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About us
At Rothera Bray Solicitors, we can trace our roots back for over 200 years. As one of the Midlands’ largest legal firms, our team possess a wealth of experience.
We operate from eight offices within the East Midlands, with a team of over 260 people.
- Beeston
- Derby
- Leicester
- Loughborough
- Mapperley
- Market Harborough
- Nottingham
- West Bridgford
In 2024 we celebrated our 200th birthday with an event. Learn more about our heritage.
Our solicitors are media-savvy and trained, regularly appearing in the press and broadcast media locally and nationally.
Media enquiries
- Do you have a media enquiry about a case, inquest or inquiry that we’re working on?
- Do you need an authoritative comment on any aspect of the law?
- Do you have a law-related story that you need a comment on?
Reach out to our team by email: press@rotherabray.co.uk, call Susan Wilkinson on 03456 465 465 or fill in our contact form and we’ll get back to you.
See below for the kind of work we’re involved in and the subjects that our experts can cover.

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People Focus: Julekha Nathani – Conveyancing
Meet Julekha Nathani, our Senior Associate Solicitor in the Conveyancing team, based at our Market Harborough office. In this feature, Julekha shares the standout moment of her career so far and reveals what profession she might have pursued if she wasn’t a solicitor.

New inheritance tax rules for farms: £2.5 million relief cap explained
Changes are coming to inheritance tax (IHT) for agricultural and business assets. After strong pushback on the original £1 million cap announced in the Autumn 2024 Budget, the Treasury has revised its plans.

Half the Story charity supported with pro bono legal work from Rothera Bray
Rothera Bray has helped Grace Enterprises expand its social impact through a new state-of-the-art bakery for its social enterprise, Half the Story.
The firm’s Commercial Property team provided no-cost legal support to the Nottingham-based charity, which is dedicated to transforming lives through supportive employment in sustainable businesses.

Survivors of the 2023 Nottingham attack by Valdo Calocane respond to the publication of a CQC report into the Nottinghamshire Healthcare NHS Trust
Below is a statement given by Greg Almond, Partner and Head of Serious Injury at Rothera Bray Solicitors who represents two of the survivors of the attack, Wayne Birkett and Sharon Miller. Greg represents Wayne and Sharon in their civil claims and at the Inquiry which will begin to hear the evidence from 23rd February 2026. The Inquiry is expected to last until early June.

People Focus: Jasmin Marshall – Wills & Probate
Meet Jasmin Marshall, our Associate Solicitor in the Wills & Probate team at our Mapperley office. She shares her inspiring journey into law and gives us a glimpse into life at one of our friendly and close-knit offices.

Can employers ask staff to work from home while on sick leave?
In today’s world of remote work and constant connectivity, the lines between “off sick” and “working from home” can blur. A desire for productivity can come into conflict with a need to recover. But where’s the balance and what does the law say?

Leasing an equine property: what you need to know before you sign
Thinking about leasing an equine property to run your training or livery business? It’s a popular choice, but before you jump in, there are some key legal points you’ll want to understand.

Christmas 2025: how to reach us during the holidays
As the festive season approaches, we want to take a moment to thank you for your continued support throughout another busy and rewarding year.

Festive fizz or legal risk? Salons urged to check alcohol licensing rules before serving drinks this Christmas
As salons across the UK prepare to add festive sparkle to their client experience, many are considering offering complimentary drinks during appointments. A glass of fizz can feel like the perfect seasonal touch-but industry professionals are being reminded that serving alcohol without the correct licence could lead to serious legal consequences.

Rothera Bray in 2025: a year in review
2025 has been an eventful year for Rothera Bray, marked by strategic growth, community initiatives, and industry recognition. From welcoming new colleagues and a key merger to championing charitable causes and earning prestigious awards, here’s a look back at the key highlights and achievements of the past year.

Rothera Bray representing victim of NHS gynaecologist scandal
Rothera Bray’s Clinical Negligence team has been instructed to represent a woman affected by the alleged negligent care of Dr Daniel Hay, a former consultant gynaecologist at the University Hospitals of Derby and Burton NHS Trust.

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.