Melissa combines genuine enthusiasm for her work with a calm, methodical approach that keeps those around her well supported. Melissa is a Legal PA based in the Birmingham Disputed Wills and Trusts team, having been a valued member of the team since November 2021. She brings a professional and engaging approach to her role, combining strong organisational ability with a …
Rachel Butterfield
Rachel enjoys working as part of the Disputed Wills and Trusts Team helping clients to deal with each stage of their claim. She has over 30 years law firm work experience and has worked in various areas of Law, including Housing Disrepair, Personal Injury, Employment, Family, Dispute Resolution and Disputed Wills and Trusts. Since leaving college in 1995, Rachel has …
Laura Horton
Based in our Birmingham office, Laura is an Associate Solicitor in the Private Wealth team. Laura’s work includes the preparation of Wills, Powers of Attorney, providing inheritance tax advice, advising on Trusts and dealing with probate and estate administration matters. She obtained a Law Degree at the University of Sheffield before completing the Legal Practice Course with Masters achieving a …
Supporting Families Beyond Brain Injury: The Power of An Emotionally Intelligent Professional Deputy
Brain Injury Awareness Month is the ideal time for us reflect on the profound circumstances experienced by individuals and families affected by brain injury. It is when we bring visibility to this often ‘invisible’ injury, and to the specific challenges it can bring. It is a time to also celebrate the individual’s resilience by giving them a voice – and …
Saxan Bootes
Saxan is dedicated to supporting clients through the legal process to achieve the best possible outcome. She joined Rothley Law in March 2026 as an Associate in the Disputed Wills and Trusts team. Based in Reading, Saxan qualified as a Chartered Legal Executive in October 2017 and has extensive litigation experience. She is now applying her experience, knowledge and skills …
Andrew Bishop discusses free charity wills in the Sunday Times
With increasing numbers of charities offering free will-writing services, Andrew Bishop has shared his perspective in the Sunday Times on the legal risks involved. The issue: Why a free charity will could cost your family a fortune The amount left to UK charities in wills stood at £4.5 billion, a trend partly driven by the ease of writing a free …
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Heledd Wyn discusses assisted dying and estate planning
With assisted dying legislation moving ever closer, Bristol Partner Heledd Wyn has provided extensive commentary the implications that new laws could have for estate planning – and what this means for private client lawyers. The issue: assisted dying With assisted dying legislation moving forward rapidly in the Channel Islands, estates face new legal questions and risks to manage. Citywealth’s article …
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Is It Time to Update Your Will?
As part of Update Your Will Week (2nd–8th March 2026), we are proud to support The Association of Lifetime Lawyers in raising awareness about the importance of both making a will, as well as keeping your will up to date if personal circumstances change. Your will is so much more than just a legal document. It is designed to capture …
Rothley Law Secures Victory in Complex Estate Fraud Case
Fraudulent will and marriage certificate exposed following thorough investigation Rothley Law’s Disputed Wills and Trusts team has successfully represented Myles Sinar in a sophisticated estate fraud case which involved forged documents and false claims to a deceased woman’s estate. The case Kassy Jane Sinar had made a valid will in 2022, after being diagnosed with breast cancer. Under the terms …
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Abby Glendinning
Abby is an Apprentice Paralegal in our Court of Protection team. She is a classic example of us growing our own – having shown brilliant aptitude and natural ability with clients, she has progressed from Legal Assistant and is now finishing her Level 3 CILEx Paralegal Apprenticeship. She is very much the future of our Court of Protection team. She …