Chambers Review
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Corporate/M&A: Scotland - UK
What the Team is Known For
BTO Solicitors acts for SMEs from a wide range of industries on corporate transactions and reorganisation matters. The firm has notable expertise in the renewables, licensing and leisure sectors, among others, advising a number of overseas and UK clients. The team demonstrates expertise across different departments to provide clients with fully rounded advice on corporate matters. It has additional experience in handling corporate disputes involving directors and shareholders.
Strengths
They have an excellent pool of talent and response times are immediate.
All of the team provided a seamless approach to our dealings. Strength in specific areas was brought in as and when required and there was no break in pace to the advice offered as this took place.
As well as being highly skilled at their job, they are also very pragmatic which helps when agreeing contractual terms.
Work Highlights
BTO Solicitors acted for the shareholders of Bullet Express in the sale of their shares to investors Panoramic and Maven for around £10 million.
Notable practitioners
Jeremy is very knowledgeable and supportive. He's always available for you and very helpful.
Scott is a highly-skilled lawyer but also offers a high level of pragmatism which is vital in our work. He is also personable, a problem solver and an excellent communicator.
Scott is a strong all-round corporate lawyer with good experience in our sector.
Scott is excellent. I always felt we had the best advice available at all times when he was involved. He provided consistent strength in our handling of negotiations during the acquisition.
Scott is an excellent lawyer, providing clear and straightforward advice. He works to budget and always acts in his client's best interests.
Scott is very knowledgeable and is great to work with. He is very supportive and always stays very calm and assured.
Emma Barclayis noted for her experience advising clients on a number of corporate transactions such as sales, acquisitions and joint venture restructurings.
Emma is very personable and technically very able. If conflicted, I will send clients her way.