Libby Birt
Solicitor
Libby Birt is a Solicitor in Rothera Bray’s Wills and Probate department and is based at our Loughborough office.
Expertise
- Wills
- Trusts
- Lasting Powers of Attorney
Approach
Libby assists clients with enquiries regarding drawing up or amending both simple or complex wills, trusts and preparing and registering Lasting Powers of Attorney.
Libby provides a sensitive approach towards clients, knowing that they may be vulnerable, and avoids legal jargon, explaining things in a way that is clear and easy to understand.
Career Highlights
- Alongside completing her LPC, Libby worked as a Private Client fee earner at a Derby based firm
- Between 2019 and 2021 Libby worked for a Wills and Probate solicitors based in Derby
- From 2021 to 2022 Libby worked as a HR and operations executive for a Nottingham based law firm
- Libby has also worked in an HR role for a private health company
- Libby joined Rothera Bray as a will writer in April 2023
- Libby became a Private Client Executive in November 2023
- Libby became a Solicitor in September 2025 after cross-qualifying with CILEx
Experience
Experience
2 years
Qualifications
- Libby completed her degree in Law with Criminology at Sheffield Hallam University, graduating in 2018
- Libby completed her LPC part-time at the University of Sheffield, graduating in 2020
Testimonials
“Recently used Rothera Bray for a legal requirement. A very professional and thorough service, fully explained and supported at every stage of the process. Many thanks to Libby Birt at the Derby Branch for her expertise and completeness of the service provided.”Niki Benson
- Loughborough
- l.birt@rotherabray.co.uk
- 01332 977 655
Experience
Experience
2 years
Qualifications
- Libby completed her degree in Law with Criminology at Sheffield Hallam University, graduating in 2018
- Libby completed her LPC part-time at the University of Sheffield, graduating in 2020
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