Gemma is a Director, Solicitor, Collaborative Lawyer, Law Society Accredited Mediator and Hybrid Mediator committed to the constructive resolution of family disputes. Gemma is a member of Resolution and the Family Mediation Council.
Gemma specialises in dealing with the financial and children issues that can arise following separation, divorce or civil partnership dissolution with a particular expertise in financial matters involving pension funds, inherited wealth, business assets and in children matters involving issues relating to parental responsibility, parenting arrangements, removal from the jurisdiction. Gemma works regularly with LGBTQ+ families and the complex legal issues that can arise within such family structures.
Gemma encourages an interdisciplinary approach to help achieve the best possible outcome for her clients and works closely alongside financial advisers, accountants, therapists and counsellors. Her objective is to ensure the emotional and financial issues arising from personal relationships and separation are dealt with as well as the legal ones to help people find longer term solutions and to help them move on positively with their lives.
Before joining the firm Gemma obtained a first-class honours in the Family Law elective within her Law degree at Sheffield University, where she also secured a postgraduate diploma in Legal Practice with a distinction. After leaving academia Gemma worked for 12 years at a large regional law firm before joining Family Law Partners in 2017 having been attracted by the firm’s values and ethos as well as their innovative and forward-thinking approach to helping families through separation.
Gemma promotes a non-confrontational approach to resolving family issues to minimise conflict and always focuses on solutions that are in the best interests of any children.
Gemma has been consistently recognised in the Chambers UK directory and is described as “a very keen and ambitious lawyer” and “Gemma is exceptionally committed to her role and her advice is exceptional.”
The 2026 edition reports: “Gemma is kind and approachable but professional and no-nonsense when necessary. She is a real asset to the firm.”
Gemma is also ranked in The Legal 500 UK, where she is a Next Gen Partner in the 2026 edition. Previous editorial comments have included: “Gemma Hope’s attention to detail is second to none- no stone is left unturned” and “Gemma Hope is a very compassionate and dedicated lawyer who always goes the extra mile. Gemma is extremely hardworking and able, but with an approachable and considerate style.”
Her recognition in the Legal 500 UK has also praised her mediation skills:
“Gemma is supportive of other up-and-coming mediators. Focused and skilled mediator.”
“A very clever lawyer who is dedicated to her client’s and works hard to achieve positive outcomes for them.”
“Gemma has excellent knowledge in her field, along with a very personable nature.”
Gemma’s SRA number: 377984
Gemma enjoys rock climbing, hiking, winter mountaineering, yoga, pilates and cycling.
she works extremely hard for her clients to achieve the best outcome
"Gemma has excellent knowledge in her field, along with a very personable nature. I felt that she has always given me the best possible advice and service and I completely trusted her judgement and ability. Gemma made sure I was...
