarah’s experience in the family law field, she has had the opportunity to handle a wide range of cases across all areas of family law, including custody, child support, divorce, modifications, adoptions, guardianships, and more. Sarah is based out of our Westminster location, but is able to help clients throughout Maryland.

Sarah strives to be upfront with her clients. She wants them to be comfortable with her, even during a consultation. She wants them to know that she hears them, but that she is also going to tell them what she thinks can happen. Sarah approaches all cases with the mindset that they are going to litigate, but she also recognizes that settling is sometimes the better option.

Sarah has been known to be fair and honest when it comes to preparing a client for Court or for other aspects of the case. She is not the pushy type, but she is the assertive type, and she will explain the good, the bad, and the ugly. Sarah helps clients who need guidance, but also someone to help with the emotional aspects of their situation. She is compassionate but firm as well.

As an attorney, Sarah feels that attorneys are there to help clients make rational decisions and to take the litigation or legal stress off their shoulders. She wants her clients to feel at ease when going through a difficult situation.

Philosophy and Approach

  • A good lawyer is one who not only listens, but applies incoming knowledge appropriately.
  • A lawyer should never judge their clients, but instead understand their circumstances and situation.
  • The trust that lies between a lawyer and their client should never be broken.
  • Lead with kindness, but use your determination and strength as a asset.

Awards/Credentials

  • Super Lawyers Award 2016-2021, 2023, 2024, 2025, 2026, 2027
  • Americans Most Honored Lawyers Award 2025
  • Top Attorneys in Maryland Award 2024, 2025
  • Volunteer at the Howard County Family Law Program
  • Circuit Court of Baltimore City Mediator
  • Notary public of the State of Maryland Since 2001
  • Elite Lawyer Award 2024 and 2025
  • MyLegalWin Top Attorney Award 2025 
  • America’s Top Women of Distinction in Law – 2026

     

Memberships

  • Member of the Maryland Bar since 2012
  • Howard County Bar Association – Member
  • Carroll County Bar Association – Member 
  • Maryland Association of Justice, Family Law Section – Member since 2015, Co-Chair of Family Law Section 2024, 2025, 2026
  • Women’s Bar Association of Maryland- Baltimore County, Baltimore City, and Carroll County Chapter, Member since 2026, Board member since 2026
  • Federal Bar (2016)

Education

  • University Of Baltimore School Of Law (2011)
  • Stevenson University (2006)