Gabrielle Richardson

Child Care

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Gabrielle Richardson

Associate Solicitor and Resolution accredited private children advocacy

Gabrielle is an Associate Solicitor in the Child Care Law department.

Child Care, Domestic Abuse

gabrielle.richardson@switalskis.com

Switalskis Solicitors Ltd
Floor 9 West Village, 114 Wellington Street
Leeds
LS1 1BA

Gabrielle is a domestic abuse and childcare solicitor in Leeds. She is also a Resolution accredited specialist in private children law and advocacy, which is recognition of her skill, expertise and knowledge in private children law matters

Gabrielle is a highly skilled domestic abuse and child care solicitor with two years of experience in family and child law. Based in the Switalskis Leeds office, Gabrielle is dedicated to providing compassionate and effective legal support. She advises survivors of domestic abuse and parents who are involved in court proceedings.

Gabrielle’s specialisms include:

  • Securing injunctions, including non-molestation orders and occupation orders
  • Child care proceedings, representing parents in child cases brought by local authorities
  • Parental disputes about child arrangements
  • Special guardianship orders so that children can be cared for by other adults in their lives
  • Assessing and applying for legal aid for clients

If you need expert legal assistance with domestic violence or childcare issues, contact Gabrielle for a confidential consultation.

APPROACH

Gabrielle adopts a friendly and compassionate approach when interacting with her clients.  She understands that family proceedings can be incredibly difficult for all involved and will do all she can to make her client’s feel at ease. 

Gabrielle provides clear and advice that is tailored to the individual needs of each of her clients. 

At all times, Gabrielle will ensure that her client understands how the court process works and how their case will be progressed at each stage.

 Gabrielle takes pride in her work and ensuring that her clients always feel listened to.

EXPERIENCE

Gabrielle has been involved in complex cases, including:

  • Complex medical cases – including non-accidental injuries to a child
  • Capacity issues impacting upon adults
  • Domestic violence and abuse
  • Child arrangement orders

"Couldn’t have asked for a better legal team to help deal with my case. Professional, reassuring and supportive throughout.


Gabrielle oversaw everything, made sure I understood all the facts, and provided the best legal advice for my situation. Both Emelia and herself were incredibly helpful in making sure I had a clear understanding of everything I needed to know, and I felt at ease knowing I had these two lovely ladies representing me and my case. I genuinely couldn’t have done this without them and I am so grateful.

I would recommend the team to anyone and would absolutely use them again in the future if needed. The level of care and service I received went above and beyond. I know this is their job, but they have a real way of making you feel like you matter and that you can fully trust them and their judgement."

T Wright
Domestic violence client

I went to Switalskis due to Family court proceedings. Gabby took on my case after a disaster with a different firm and I couldn’t have asked for anyone better. From the very beginning she was very professional as well as being caring and supportive.

I wouldn’t want or trust anyone else to assist me and would highly recommend Gabby to anyone.

N Joyce
Private children law client

ACCREDITATIONS AND AWARDS

Resolution specialist accreditation logoLegal 500 leading firm 2025 logoYorkshire Legal Awards 2023 Winners of Law Firm of the Year LargeModern Law Award shortlisted family law team logoLogo of The LEGAL 500 top tier 2024
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