Ewan Paton
Solicitor
Ewan is a Solicitor in the Family Law department and is based at our West Bridgford office.
Expertise
- Finances
- Children
- Injunctions
Approach
Ewan approaches every family law case with empathy, clarity, and a focus on achieving the best possible outcomes for his clients. He takes pride in listening carefully to their concerns and providing clear, practical advice. Ewan’s goal is to guide clients through what can often be a stressful and emotional time with sensitivity, while ensuring their interests are protected and their voices are heard.
Career Highlights
- Ewan attended Northumbria University from 2015-2019 where he completed his Masters Law degree & LPC
- He began working at Sills & Betteridge as a Paralegal in 2021 and started his training contract in March 2022, during which he completed a specialised family training contract. Ewan qualified into the family team in August 2023
- In March 2024, he joined Stowe Family Law LLP as a Solicitor
- Ewan joined Rothera Bray LLP in September 2025 as a Solicitor in the Family department
Experience
Experience
4 years
Awards
Winner of the Irwin Mitchell International Pro Bono Scholarship Award (2018). Ewan spent four weeks on the award-winning Civil Rights and Restorative Project at Northeastern University in Boston, MA, USA.
Testimonials
“I recently engaged Ewan Paton from Rothera Bray – he was approachable, professional, and genuinely understanding throughout a difficult time. He took the time to explain everything clearly, kept me updated at every stage, and always made me feel at ease. His calm and practical approach gave me great confidence, and I couldn’t have asked for better support. I’d highly recommend Ewan to anyone needing reliable and compassionate legal advice.”Mr Morrison
- West Bridgford
- e.paton@rotherabray.co.uk
- 0115 851 1640
Experience
Year Qualified
2023
Experience
4 years
Awards
Winner of the Irwin Mitchell International Pro Bono Scholarship Award (2018). Ewan spent four weeks on the award-winning Civil Rights and Restorative Project at Northeastern University in Boston, MA, USA.
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