Solicitor
Lauren Kilbride is a Solicitor within Rothera Bray’s Employment Law department and is based at the firm’s Lace Market, Nottingham office.

Lauren is a solicitor based within the Employment Law department. She regularly advises businesses and individuals on a range of employment matters, including settlement agreements, breach of contract, redundancy, contracts of employment, employment policies and procedures and employment tribunal claims.
Lauren is empathetic towards clients and takes the time to acknowledge their needs and to support them throughout the matter. Lauren understands that whether you’re an employee or an employer, issues in the workplace can be stressful and have a negative impact on all aspects of a person’s life, so she helps clients deal with matters sympathetically but pragmatically, putting them at ease and working with them to find the best outcome for their situation.
Lauren has dealt with employment matters in a number of industries, with an interest in working with the transport sector. Her work includes drafting employment contracts, Transport Manager contracts, disputes with employees, investigation and disciplinary processes and employment tribunal matters. Lauren enjoys focusing on the specific needs of transport companies, compliance with transport regulations (driving hours, health and safety, rest breaks etc.) and working closely with the Transport Department.
“Lauren Kilbride at Rothera Bray was extremely helpful throughout my case. Highly recommended.”Emile
“It’s not everyday that you have to deal with employment legal matters and is naturally an uncomfortable position, but Lauren very quickly explained where I stood, what the options were and supported me throughout the next steps. Clear, confident communication throughout with a genuine sense of empathy. Thanks.”N
“We have been engaging the services of Rothera Bray Solicitors on a regular basis since 2020, with Lauren overseeing several matters on our behalf. On every occasion, the service has been of the highest standard – consistently professional, thorough, and supported by exceptional expertise. We are sincerely grateful for the assistance we have received from both Lauren and George. We greatly value their integrity and the professional diligence with which they approach every case, and above all, their commitment to providing realistic, reliable advice and acting at all times in strict accordance with the law on our behalf.”Aga, The Best Solutions
“My experience of working with Rothera Bray, and in particular with Lauren Kilbride, has been exceptional from start to finish. From the very first call, the team were transparent about the process and made everything feel clear, which immediately gave me a sense of safety and reassurance. Lauren handled my matter with sensitivity and determination. She kept me informed at every stage, explained the legal processes clearly, and gave me the confidence to make informed decisions. She balanced empathy with strength, and I always felt she had my best interests at heart. With Lauren’s support, I was able to reach a fair settlement that reflected the issues I had raised, something I would not have achieved without her expertise and advocacy. She ensured my voice was heard and protected me throughout. I would absolutely recommend Rothera Bray, and especially Lauren, to anyone who needs legal support. The combination of their knowledge, clarity, compassion, and tenacity gave me both the outcome I needed and the reassurance I was never facing it alone. ”L.L.
“I cannot recommend Lauren highly enough. She guided me through my voluntary redundancy offer with professionalism, clarity, and genuine care. Her expertise ensured I fully understood my options and helped me secure a fair settlement. Lauren was always approachable, communicative, and supportive throughout the entire process.”Raj
“I had the pleasure of working with Lauren Kilbride for an employment-related matter, and I can't recommend her highly enough. From our very first conversation, she was professional, friendly, and incredibly supportive. She took the time to listen carefully to my concerns and offered clear, well-considered advice that really helped me understand my options. Lauren’s approach made a difficult situation much more manageable. Her expertise was evident throughout, and I always felt confident that I was in good hands. If you're looking for an employment solicitor who is not only knowledgeable but also genuinely cares about her clients, Lauren is an excellent choice.”Amanda
“My experience with Rothera Bay has been excellent. From my initial phone consultation, where I was given a detailed and clear explanation of next steps, to my meeting with Lauren, where she walked me through my agreement, the service has been of a very high standard.Lauren was incredibly patient, informative and helpful throughout the process, and has made what could have been difficult completely stress-free. I feel that I'm in very safe hands with Lauren overseeing the process. I would, and have, recommended Rothera Bay to friends and colleagues due to the efficiency of their work and excellent customer service.”L.P.
“Lauren made the whole process, from initial contact to the point of resolution, easy and stress free. Lauren was very helpful and explained everything thoroughly. Thank you!”Louise
“My experience with Rothera Bray has been very positive. I was given a tight timeframe to seek legal advice and return a voluntary redundancy settlement agreement to my employer and Rothera Bray turned everything around very quickly. I knew I was in good hands with Lauren Kilbride who is very professional and personable. Lauren put me at ease, answered all of my questions and I left Rothera Bray feeling informed and safe in the knowledge that my agreement was taken care of which was exactly the outcome I wanted. I would recommend Rothera Bray to anyone in a similar position as the whole experience was so positive. ”E.W.
“Lauren was absolutely amazing, as this was my first employment case she lead me through every step of the way, and she was very professional. Made me feel very at ease explaining everything to me. ”Danielle
“Many thanks for Lauren who helped me negotiate my exit from the company who laid me off, she made a very stressful time for me and my partner that much smoother to navigate. I have recommended this firm to others at that company as I believe more will need your services.”Wayne Bennett
“I recently went through a redundancy process, and Lauren was an incredible help throughout. Her expertise in employment law was evident from the start, as she clearly explained my rights and the steps I needed to take. What stood out most was her exceptional helpfulness—she was always available to answer my questions, often going above and beyond to ensure I fully understood everything. Her calm and professional demeanor made what could have been a stressful time much more manageable. Lauren not only provided expert legal advice but also offered reassurance and support, breaking down complex legal jargon into simple, understandable terms. Thanks to her guidance, I felt confident and well-supported every step of the way. I highly recommend Lauren to anyone in need of a skilled and compassionate solicitor for employment law matters.”Nauman
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