Gemma Windle

Specialisms

Gemma is a specialist family lawyer accredited by Resolution in both Private Children Law and Domestic Abuse.

Her practice focuses on complex children cases including allegations of domestic abuse, parental alienation, non-accidental injuries, and sexual abuse. Gemma also regularly represents parents in national and international relocation cases.

Gemma is described in the Legal 500 as:

“an incredible lawyer; her cases are always in order; she provides superb advice and has a really good natural instinct for this area of law. She is hard to beat in the area and there are few London lawyers, or even partners, who can match her.”

Approach

Gemma is dedicated to protecting children’s welfare whilst providing strategic, compassionate, support to parents navigating high-conflict disputes. She offers clear and pragmatic advice to assist parents to make informed decisions based on their individual needs, striving to resolve matters in the most efficient and cost-effective way.

To ensure a holistic approach, Gemma works closely with a trusted network of professionals including barristers, psychologists, domestic abuse practitioners, child inclusive mediators, and independent social workers.

As a member of Resolution, Gemma is committed to a constructive and collaborative approach to resolving disputes.

Training & employment

Gemma studied the LPC and GDL at BBP Law School, in 2015, attaining distinctions in both and winning the Hertfordshire Law Society award for academic achievement. She began working in public law (child care proceedings) in 2015 as a Paralegal before qualifying as a Family Solicitor in March 2020.

Outside of work

Outside of work Gemma loves to travel and enjoys running, baking and spending time with her young family. She also volunteers with a charity offering pro bono work to families in need.

Pro bono work

Gemma volunteers with Both Parents Matter, a charity dedicated to ensuring that every child has the opportunity to maintain meaningful relationships with both parents and their wider family after separation.

Gemma has acted pro bono in several cases involving domestic abuse.