Pictured: Rothera Dowson's new assistant solicitor, Celia Lacey 

Nottingham law firm Rothera Dowson has announced the appointment of a new assistant solicitor to the firm's family team.

Celia Lacey joins the team following three years at Hawley and Rodgers Solicitors. With a total of 27 years experience, she has developed a sound reputation for dealing with care proceedings and other public law proceedings, including representation of children. 

A graduate of The University of Hull, Celia went on to gain her legal qualifications in Nottingham. She later went on to work for both Nottingham City Council and Nottingham Family Law Associates.

Commenting on the appointment, Paul Cobb, partner and head of Rothera Dowson's family law team, said:

"Celia is taking on a newly created role that will allow us to expand our child care team. As well as expanding her existing case-load, where she represents children through their guardians, she will also be available to represent parents, grandparents and other family members in care and family proceedings. 

"This appointment underlines our continuing commitment to assisting the most vulnerable members of our society, as well as to legal aid at a time when its availability in family matters is likely to be radically reduced in the near future."

Celia joins the team at Rothera Dowson's city centre offices in the historic Lace Market. The firm also has offices in Beeston, Mapperley, West Bridgford and Wollaton.

For further information on Rothera Dowson, visit www.rotheradowson.co.uk.