Sharon Auton

Sharon is a Chartered Legal Executive and accredited mediator with a career spanning over two decades in civil and commercial litigation, specialising in contentious trust and probate. Her journey into law was far from conventional—after leaving school post-sixth form and working in banking and at the University of Essex, she discovered her passion for law through evening classes and self-funded her legal studies via the CILEX route, all while raising a young family. Driven by determination and a love for lifelong learning, Sharon rose through the legal ranks to become an equity partner and Head of Department—the first CILEX Fellow to do so in her firm’s 143-year history. Today, she works full-time as a mediator, helping parties resolve disputes constructively and collaboratively. Sharon believes in the power of perseverance, authenticity, and challenging convention. Her story is a testament to carving your own path, embracing opportunity, and staying true to who you are.