With noteworthy modern families and fertility law expertise, the offering at BTO Solicitors LLP acts for clients in court and resolves disputes through various ADR methods. The team tackles high-profile divorce and financial remedy proceedings, and complex child law cases, amongst others. ‘Standout’ practitioner Lesley Gordon heads up the team. Kirsty McGuinness acts for women experiencing economic abuse, while Beverley Addison leads the charge on the fertility law side. Dianne Millen handles incapax matters and Claire Christie focuses on financial issues in relationship breakdown.
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‘Gayle Thomas and Roisin Cooper were both outstanding, not only in legal advice but on a personal level too - this was such a stressful and demanding time for me personally. They both treated me as a person and not just a client, which made me feel they actually wanted to help.'
‘Lesley Gordon has been utterly professional, personable, responsive, and innovative in her approach to a sensitive matter. She achieves results. She is realistic in managing expectations and, while maintaining the appropriate distance, she exudes warmth and instils confidence. Lesley clearly has the respect and support of her colleagues and this is reciprocated as has been apparent from her readiness to seek expertise within the firm as required.’
‘Kirsty McGuinness is a knowledgeable and experienced family lawyer. Kirsty is easy to deal with and works to assist clients in achieving a practical solution.’
‘Lesley Gordon is a standout for me - she is really knowledgeable in her field of law but above everything else, she is empathetic and understanding. She is a specialist in her area and has a fantastic reputation in Scotland.’
‘The team at BTO are well-resourced and are compassionate and informed experts in their field. They are credible professionals with integrity.'
‘Beverley Addison impresses with both her knowledge of and passion for her family creation work.’
‘Lesley Gordon is one of the most experienced and well-regarded family lawyers in Scotland, with a huge wealth of experience. She is skilled in the technical aspects of family law, and great with numbers. Kirsty McGuinness is technically able, empathetic, committed and enthusiastic in her approach to her client's cases.'
‘Dianne Millen is extremely bright and has excellent attention-to-detail. Claire Christie is an excellent lawyer, who is a real asset to the team.’
'I applaud their forward-thinking approach.'
'Their ability to think about their clients' needs is important, and the respect shown to their colleagues is impressive.'
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Leading associates
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Practice head
Lesley Gordon
Other key lawyers
Kirsty McGuinness; Beverley Addison; Dianne Millen; Claire Christie; Roisin Cooper