Gemma specialises in relationship property, trust and estate disputes, with particular experience in complex relationship property matters involving business structures and assets held in trust. Gemma also has experience in care of children matters.

Gemma appears regularly as counsel in the Family Court and the High Court, and frequently resolves matters confidentially through mediation and negotiation.

Before joining Shortland Chambers, Gemma was a senior associate at Morris, a boutique litigation firm specialising in trust, estate and relationship property disputes.

Gemma has been recognised as a Rising Star in Doyle’s Guide in 2024, 2025 and 2026. She is a member of the Auckland Women Lawyers’ Association and the Family Law Section of the New Zealand Law Society.

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