Jack English
Solicitor
Jack English is a Solicitor in Rothera Bray’s Family Law team and is based at our Beeston office but also covers Nottingham and the surrounding areas.
Expertise
- Family Law
- Divorce & Separation
- Finances upon separation
- Pre-Nuptial and Post-Nuptial Agreements
- Cohabitation Agreements
- Arrangements for Children
Approach
Jack takes a friendly and compassionate approach, striving to achieve the best possible outcome for each client based on their individual needs. He focuses on delivering clear, practical advice while ensuring clients feel supported throughout the process.
Highly efficient and organised, Jack is committed to providing the highest level of service. His approachable and empathetic nature helps build strong client relationships, enabling him to offer tailored guidance that meets each client’s unique circumstances.
Favouring a constructive and non-confrontational approach, Jack works with clients to explore amicable solutions wherever appropriate, including alternative dispute resolution methods. However, he is also experienced in representing and supporting clients through court proceedings when required, ensuring robust advocacy and guidance at every stage.
Career Highlights
- Jack joined a Nottingham-based law firm in 2019 as a Paralegal.
- In 2021 he started his training contact with the same firm, following its acquisition by a national law firm, qualifying in April 2023
- In July 2024 Jack moved to another Nottingham-based law firm with two colleagues as part of an established team to set up a successful Family Department
- Jack joined Rothera Bray LLP in January 2026 to continue building and strengthening the Family Department at the Beeston office
Experience
Experience
3 years
Qualifications
- Jack completed his LLB (Hons) Law degree at Nottingham Law School, graduating in 2018
- Between 2018 and 2019 Jack completed the LLM Legal Practice Course, also at Nottingham Law School
Awards
Jack received the Family Law Group Internship Prize for achieving one of the highest grades in the Family and Child Protection elective on the LPC
Memberships & Accreditations
Testimonials
“Cannot speak highly of the team at Rothera Bray Beeston, who helped me along to get my issue resolved. Special mention goes to Jack English, who showed incredible resilience, along with a large dose of patience whilst guiding me along the way, so that the correct result was obtained. Would have no hesitation in recommending this practice for whatever legal service you require. Thank you once more!”Lee S
“Excellent Support and Guidance Through a Difficult Divorce. I recently went through a divorce and required legal support during what was a difficult time. After initially speaking with Jack English at Rothera Bray, I felt confident in instructing him to advise and represent me. Throughout the process, he was consistently accessible, kept me well informed of progress, and communicated clearly at every stage. He struck the right balance between being understanding of the situation while remaining focused and determined to achieve the best possible outcome. I’m very grateful for his support and would not hesitate to recommend his services.”Divorce Client
Experience
Experience
3 years
Qualifications
- Jack completed his LLB (Hons) Law degree at Nottingham Law School, graduating in 2018
- Between 2018 and 2019 Jack completed the LLM Legal Practice Course, also at Nottingham Law School
Awards
Jack received the Family Law Group Internship Prize for achieving one of the highest grades in the Family and Child Protection elective on the LPC
Memberships & Accreditations
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