Sarah Belger

Partner at Quarles & Brady LLP

Sarah Belger is a partner at Quarles & Brady LLP, specializing in employment law and business litigation. Here are some key details about her:

Professional Background

Sarah Belger is a trial lawyer who focuses on complex employment-related litigation and disputes involving restrictive covenants, business torts, and trade secret litigation.1 2 She represents both plaintiffs and defendants in cases involving noncompete agreements, confidentiality agreements, and trade secret theft.2

Areas of Expertise

Labor & Employment Law
Trade Secrets and Unfair Competition
Appellate Law
Employment Litigation and Dispute Resolution
Internal Investigations and Compliance1

Industries Served

Belger's work covers various industries, including:

Government contractors
Professional services
Information technology
Health care
Hospitality
Nonprofit organizations
Utilities2

Legal Approach

Known for her pragmatic business communication and listening skills, clients praise Sarah's extensive knowledge of their business and her ability to provide common-sense advice. She finds creative solutions to business issues and aggressively represents her clients' interests in court when necessary.2

Education

J.D. from George Washington University Law School (high honors, 2004)
B.A. from Washington and Lee University (magna cum laude, 1999)1

Recognition

Sarah Belger has been recognized in several legal publications:

Best Lawyers in America® (2019-2023: Employment Law: Management)
Virginia Business Magazine "Legal Elite" (2015-2017, 2020: Labor & Employment)
Washington D.C. Super Lawyers® "Rising Stars" (2013-2017: Employment Litigation: Defense, Employment and Labor)2

Professional Activities

She frequently speaks on employment law issues and has presented numerous continuing legal education topics to Virginia attorneys. Belger also regularly provides training to private companies and government entities on topics such as ethics, protecting corporate assets, internal investigations, discipline, and workplace accommodations.1 2