melissa thomson

Melissa Thomson

Legal PA

E: melissa.thomson@rothleylaw.com

T: 0330 016 9197

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 Butterfield

Legal PA

E: rachel.butterfield@rothleylaw.com

T: 0330 016 9194

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 …

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Saxan Bootes

Associate

E: saxan.bootes@rothleylaw.com

T: 0330 236 6738

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 …

Sabah Karim

Sabah Karim

Paralegal

E: sabah.karim@rothleylaw.com

T: 0330 236 6734

Sabah supports the team with legal research, drafting documents and assisting with the progression of matters. Having joined the firm in January 2026, she works as a paralegal within the Disputed Wills and Trusts team, assisting with a range of contentious probate matters. She obtained her law degree from Southampton, graduating in July 2025 with First Class Honours. During her …

Madeleine Willis

Madeleine Willis

Paralegal

E: madeeine.willis@rothleylaw.com

T: 0330 124 8256

Madeleine joined Rothley Law in September 2025 as a Paralegal in the Disputed Wills and Trusts team. She supports the Manchester-based team across a wide range of matters, with a focus on drafting documents and correspondence. Madeleine graduated from Manchester Metropolitan University with a First-class law degree in 2024.

Caitlin O'Leary

Caitlin O’Leary

Paralegal

E: caitlin.oleary@rothleylaw.com

T: 0330 016 9177

Caitlin joined Rothley Law in August 2024 within the Regulatory Claims & Litigation department, before moving into the Disputed Wills and Trusts team as a Paralegal in August 2025. With prior experience in litigation, Caitlin supports Dan and the Leeds-based team across a wide range of matters, with a particular focus on drafting documents and efforts in progressing cases efficiently …

Matt Ayer

Matt Ayer

Associate

E: matthew.ayer@rothleylaw.com

T: 0330 016 9203

Matt has a well-rounded approach to dispute resolution and is committed to providing practical solutions that align with his clients’ individual needs. Matt joined Rothley in 2025 as an Associate in our Disputed Wills and Trusts team, based in Manchester. Since qualifying in July 2023, Matt has represented claimants, defendants and executors in matters concerning the validity of wills, the …

Sophie Metcalf

Sophie Metcalf

Paralegal

E: sophie.metcalf@rothleylaw.com

T: 0330 236 6727

Sophie joined Rothley Law as a member of the Disputed Wills and Trusts team as a Paralegal in October 2025. Before starting at Rothley Law, Sophie graduated from Huddersfield University in Summer 2024 with an LLB in Criminology with Law before pursuing a master’s degree in Criminal law and procedure; graduating in January 2026. Sophie works closely with Shannon and …

Matthew Button

Associate

E: matthew.button@rothleylaw.com

T: 0330 016 9176

Matthew takes an attentive and sympathetic approach to addressing clients’ needs, whilst also appreciating the wider practicalities of dispute resolution.  He joined Rothley Law in August 2025 and is an Associate Solicitor in our Disputed Wills and Trusts team, based in Birmingham. Qualifying via the new SQE route, Matthew training he gained experience in residential/commercial property, contentious probate, general litigation …

Abigail Young

Abigail Young

Associate

E: Abigail.Young@rothleylaw.com

T: 0330 236 6730

An Associate Solicitor in our Disputed Wills and Trusts team, Abigail brings a strong litigation background from her experience in civil and commercial litigation.  Abigail’s extensive litigation experience enables her to approach these cases with confidence and precision, whether through negotiation or court proceedings. She works closely with clients to explore practical solutions that minimise conflict while safeguarding their interests. Since joining …