LAWYER PROFILE

Sarah Houghton

UK 2026

Mishcon de Reya LLP

Ranked in 2 practice areas

Competition Law: Private Enforcement: Claimant

London (Firms)

9 years ranked

Group Litigation: Claimant

UK-wide

1 year ranked

Chambers Review

Provided by Chambers

Chambers Guide to the Legal Profession

Competition Law: Private Enforcement: Claimant - London (Firms)

Band 1

Individual Editorial

Sarah Houghton stands out for her ability to represent both individual claimants and class representatives in high-profile claims for damages arising from alleged cartels or abuses of dominance. She often acts on claims against financial services companies.

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Group Litigation: Claimant - UK-wide

Band 4

Individual Editorial

Sarah Houghton is well regarded for her handling of large group claims. She has been particularly instrumental in litigation in the competition space, including acting for claimants in the Competition Appeal Tribunal.

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Strengths

Provided by Chambers

Sarah Houghton is very thorough, gets everything done on time, and has a game plan.
Competition Law: Private Enforcement: ClaimantChambers Guide to the Legal Profession
She is really thoughtful, very clever, sound and solid, and fun to work with.
Competition Law: Private Enforcement: ClaimantChambers Guide to the Legal Profession
She has excellent judgement, and is able to work diplomatically with class representatives and funders. She kept spirits high over the course of the trial.
Competition Law: Private Enforcement: ClaimantChambers Guide to the Legal Profession
Sarah Houghton has market-leading claimant expertise, and is able to navigate complex and novel legal situations, while remaining poised and calm throughout.
Competition Law: Private Enforcement: ClaimantChambers Guide to the Legal Profession
She has a really strong tactical sense in a case, so is able to give really clear steer on what are the important issues in a case and which issues you'd want to settle.
Competition Law: Private Enforcement: ClaimantChambers Guide to the Legal Profession
Sarah is really good. I've seen her handle some tricky dynamics in group actions. She does a fantastic job with all the different stakeholders and she's very pleasant to work with.
Group Litigation: ClaimantChambers Guide to the Legal Profession