Sara S. Van Strydonck will join the Ontario County District Attorney’s Office next week as Chief First Assistant District Attorney, District Attorney Jason MacBride announced.
Van Strydonck brings more than 20 years of prosecutorial experience to the position. Most recently, she served as an assistant district attorney in Monroe County, where she held several senior leadership roles, including bureau chief in the Special Victims Unit.
Her work has focused on the prosecution of felony cases involving child abuse, sexual assault, domestic violence, and homicide. She has also supervised and mentored prosecutors handling complex and high-profile cases.
In her new role, Van Strydonck will serve as part of the office’s executive leadership team and will work alongside First Assistant District Attorney James Nobles to oversee legal operations, support staff, and help manage case administration throughout the county.
Van Strydonck is a graduate of the University at Buffalo School of Law, where she earned her law degree cum laude. She also holds a bachelor’s degree in political science from the University of Michigan. She is admitted to practice law in New York State and has received multiple awards for her work in victim advocacy and prosecution.
MacBride said Van Strydonck’s experience and background will strengthen the office’s ability to handle serious felony cases and maintain professional standards.
Van Strydonck is expected to begin her new position next week.
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