Consultant
Nicky Calthrop-Owen is an Insolvency and Restructuring Consultant and is based at Rothera Bray’s Nottingham office.

With over three decades of experience as an Insolvency and Restructuring solicitor, Nicky has built a stellar reputation for advising clients in complex insolvency and restructuring matters. Since qualifying as a solicitor in 1990 and earning her accreditation as an insolvency practitioner in 1998, she has been a trusted advisor to insolvency practitioners, creditors, and businesses navigating challenging financial landscapes. Her work encompasses contentious litigation and advisory services, including director’s duties, misfeasance claims, breaches of duty, and antecedent transaction disputes.
Nicky’s expertise and dedication to client service have earned her consistent recognition in leading legal directories. She is ranked in Chambers for Restructuring/Insolvency, with clients and peers alike praising her meticulous attention to detail, pragmatic advice, and collaborative approach. As one peer notes, “Her attention to detail, with calm clear advice and collaborative approach were all very much appreciated.” Another adds, “Nicky is approachable, pragmatic and always puts her client’s needs first.” These accolades reflect her unwavering commitment to delivering exceptional outcomes for her clients.
34 years
Chambers (21 years ranked)
1990
34 years
Chambers (21 years ranked)

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