Associate Solicitor
Emily Sherwood is an Associate Solicitor in Rothera Bray’s Family and Child Care department and is based at our Lace Market Nottingham and Derby offices.

As part of the Family and Child Care team, Emily supports the department by handling new enquiries and giving initial legal advice, assisting with the preparation of cases and liaising with clients on a daily basis.
Emily understands that she is often dealing with clients at a stressful and emotional time in their lives and as a result she is approachable, open and honest, and empathetic about the situation, working in the client’s best interests while maintaining professionalism throughout.
Read more about Emily in our People Focus article.
2 years
“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
“Emily was really good and helped last minute but nothing was too much trouble . She did a fantastic job wouldn't hesitate if I needed a solicitor again. 5 star service.”Laura
“I can’t thank the team enough for everything they’ve done for me and my children. From start to finish, the whole company have been absolutely brilliant — always putting our needs and wishes first and supporting us every step of the way. Their communication, care, and understanding have been second to none. A special mention has to go to Emily, who is truly one in a million. She went above and beyond to make sure I felt heard, reassured, and fully supported throughout what was one of the most difficult times in my life. I’d highly recommend this firm to anyone looking for a solicitor who genuinely cares about both you and your family. Thank you all so much for everything you’ve done.”Nathan
“I am incredibly grateful for the exceptional service from Emily Sherwood at Rothera Bray. Navigating a stressful situation, She provided calm, expert guidance and communicated clearly throughout the process. Her knowledge was evident, and she was always one step ahead. She successfully handled my case, and I felt supported and informed every step of the way. I highly recommend her services and would definitely use her again. Thank you very much Emily.”Ryan S
“I have received amazing support and service from Emily at Rother Bray. She has been brilliant throughout and has always answered any questions that I have and nothing has been too much trouble for her. Would highly recommend.”Hannah
“I had an excellent experience with Rothera Bray Family Solicitors. From the outset, they truly listened and showed real empathy, which immediately gave me confidence that I was in safe hands. Their legal counsel was clear, practical and reassuring, and every query I raised was handled with genuine care and diligence. In particular, I would like to commend Emily Sherwood, who was instrumental in guiding me through the process. She provided structured and thoughtful advice that was easy to follow, which helped to significantly reduce the stress and anxiety these matters so often bring. I am deeply grateful for the support I received and would not hesitate to recommend Rothera Bray to anyone in need of professional, compassionate and reliable legal advice.”Peter
“Emily Sherwood is a professional, supportive, informative solicitor who has put me at so much ease with discussing matters and ways to approach matters at hand. Her realistic approach has given me confidence in the legal knowledge she’s sharing with me.”R Rankin
“Emily Sherwood has been excellent through our family court journey. Her advice and professionalism were key to achieving the best outcome for our child through a number of difficult, large cases. Not only that, Emily is a kind, sympathetic, motivational and friendly human being who I would definitely work with again. Thoroughly recommend. Thank you x”Chezza81
“I just wanted to take the time to write to you to thank you so much for your help over the last 5 months or so. I know that as a professional you cannot become emotionally involved in these situations but I also know that you saw how upsetting the whole thing has been for me and your support and professionalism has been excellent. I cant thank you enough for your help and advice through the proceedings. You also managed my expectations which was really important. I wish you all the best for the future and in the nicest way possible I hope I don't need your help again moving forward but if I do then I wont hesitate to contact you. ”Mr McIntyre
“Had one of the best experiences with this firm during my family law case. Couldn’t thank Emily enough for the time, patience and dedication she’s put in helping me within the case and just with the general enquires I’ve had during the proceedings. The professionalism and knowledge of the complexities of the case and the way Emily represented me she went above and beyond. 100% would recommend using Rothera Bray to anyone going through the same as I have.”Conor Brady
“Emily has recently taken over my case and her advice and efforts have been top notch. Her deep understanding and then explanation of the process and procedures has been vital to allow us to work towards the best outcome for all parties ”Mark Lewis
“I had the pleasure of working with Emily on my case, and I couldn't be more impressed with her professionalism, knowledge, and dedication. From the very start, she was clear, supportive, and highly responsive, making what could have been a stressful process feel much more manageable. Emily's attention to detail and ability to explain complex legal matters in a straightforward way gave me confidence throughout. She handled everything efficiently and kept me informed at every stage, ensuring a smooth and successful outcome. I highly recommend Emily to anyone in need of a reliable and skilled solicitor. Her expertise and client-focused approach truly set her apart. Thank you, Emily, for your outstanding work!”L Malcolm
2 years

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