Sarah Feingold aka SarahSays is Etsy’s in-house attorney with real panache for the legal side of being an artist; in fact, she wrote a book on the subject called Copyright for Artists: Quick and Easy Copyright Protection. She works hard to ensure that Etsy is always shaking the hand at the end of the long arm of the law, rather than trying to outrun it. In addition to providing legal counsel for Etsy as a company, Sarah works extra-hard to provide ethical, practical, and understandable legal information for the Etsy community through her many articles and her concise words in the forums. Be sure to check out the articles that she has written for guidance in legalese, and remember she’s only one lawyer – she can’t give everyone a private consultation, but she’s around to make Etsy a better place for you.
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Fun Facts about Sarah:
- Sarah had the setting made for her engagement ring made by Etsy Seller Beyond the Rockz, and had the stone set right here at the Etsy Labs. See for yourself in the video.
- She and her fiancé are going to Ninja training to become Ninjas.
- She is credited with keeping the most candy at her desk, due to her healthy obsession with candy: peeps and M&Ms being among her top picks.
- Unfortunately, her dentist informed her at a recent visit that her candy habit was responsible for seven cavities.
- Using her ruthless powers of persuasion (being a lawyer and all) she had the dentist down to two cavities with the option of parole by the time she left his office.
- Sarah’s office ,which was once referred to as “The Cabana,” is now commonly called the “Lawyer Hole,” thanks to Kelly, and is marked by its tiny door – which is used to keep tall engineers like George away from the candy supply.
- Her parents were disappointed when she decided to go to Law School, because they wanted her to go to Art School. To appease them, she did both.
- Sarah once made news headlines while a passenger on a cruise ship. A rogue wave rolled the Crown Princess at sea while on its way back to New York after a western Caribbean tour. She spoke to a Florida local news station via cellphone from the ship after the incident after which they reported this article. There was also this Forum Thread.
A young, awkward Sarah:
Baby Sarah:
Etsy has had quite a growth spurt in the past year, and we have the awkward pictures to prove it. We’ve been posting a series of About Us pieces to help you get to know the Etsy admin (and since many of us work remotely, for the admin to get to know each other!). You’ve seen the admin badge, and maybe you’re a bit curious about the person behind it! For more on Etsy’s mission and about the company, please see our About page (the link is in the little blue footer of every Etsy page).
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18 comments
Sign in to add your ownweirdwolf says:
Sarah your such a cutie! I love those overalls in your baby picture. Aww..
3 years ago
anda says:
Sarah's desk is my *favorite* desk. Candy break!
3 years ago
juliebcreative says:
hey! i grew up in rochester too! roch cha cha
3 years ago
mermaidclaire says:
Sarah, you are the BEST lawyer ever! I'm still so amazed by the cruise ship incident. And she's a fan of LOST! Wonder if it's related...
3 years ago
replicca says:
Sarah is so wonderful and her articles always helpful. Yay for the geniuses behind Etsy!!
3 years ago
adam says:
you are my favorite lawyer at etsy. snark.
3 years ago
dogties says:
You Rock!
3 years ago
Slowshirts says:
Sarah, just be careful of local new station interviews about natural phenomenons, They can take on a life of their own!
3 years ago
ErinHaldrup says:
Sarah = funtimes + learning experiences !
3 years ago
kokobee says:
i love these 'about us' features! sarah, those overalls in your kiddie photo are so sweet! baby flare!
3 years ago
OhPauleez says:
Sarah! I wanted to study to be a Ninja too! I went to go to my first class, and they had shut down the dojo! Thanks for making lawyers see so fun and friendly
3 years ago
BigSkyDreamer says:
Thanks Sarah. Will buy your book. bj
3 years ago
stangeca says:
Can someone tell me how I can get information on one of your sellers. I placed an order on january 7th, they recieved the paypal payment but I have heard nothing from this person and I just got a autoreply on her personal email that she is very sick. I would like a refund of my money if I am not getting my product. I am not sure if this is the right forum, but the site is confusing and there is a lot of information regarding your customers, the sellers but not thier customers, the buyer. I would assume I am part of the community. If the seller is legit, ok, but if you have had other complaints, I would like to be made aware and would like to know how to go about getting a refund. Thanks,
3 years ago
krishan001 says:
hi... how are you ....im an artist and new here........pls. be in touch. www.krishan.co.in
3 years ago
HighDesertRose says:
Sarah, I think my 3rd grade photo looked a lot like yours. Just a quick hello and thanks for sharing a bit about yourself with the community and to says thanks for all that you do here.
2 years ago
WoodPigeon says:
I wish my parents wanted me to go to art school! lol Its more like they want me to go to law school ; )
2 years ago
miracle999 says:
Sarah, you and your fiance' want to be a ninjas? Let me know, I am 100% Asian. I knew karate, and Judo, and Kung Fu, too. I am miracle999.
1 year ago
CreationsByLava says:
Hi, You have a wonderful picture and a page too with all the art work etc. Its a great site. Something I have been looking out for. Could you kindly let me know the phone number where I could contact to learn about the detailed procedure to start selling my handmade artwork? Kindly email me on vaishali.p.mane@gmail.com or you could reach me on 848-260-0562. Thanks so much, Vaishali
1 year ago