Tim Edward > Dentons > Edinburgh, United Kingdom > Lawyer Profile

BTO Solicitors LLP counts contractors, engineers and architects among its key roster of clients, and is noted for its expertise in handling professional negligence claims arising out of the construction sector. Following the departure of former practice heads Alan Eadie and Lynne Cardow in October 2023, ‘first-rate professional negligence litigator’ Tim Edward leads the team and handles a broad range of negligence claims. Michael Collins is noted for his expertise in the construction sector, while Gillian Harman and Stuart Craig assist with professional liability cases.

Possessing ‘significant experience in insolvency and company law matters – particularly contentious matters’, BTO Solicitors LLP has strengthened its full-service offering through the hire of dispute resolution specialist Tim Edwards from MBM Commercial in November 2023, making the firm well-equipped to act for a range of insolvency practitioners, commercial lenders, and landlords. Angus Wood co-leads the group and is widely lauded as a ‘stand-out partner’ who is ‘unbelievably intelligent’ and ‘displays real commercial acumen’. Wood’s contentious practice is complimented by co-head Alastair Dunn‘s corporate restructuring offering, while Grant Hunter is largely focused on secured and unsecured recovery work. Kirsteen Maclean is also recommended for her litigation expertise.

With Grant Hunter at the helm, BTO Solicitors LLP handles litigation arising out of corporate and commercial arrangements, including shareholder, post-M&A, and boardroom disputes. Supporting Scottish, UK, and multinational clients, Will Cole has extensive experience litigating in senior courts. Tim Edward joined the practice from MBM Commercial in November 2023, bringing significant experience in insolvency and company disputes. Angus Wood supports shareholders and directors through partnership, breach of duty, and derivative actions.