Sarah Walters

Sarah Walters is a highly experienced trial lawyer specializing in white collar criminal defense, regulatory enforcement, compliance matters, and complex civil litigation. Currently serving as a Partner at Ropes & Gray LLP since April 2024, Walters previously held the same title at McDermott Will & Emery LLP from 2017 to April 2024. Prior experience includes leading the Economic Crimes Unit as Chief at the United States Attorney's Office from September 2007 to April 2017, where responsibilities involved supervising prosecutions of various economic crimes and serving as lead prosecutor in federal jury trials. Walters began her legal career as an associate at Goodwin Procter LLP before becoming a partner at Nutter, McClennen & Fish LLP, where notable cases were tried to verdict. Educational credentials include a JD from Boston College Law School and a BA in European History and Economics from the University of Pennsylvania.