The merger will see Woolley, Beardsleys & Bosworth become part of the Rothera Bray family, marking the firm’s eighth office and strengthening our geographic footprint alongside our existing offices in Leicester and Market Harborough. All staff will be retained as part of the merger, ensuring continuity for clients and preserving the wealth of experience within the combined teams.
Founded in 1732 and having occupied its Rectory Place premises since 1863, Woolley, Beardsleys & Bosworth has a long-standing reputation for legal excellence and deep roots in the Loughborough community. The firm adopted its current name in 1881 and has built a legacy of trust and integrity over the centuries.
As part of the merger, clients in Loughborough will continue to receive the high-quality legal support they are accustomed to, while also gaining access to a much broader range of legal services. These include corporate and commercial law, commercial property, employment law, family law, personal injury, dispute resolution, insolvency, transport and motoring, and licensing. This enhanced offering brings added value to the Loughborough community, giving both individuals and businesses access to comprehensive legal expertise all under one roof.
Christina Yardley, CEO of Rothera Bray, commented:
“We are delighted to welcome Woolley, Beardsleys & Bosworth to Rothera Bray. Their rich history, deep community connections, and commitment to client service align perfectly with our values. This merger enables us to serve a wider range of clients across Leicestershire while retaining the personal, high-quality legal support both firms are known for.”
Andy Jervis, Chairman of Chesterton House Group and owner of Woolley, Beardsleys & Bosworth, added:
“Woolley, Beardsleys & Bosworth has been an important part of our group since 2017, offering high-quality legal advice to our many financial planning and accounting clients. We have been deliberating how to ensure its long-term success, and after careful consideration we have concluded that joining with a firm that shares our ethos, values, and commitment to client care is the best way forward. We look forward to continuing to work with Rothera Bray for many years to come.”
The merger is effective immediately and clients of both firms can expect a seamless transition, with no disruption to the high standards of service they have come to expect.
Photo L-R: Richard Urwin (Director, Chesterton House), Christina Yardley (CEO, Rothera Bray), Andy Jervis (Chairman, Chesterton House)
