Rothera Bray Solicitors in Nottingham, Leicester & Derby
Our specialist legal team of Solicitors are ready to assist you with all your legal services. To help you find a solicitor for your enquiry, you can search by department, name or by our Nottingham, Leicester & Derby office locations:
Meet the TeamEast Midlands Law Firm, Helping People Since 1824
Rothera Bray LLP Solicitors is a law firm based in Nottingham, Leicester and Derby. We have been providing expert legal advice for over 200 years. This solid foundation of knowledge, experience and expertise underpins everything we do and client care is our core focus.
About UsA Legal Firm Dedicated to Community Growth
Our law firm values are based around our commitment to work towards having a positive effect on the local community. But also the environment as well as improving the quality of life of our workforce.
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Posted 3 December 2025
I’ve had the pleasure of working with Marneya at Rothera Bray Solicitors on a recent deal with several more in the pipeline … he has been nothing short of exceptional.
MK
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Posted 3 December 2025
I have used Rothera Bray solicitors several times over the years. For wills, probate and LPA, I can't recommend Sarah Soo enough.
Kate Autaury
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Posted 1 December 2025
We hadn’t moved home in over 12 years, and the process has changed significantly in that time. What could easily have become overwhelming was made completely manageable thanks to Julekha and her outstanding team. From the very first conversation, nothing was ever too much trouble. Every question no matter how small was answered clearly and patiently, and I could always rely on Julekha to come back to me the very same day. Her communication, attention to detail, and unwavering professionalism gave us total confidence at every stage....I cannot recommend Julekha highly enough. If you want a solicitor who is proactive, responsive, and truly committed to getting things done right, look no further. They were exceptional, and we’re incredibly grateful for everything they did for us.
Carl Foreman
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Posted 1 December 2025
Great conveyancing service , especially Sally and her team who handled the sale of our property with professionalism. Quick responses and communication throughout the sale process. Would highly recommend.
Graham Morris
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Posted 28 November 2025
I’m glad I had Emily guide me through all the way through what has been the hardest part of my life, been around 3 years and today I got the decision I never thought I’d get. Again props to Emily for guiding and road mapping what has been a difficult time. Sorting out court dates, prepping for court, offering support and advice. It couldn’t of been done without you Emily so we as a family will be forever grateful.
Leyton
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Posted 27 November 2025
I would like to thank George for his help and for providing an excellent service. The whole process was smooth and efficient, I was kept well informed at all stages. Thanks for your help!
Khalid
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Posted 27 November 2025
I recently used Julekha as my solicitor for my house move, and I honestly couldn’t be happier with the service. From start to finish, everything went smoothly thanks to her professionalism, clear communication, and attention to detail. She kept me updated at every stage, answered all my questions quickly, and made the whole process feel easy and stress-free. What can often be a complicated and overwhelming experience ended up being straightforward because of her efficiency and support. I’m genuinely grateful for all her help and would highly recommend Julekha to anyone looking for a reliable, supportive, and highly competent solicitor.
A Ali
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Posted 26 November 2025
We were very happy with the help and service given by Julie when preparing our wills.
Abigail
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Posted 26 November 2025
Having previously used one of the legacy solicitor firms we returned to the now enlarged Rothera Bray for preparing our Wills and LPAs. As before, the service was both professional and efficient whilst retaining its local feel and knowledge.
Stuart
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Posted 25 November 2025
I used Rothera Bray for probate on the sad passing of my mum, Alison Richardson was professional polite understanding and prompt at this stressful and upsetting time of my life and kept me informed of the progress. Thanking you.
A Thurman
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Posted 24 November 2025
Our sincere thanks to both Richard Bates and James Gray for helping us navigate through this daunting period. Your support has been invaluable.
Raja Family
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Posted 24 November 2025
Our Solicitor Sade was excellent in dealing with our very long and difficult conveyance of our Leasehold property sale. Always keeping us up to date and calm and collected when needed.
Miss Whitworth
Personal Legal Services
At some point in your life you’ll probably need a solicitor. Whether its to help you sell or buy a house, help you make a personal injury claim, support you through a divorce, or to create a will. Whatever you need, our personal solicitors have all the knowledge and experience to help.
Business Legal Services
Whether you run a small family business or a publicly listed company, our specialist corporate and commercial solicitors will help you with your legal needs. From selling or buying a business, drafting contracts to help with dispute resolution and debt recovery, our team can help you.

People Focus: Family & Child Care – Emily Sherwood
Meet Emily Sherwood, our Associate Solicitor in the Child Care and Family Law department, based at our Nottingham office. We find out what inspired Emily to pursue this particular area of law and what hobbies she enjoys outside of the office.

Breakthrough on Government’s Employment Rights Bill: what employers need to know about unfair dismissal
There has finally been a breakthrough in the deadlock surrounding the Government’s Employment Rights Bill (“ERB”), which has been the subject of significant back-and-forth between the House of Commons and the House of Lords in recent weeks. In particular, there has been much debate around the qualifying period for unfair dismissal claims but it now appears that a compromise has been reached to enable the ERB to pass without further undue delay.

2025 Autumn Budget: what could it mean for you?
The 2025 Autumn Budget has brought real changes for property owners, landlords, and families – but not the sweeping tax overhaul that many expected. While chancellor Rachel Reeves left stamp duty unchanged, she declared a new annual ‘council-tax-style’ surcharge for £2m+ homes, higher income tax on rents from 2027, and incremental updates to capital gains tax (CGT) and inheritance tax (IHT).

Meet our newly qualified solicitors
We’re delighted that nine of our talented trainees and chartered legal executives have officially qualified as solicitors and are continuing their legal careers with us here.

The forgotten victims of Diethylstilbestrol: a fight for justice across generations
Imagine discovering that a drug prescribed to protect your pregnancy decades ago is the reason behind your cancer, infertility, or your child’s suffering. For over 300,000 women in the UK, this is the legacy of Diethylstilbestrol (DES).

Survivors of the 2023 Nottingham Attacks Call for Full Transparency in Upcoming Public Inquiry
The Survivors of the 2023 Nottingham attacks are calling for full transparency in the upcoming public inquiry by requesting that the proceedings are streamed on YouTube when hearings begin in February 2026.

Rothera Bray advises Grosvenor Care on acquisition of Colwyn Bay care home
Rothera Bray has advised Grosvenor Care on its successful acquisition of Eithinog Care Home in Colwyn Bay from Leonard Cheshire Disability. The care home, which has provided support for up to 42 residents since 1968, marks a significant step for Grosvenor Care in the care sector.

Lunch breaks: is it really your choice to skip them?
Ever found yourself eating lunch at your desk or skipping it altogether just to keep up with your workload? You’re not alone. Whether it’s pressure from deadlines or a workplace culture that frowns on stepping away, many employees feel they have no choice but to power through. But your lunch break isn’t just a nice-to-have, it’s a legal right.

Final written warnings: when are they justified?
A final written warning is more than a slap on the wrist; it’s often the last step before dismissal. But skipping steps in the disciplinary process can expose employers to legal risk. For employees, receiving one can feel like the ground is shifting. So, when is it fair and legal to issue a final written warning?

Survivors quit grooming gangs inquiry over ‘cover-up’ fears
The UK government’s national grooming gangs inquiry, set up by Keir Starmer in June, has hit a major snag. Several survivors of abuse have quit the process, saying it feels like their voices are being ignored. Seetal Patel, Rothera Bray’s Abuse Claims specialist, comments on the latest events.

People Focus: Conveyancing – Abbey Freeman
Abbey Freeman is an Associate Solicitor in our Conveyancing team and is based at our Loughborough branch.

Routes to qualification: from law graduate to solicitor via the SQE
The legal profession is evolving, and so are the routes to qualification. With the introduction of the Solicitors Qualifying Examination (SQE), aspiring solicitors now have more flexible, inclusive, and practical pathways to enter the profession.