Our History

Rothera Dowson can trace its history back over 180 years.

1824 – Dowsons Solicitors are established in Fletcher Gate, Nottingham

1827 – Rotheras Solicitors are established in Nottingham

1937 – German & Soar are founded and offices established in Nottingham

1951 – German & Soar open Branch office in Beeston

1982 – Dowsons open Branch office in Mapperley

1987 – German & Soar open Branch office in Wollaton

1988 – Dowsons amalgamate with JH Husbands & Sons, and acquire their West Bridgford office

1990 – Rotheras move to Kayes Walk in The Lace Market

1998 – Rotheras and Dowsons merge to become Rothera Dowson

2001 – German & Soar incorporated in Rothera Dowson

2002 – Amy Rothera became 6th generation of the Rothera family to qualify as a solicitor and become part of the firm.

Today, Rothera Dowson retains a tradition of personal service and a reputation built up since the reign of George IV. Not many law firms can say that!

Picture and Ian and Amy Rothera

Amy and Ian Rothera