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.
“I had the pleasure of working with Lauren Kilbride at Rothera Bray, and I’m so grateful for her support. She was brilliant throughout—her advice was always clear, practical, and incredibly helpful. What really stood out was how approachable and reassuring she was. She was always quick to respond and took the time to make everything feel straightforward and manageable. I genuinely felt in safe hands and wouldn’t hesitate to recommend her.”Lisa Reid
“Lauren guided me through a complex legal document with clear concise explanations on the definition and how and why these terms were applicable to my particular position. Legal expertise delivered with care and consideration. ”Nigel Baldwin
“I recently dealt with Lauren Kilbride at Rothera Bray and she was brilliant from start to finish. Her legal advice was clear, practical and incredibly helpful. She was always quick to respond, and throughout the process she was personable, warm and friendly, as well as clearly very knowledgeable. I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend her.”Harley Andrews
“A fast, reliable and professional service from start to finish. Thank you very much!”Vladimir Korolkov
“Life-saver, Lauren was brilliant. She offered quick, thorough advice that completely turned my situation around. She was understanding, engaged and direct throughout all of our conversations, and I can't recommend her more.”Employment client
“From the outset, my experience working with Rothera Bray, and in particular, Lauren, has been outstanding. I was navigating a stressful settlement process and wasn’t sure what to expect, but Lauren took the time to explain everything clearly, set realistic expectations, and guide me step-by-step. Her advice was always proactive and well considered, and I felt fully supported throughout. Lauren’s professionalism, calm approach and attention to detail gave me confidence at every stage, and ultimately helped secure the outcome I was hoping for, one that truly protected my best interests. I would absolutely recommend Rothera Bray. Having someone who is responsive, knowledgeable, and genuinely cares about the result makes all the difference. Lauren made a challenging situation feel manageable, and I’m incredibly grateful for her help. ”Employment Law client
“The time scale for my settlement agreement was short but Laura handled it all in a timely professional manner.”Karen
“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
2023

From 6 April 2026 employers will face a number of changes to statutory payment rates and employment law compensation limits. These changes, which are the result of both annual rate adjustments and wider reforms under the Employment Rights Act 2025, will increase employer costs, expand eligibility for workers, and require updates to payroll processes, policies and budgeting.

Nearly 400 employers have been failing to pay the National Minimum Wage in findings published by the Government recently. This has resulted in them being told to repay almost £7.3 million in wages owed to workers as well as the almost £12.6 million which they will have to pay in penalties.

Ewan Paton from our Family Law team provides comment for legal practitioners on recent case law developments, and whether the courts may be adopting a more nuanced approach to conduct in financial remedy proceedings.

It’s been a busy year for Rothera Bray’s Commercial Property team, including Partner Russell Thompson, who has completed a standout hat-trick of deals that illustrate perfectly the range and complexity of work handled by the team.