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Gaby McGrath

Gaby McGrath

Exchange Chambers, North West

Career

Gaby became a tenant of Exchange Chambers in January 2026 following successful completion of her pupillage under the supervision of Alex G. Williams and David Birrell.

Gaby has a busy and varied practice across Crime.

She has gained experience and is regularly instructed in Crown Court hearings, both prosecuting and defending, including:

Drugs Offences Motoring Offences Sexual Offences Offences against the Person Dishonesty Offences POCA proceedings

Alongside her own work, Gaby has assisted senior counsel on more complex matters, including RASSO cases, drug conspiracies, murder trials, and fraud.

Gaby has also gained experience in the Magistrates Court on both Criminal and Regulatory matters. In addition, she has been engaged in inquest work, as she recently represented a family at Warrington Coroner’s Court.

She prides herself in a keen eye for detail and thorough preparation, whilst ensuring she provides a down to earth and personable approach. Gaby is always eager to undertake a new challenge.

Prior to the Bar, Gaby worked as a Senior Litigation Consultant in Employment Law, for over two years. She also worked as a Commercial Litigation and Regulatory Paralegal, where she gained experience of litigation across a broad array of matters including, defamation, competition, clinical negligence, health and safety, and firearms appeals

Memberships

The Northern Circuit

The Honourable Society of Lincoln’s Inn

Education

First Class (Hons) Degree – Law LLB – Queen’s University Belfast

Degree Plus Award – Queen’s University Belfast

Very Competent – BPC – The University of Law

Distinction – Master of Laws – The University of Law

Personal

Outside the Bar, Gaby unwinds by reading, visiting the cinema, playing her guitar, or finding somewhere new to explore.

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