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Gemma graduated from Hull University with an honours degree in Law in 2000. She undertook the Legal Practice Course in 2000-2001 at York for which she gained a distinction.  She qualified as a Solicitor in 2003 since which she has specialised in Family Law.

Gemma has considerable experience in all aspects of family work including divorce, separation, cohabitation and civil partnership dissolutions and is a member of the Law Society’s Family Law Accreditation scheme.  She has an extensive and detailed knowledge of ancillary relief practice and procedure and regularly assists clients in resolving their finances following separation.

Gemma also advises on all aspects of private and public law children matters especially in relation to residence, contact and care proceedings. She routinely represents clients in the Magistrates / Family Proceedings Court as well as the County Court.

Most Saturday’s in the winter months Gemma can be found on a freezing cold hockey pitch where she plays for Brigg Ladies 1st XI in an attempt to keep fit and active. She also plays Netball in the Humberside league and often goes walking in the Lake District or other areas with challenging terrain!

To discuss in more detail how Gemma can help with your family concerns and other legal matters, please contact her on 01427 676231 or gemma.garfoot@burtondyson.com.