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Gabriella MacDonald

Rochester, NY

Licensed for 6 years

Law Degree

Awards

Primary Practice Area

Child custody

Language

English

About

Gabriella MacDonald, Esq. was born and raised in Monroe County. She is a graduate of the New York State University at Buffalo Law School, while she was there she recieved awards for a Public Service Honor, and the CALI award, which recognizes her outstanding achievements in trial advocacy.  While attending law school, Ms. MacDonald spent time as a teaching assistant, she was a member of the UB Law School Mock Trial Team, and she was an active member of the Erie County Woman’s Bar Association. During her spare time she volunteers coaching high school mock trial students, in 2017 her team won first place. Ms. MacDonald’s practical experience includes internships with the New York State Attorney General’s Office, the Children’s Legal Center, the Boston Public School District’s Office of Legal Counsel, the Erie County Family Court Help Desk and the United States District Court for the Western District of New York.  Ms. MacDonald took her first case to trial on the first day she was admitted to practice law, and she won. She worked for the Militellow Law firm after being admitted to the bar until the Fall of 2018, after which she branched out and started her own practice. Her outstanding trial advocacy skills and practical approach to handling cases make her a valued member of her community.

Practices Areas

Criminal Defense

Child custody

Divorce and separation

Family

Language

English

Contact

2480 Browncroft BoulevardRochester, NY, 14625 Office (585) 204-7330 2480 Browncroft BoulevardRochester, NY, 14625 Office (585) 204-7330(585) 204-7330

Office: (585) 670-6603

Website: N/A

Reviews

Chris
June 24, 2016

Gabriella was very helpful to me in completing my divorce settlement. She was very professional and made herself available to me whenever I needed her. She was always on time with everything and made the process much less stressful for me. I would highly recommend her to anyone in need of assistance with their divorce.

Katie
October 26, 2018

Hiring Attorney Gabriella MacDonald was one of the BEST decisions I have ever made! She came highly recommended from a co-worker (who also happens to be in law) and she was exactly what I needed. From the beginning, attorney MacDonald listened to me and explained that I was not wrong, and that the petitioner was reaching and throwing everything possible at the wall to see what would stick! Gabriella offered guidance and support when I needed it most in a topic foreign to me. From the very first consultation to our court date, and to the explanation and distribution of the new signed order, Gabriella walked me through each step, told me what was the norm in regards to my case, and listened when I explained my fears. I retained attorney Gabriella MacDonald immediately after our consultation and will continue to have her assist me in all future instances as they arise. It has been wonderful knowing I have someone backing me and speaking on my behalf, saying the things that I'm unable to. My situation is ongoing for now... with hopes of an end in sight (God willing), but as the need arises in the future, I will NOT hesitate to contact her and retain attorney MacDonald again. Her patience and guidance regarding my endless questions, concerns and fears was unwavering. She will fight for what's right, and she is assertive with making sure things are MADE RIGHT! Thank you, attorney Gabriella MacDonald, for making this entire process just a little bit easier.

Katie
September 20, 2021

Gabriella is the Best, I hired her for a complicated child support case, she was honest, and upfront with me from the very beginning! She knows what she is doing, she was always quick to respond to me if I reached out on phone or via email, she was very patient with me with all my questions always reassuring all would be ok when I would get worked up or nervous. Best choice I ever made was to Hire her! And we WON!!!!!!! She is worth EVERY PENNY you will NOT be disappointed! ;-0)

Ashley
March 22, 2021

I worked with Gabriella when I was in high school and my parents were going through a nasty custody battle. She managed to make the situation much easier on me and my family.

Zach
March 7, 2021

Professional, friendly, knowledgeable, and extremely fast and efficient. I'm completely satisfied.

anonymous
January 25, 2021

Working with Gabriella MacDonald was the best decision I made when my divorce paperwork seemed to have been stalled. That is when I call Gabriella this was Dec 18, 2020 I was able to get an appointment with her on Dec 21, 2020. In the meeting she was very clear on what she need to receive too get the paperwork filed correctly. I got the needed paperwork from the county clerk’s office and sent the documents to Gabriella.. The most important document was the settlement documents that I had signed on October 1st. I had copies of all the form that Gabriella needed so I sent them to her by email on the 22nd of Dec. On 01/05/2021 Gabriella filed the amended paperwork with the county clerk; the judge signed the divorce papers on the 01/08/2021 just 3 days after the paperwork had been filed with the county Clerk to say Gabriella is a miracle worker is the understatement of the year! The experience was all very professional, after the first phone call I was completely at ease and know she would take care of everything. If I have any other legal needs Gabriella MacDonald will be my only call.

Steven
December 15, 2020

Gabriella stayed in constant contact with me during my divorce and represented me professionally and in a timely manner. She updated anytime there was a change with any of my documents and when a step was started and completed. I would recommend her for your legal needs. Her professionalism and communication is top class. If I could describe her in one word I would choose Legendary.

Sarah
July 27, 2020

Gabriella was fantastic. Walked me through the whole separation process and my divorce. She was recommended to me by my sister. Was direct and personable all at the same time. She was a huge help. Very communicative. Responded back quickly whenever I had questions no matter how big or silly they were. Definitely fights for you. Made the whole process as quick and efficient as possible. From start to finish I never once questioned my decision to hire her on the spot directly after my initial consult. Thank you so much for all that you did for me. Will definitely use her in the future if needed.

anonymous
July 25, 2020

I hired Gabriella to handle my divorce and she did an excellent professional job. She made everything extremely easy on my end. I would highly recommend her services!

anonymous
February 19, 2020

She was a very understanding and compassionate person. She tried to bring the court case to an end as soon as possible due to my child involved. The other lawyer had other plans. In the end she calmed my fears each step of the way and won the case. Thank you so much!!!

Chris
June 24, 2016

Gabriella was very helpful to me in completing my divorce settlement. She was very professional and made herself available to me whenever I needed her. She was always on time with everything and made the process much less stressful for me. I would highly recommend her to anyone in need of assistance with their divorce.

Katie
October 26, 2018

Hiring Attorney Gabriella MacDonald was one of the BEST decisions I have ever made! She came highly recommended from a co-worker (who also happens to be in law) and she was exactly what I needed. From the beginning, attorney MacDonald listened to me and explained that I was not wrong, and that the petitioner was reaching and throwing everything possible at the wall to see what would stick! Gabriella offered guidance and support when I needed it most in a topic foreign to me. From the very first consultation to our court date, and to the explanation and distribution of the new signed order, Gabriella walked me through each step, told me what was the norm in regards to my case, and listened when I explained my fears. I retained attorney Gabriella MacDonald immediately after our consultation and will continue to have her assist me in all future instances as they arise. It has been wonderful knowing I have someone backing me and speaking on my behalf, saying the things that I'm unable to. My situation is ongoing for now... with hopes of an end in sight (God willing), but as the need arises in the future, I will NOT hesitate to contact her and retain attorney MacDonald again. Her patience and guidance regarding my endless questions, concerns and fears was unwavering. She will fight for what's right, and she is assertive with making sure things are MADE RIGHT! Thank you, attorney Gabriella MacDonald, for making this entire process just a little bit easier.

Katie
September 20, 2021

Gabriella is the Best, I hired her for a complicated child support case, she was honest, and upfront with me from the very beginning! She knows what she is doing, she was always quick to respond to me if I reached out on phone or via email, she was very patient with me with all my questions always reassuring all would be ok when I would get worked up or nervous. Best choice I ever made was to Hire her! And we WON!!!!!!! She is worth EVERY PENNY you will NOT be disappointed! ;-0)

Ashley
March 22, 2021

I worked with Gabriella when I was in high school and my parents were going through a nasty custody battle. She managed to make the situation much easier on me and my family.

Zach
March 7, 2021

Professional, friendly, knowledgeable, and extremely fast and efficient. I'm completely satisfied.

anonymous
January 25, 2021

Working with Gabriella MacDonald was the best decision I made when my divorce paperwork seemed to have been stalled. That is when I call Gabriella this was Dec 18, 2020 I was able to get an appointment with her on Dec 21, 2020. In the meeting she was very clear on what she need to receive too get the paperwork filed correctly. I got the needed paperwork from the county clerk’s office and sent the documents to Gabriella.. The most important document was the settlement documents that I had signed on October 1st. I had copies of all the form that Gabriella needed so I sent them to her by email on the 22nd of Dec. On 01/05/2021 Gabriella filed the amended paperwork with the county clerk; the judge signed the divorce papers on the 01/08/2021 just 3 days after the paperwork had been filed with the county Clerk to say Gabriella is a miracle worker is the understatement of the year! The experience was all very professional, after the first phone call I was completely at ease and know she would take care of everything. If I have any other legal needs Gabriella MacDonald will be my only call.

Steven
December 15, 2020

Gabriella stayed in constant contact with me during my divorce and represented me professionally and in a timely manner. She updated anytime there was a change with any of my documents and when a step was started and completed. I would recommend her for your legal needs. Her professionalism and communication is top class. If I could describe her in one word I would choose Legendary.

Sarah
July 27, 2020

Gabriella was fantastic. Walked me through the whole separation process and my divorce. She was recommended to me by my sister. Was direct and personable all at the same time. She was a huge help. Very communicative. Responded back quickly whenever I had questions no matter how big or silly they were. Definitely fights for you. Made the whole process as quick and efficient as possible. From start to finish I never once questioned my decision to hire her on the spot directly after my initial consult. Thank you so much for all that you did for me. Will definitely use her in the future if needed.

anonymous
July 25, 2020

I hired Gabriella to handle my divorce and she did an excellent professional job. She made everything extremely easy on my end. I would highly recommend her services!

anonymous
February 19, 2020

She was a very understanding and compassionate person. She tried to bring the court case to an end as soon as possible due to my child involved. The other lawyer had other plans. In the end she calmed my fears each step of the way and won the case. Thank you so much!!!

Chris
June 24, 2016

Gabriella was very helpful to me in completing my divorce settlement. She was very professional and made herself available to me whenever I needed her. She was always on time with everything and made the process much less stressful for me. I would highly recommend her to anyone in need of assistance with their divorce.

Katie
October 26, 2018

Hiring Attorney Gabriella MacDonald was one of the BEST decisions I have ever made! She came highly recommended from a co-worker (who also happens to be in law) and she was exactly what I needed. From the beginning, attorney MacDonald listened to me and explained that I was not wrong, and that the petitioner was reaching and throwing everything possible at the wall to see what would stick! Gabriella offered guidance and support when I needed it most in a topic foreign to me. From the very first consultation to our court date, and to the explanation and distribution of the new signed order, Gabriella walked me through each step, told me what was the norm in regards to my case, and listened when I explained my fears. I retained attorney Gabriella MacDonald immediately after our consultation and will continue to have her assist me in all future instances as they arise. It has been wonderful knowing I have someone backing me and speaking on my behalf, saying the things that I'm unable to. My situation is ongoing for now... with hopes of an end in sight (God willing), but as the need arises in the future, I will NOT hesitate to contact her and retain attorney MacDonald again. Her patience and guidance regarding my endless questions, concerns and fears was unwavering. She will fight for what's right, and she is assertive with making sure things are MADE RIGHT! Thank you, attorney Gabriella MacDonald, for making this entire process just a little bit easier.

Katie
September 20, 2021

Gabriella is the Best, I hired her for a complicated child support case, she was honest, and upfront with me from the very beginning! She knows what she is doing, she was always quick to respond to me if I reached out on phone or via email, she was very patient with me with all my questions always reassuring all would be ok when I would get worked up or nervous. Best choice I ever made was to Hire her! And we WON!!!!!!! She is worth EVERY PENNY you will NOT be disappointed! ;-0)

Ashley
March 22, 2021

I worked with Gabriella when I was in high school and my parents were going through a nasty custody battle. She managed to make the situation much easier on me and my family.

Zach
March 7, 2021

Professional, friendly, knowledgeable, and extremely fast and efficient. I'm completely satisfied.

anonymous
January 25, 2021

Working with Gabriella MacDonald was the best decision I made when my divorce paperwork seemed to have been stalled. That is when I call Gabriella this was Dec 18, 2020 I was able to get an appointment with her on Dec 21, 2020. In the meeting she was very clear on what she need to receive too get the paperwork filed correctly. I got the needed paperwork from the county clerk’s office and sent the documents to Gabriella.. The most important document was the settlement documents that I had signed on October 1st. I had copies of all the form that Gabriella needed so I sent them to her by email on the 22nd of Dec. On 01/05/2021 Gabriella filed the amended paperwork with the county clerk; the judge signed the divorce papers on the 01/08/2021 just 3 days after the paperwork had been filed with the county Clerk to say Gabriella is a miracle worker is the understatement of the year! The experience was all very professional, after the first phone call I was completely at ease and know she would take care of everything. If I have any other legal needs Gabriella MacDonald will be my only call.

Steven
December 15, 2020

Gabriella stayed in constant contact with me during my divorce and represented me professionally and in a timely manner. She updated anytime there was a change with any of my documents and when a step was started and completed. I would recommend her for your legal needs. Her professionalism and communication is top class. If I could describe her in one word I would choose Legendary.

Sarah
July 27, 2020

Gabriella was fantastic. Walked me through the whole separation process and my divorce. She was recommended to me by my sister. Was direct and personable all at the same time. She was a huge help. Very communicative. Responded back quickly whenever I had questions no matter how big or silly they were. Definitely fights for you. Made the whole process as quick and efficient as possible. From start to finish I never once questioned my decision to hire her on the spot directly after my initial consult. Thank you so much for all that you did for me. Will definitely use her in the future if needed.

anonymous
July 25, 2020

I hired Gabriella to handle my divorce and she did an excellent professional job. She made everything extremely easy on my end. I would highly recommend her services!

anonymous
February 19, 2020

She was a very understanding and compassionate person. She tried to bring the court case to an end as soon as possible due to my child involved. The other lawyer had other plans. In the end she calmed my fears each step of the way and won the case. Thank you so much!!!