Partner & Head of Conveyancing
Michelle Young is a residential property specialist and heads up the conveyancing team. She’s based at our Loughborough office.

Michelle is able to provide expert legal advice on a wide range of matters when you’re moving house and home, including conveyancing, remortgages, matrimonial property transfers, and she specialises in assisting clients with shared ownership property. Michelle is on several housing association panels including Metropolitan, Derwent Housing, East Midlands Housing and Waterloo Homes and provides a friendly and professional approach to clients. Request a Conveyancing Quote today by completing our simple form.
33 years
“We had an excellent experience with our solicitors, Michelle and Ruth, and couldn’t be happier with the service they provided throughout the purchase of our first home. From start to finish, the entire process was handled with professionalism, efficiency, and care. Completing in just 10 weeks was impressive, and it’s a testament to how proactive and organised they were. Michelle and Ruth consistently kept us updated at every stage, which gave us real peace of mind, especially as first-time buyers. No question ever felt too small , they were always approachable, responsive, and happy to explain things clearly, helping us feel confident in every decision we made...We’re incredibly grateful for your support and would highly recommend your services to anyone looking for a reliable and professional team.”Laura McDade
“The service I received was excellent. In particular Michelle Young was exemplary and I especially valued the way in which she was flexible in seeing me on a couple of occasions when I called in without a prior appointment.”Richard Marriott
“Initially I chose Rothera Dowson because its office location was convenient to where I lived and the estate agents. But after the sympathetic and considerate service provided by both solicitors, I would certainly choose them again. I was comfortable with their attitude and reassured.”Michael J Smedley
“Michelle and her team provided an outstanding service and I wouldn't hesitate to use them again. Everything that they said they would do they did. They worked efficiently and honestly and when I compare this experience to that received from other solicitors it is head and shoulders above in standard. Others could learn a lot from Michelle. Thank you so very much in managing so efficiently what was not a straightforward purchase or sale.”Claire Peers
“Michelle and Julianne were thorough, professional and proactive-a seamless process. I would have no hesitation in using again.”R. Brighty
“Thank you for sorting out my home purchase in due course. Most grateful.”Electra Lumaj
“Moving house is very stressful, but Rothera Sharp did indeed make it a smooth experience. They could not have been more helpful and extremely professional. I will definitely be recommending them to anyone planning a house move.”Jean Hatherley
33 years

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