BTO Solicitors LLP receives high-profile and complex instructions from a broad range of corporates, financial institutions, and high-net-worth individuals; the full-service team supports clients in a wide range of insolvency mandates. The practice is under the joint leadership of Angus Wood, whose ‘strong knowledge of insolvency law’ draws in clients from both the public and private sector, and Alastair Dunn, who is noted for his experience handling complex corporate restructurings. Grant Hunter is active on secured and unsecured recoveries, while Kirsteen Maclean is well placed to advise on insolvency-related disputes.
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‘The team work very well together. They all give practical, pragmatic advice.’
‘Angus Wood and his team are very good at identifying the aims and objectives of a client. Angus is excellent at explaining the options available to clients in terms that they will understand. He is particularly good at explaining insolvency concepts and rules to individuals who don't have experience in the area.’
‘Angus Wood has a strong knowledge of insolvency law. He is very thorough in his analysis of a problem and often identifies solutions or strategies which would not have occurred to those with a less detailed knowledge of the area. Angus is also a strong communicator. He is able to explain difficult concepts to clients no matter their background or experience.’
‘BTO is unique in the breadth and depth of its experience. Its strength is that it can see litigation from every angle because they act for everyone from large multi-national or international companies, to small businesses, to individuals.’
‘Angus Wood has quickly developed into one of the heavyweights of the insolvency and corporate recovery market in Scotland. He combines an encyclopaedic knowledge of the law with incredible commercial intelligence. He is a trusted guide to his clients, and also respected by his opponents.'
‘Angus Wood & Kirsteen Maclean are the two individuals I have had dealings with. The former is a very experienced partner, with Kirsteen being an Associate. Both are well versed in insolvency litigation. Both communicate as required in an efficient manner.’
‘Grant Hunter and Kirsteen MacLean are our key contacts. Both have a deep understanding of Scottish insolvency and experience of high-profile cases.’
'This practice were always proactive and very quick to respond in an appropriate manner.'
'Angus Wood inspires confidence in any decisions taken in light of his advice.'
Key clients
- Lloyds Banking Group (Lloyds Bank plc and Bank of Scotland plc)
- Interpath Advisory
- Opus Restructuring & Insolvency
- FRP Advisory
- BDO Services Limited
- Begbies Traynor
- Azets
- Johnston Carmichael
- Quantuma
- Asertis Limited
- AAB
- Remedi Healthcare Limited
Work highlights
Advising the trustees in the sequestration of a high-profile Southern African business couple, involved in the mobile telecoms industry, in relation to seeking recognition of South African sequestration proceedings in Scotland - in order to facilitate the recovery and sale of substantial Scottish property assets, as part of the sequestration.
Advising BDO Services Limited in pursuing claims on behalf of the joint liquidators of Healthcare Environmental Services Limited.
Advised Remedi Healthcare Limited regarding the acquisition of the business and assets of Remedi Solutions Ltd (in administration).
Lawyers
Next Generation Partners
Junior partners with significant recognition from clients and peers in the market and key roles on multiple matters.
Practice head
Angus Wood; Alastair Dunn
Other key lawyers
Grant Hunter; Kirsteen Maclean