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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.
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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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Corporate team advises Formula Air Group B.V. on UK acquisition of Dust Spares Ltd
Our Corporate team has advised Netherlands-based Formula Air Group B.V. on its strategic acquisition of Dust Spares Ltd, a specialist Midlands supplier of dust extraction products and components.

Nottingham Inquiry: week one
Week one of the Nottingham Inquiry saw the introductions to proceedings, where we saw the core participants, their solicitors and counsel, and heard the overview of what happened on the lead up to 13th June 2023, and what happened afterwards.

Leaving a gift to charity in your Will
Leaving a gift to charity in your Will is a meaningful way to support causes close to your heart long after you’re gone. Whether you want to support medical research, animal welfare, education, or your local community, including a charitable gift in your Will can have a lasting impact.

Family calls for lessons to be learned after inquest into death at Royal Papworth Hospital
The family of Luke Barnes, who died nearly three years ago while receiving treatment at Royal Papworth Hospital NHS Foundation Trust, have called for urgent improvements to patient safety, transparency, and incident investigation following the conclusion of an inquest into his death.

People Focus: Eleanor Robinson – Wills and Probate
Meet Eleanor Robinson, Managing Associate Solicitor in the Wills and Probate department based at our West Bridgford office. She tells us why she chose to follow a career in law and what makes Rothera Bray different to other law firms.

Nottingham Attacks Inquiry begins
The long‑awaited Inquiry into the Nottingham Attacks officially began today at Mary Ward House in Central London. After months of campaigning by victims, families, and legal representatives, the first day of proceedings marks a pivotal moment in the search for answers surrounding the tragic events that shocked the city of Nottingham.

Calls grow for a public inquiry into DES scandal
Personal injury lawyers Greg Almond and Karina Patel discuss the growing calls for a public enquiry into the prescribing of diethylstilbestrol (DES) to pregnant women.

Employment Rights Act 2025: key changes from April 2026
The much-debated Employment Rights Act 2025 finally passed in December 2025, and a number of employment law changes are expected over the next two years.

Can I change my employees’ place of work?
It’s common for businesses to relocate their offices or change work locations. While some employees may find a new location more convenient or beneficial, others may face disruption to their personal and family lives. Whether a relocation is viewed positively or negatively, it’s important for both employers and employees to understand the legal framework surrounding such moves.

Meeting with Health Secretary Wes Streeting to discuss the Nottingham Attacks
Nottingham attacks survivor, Wayne Birkett, alongside our Partner and Head of Serious Personal Injury, Greg Almond yesterday met with the Health Secretary to discuss improvements needed to local mental health services. Greg is representing the survivors at the Nottingham Public Inquiry.

A “modern” start – the new template Non-Molestation Order, President’s Guidance January 2026
Gabriella Kent from Rothera Bray’s Family Law team provides comment for legal teams following the publication of the President of the Family Law Division’s new guidance.

New build conveyancing: your guide to buying a new build home
Buying a new build home is exciting. Everything is brand new, energy-efficient and designed for modern living. But behind the fresh paint and glossy brochures, the legal process can move fast and feel overwhelming. That’s why understanding new build conveyancing is essential.