BTO Solicitors LLP advises investors, tenants and developers, with a strong focus on the energy, retail and leisure sectors. Department head Nicholas McBride assists with portfolio acquisitions and lease negotiations, while Scott Buchan leverages extensive commercial real estate expertise in his practice. They are supported by Jane Steel and Graeme Kelly. John Dunlop joined the firm from Shoosmiths in December 2024.
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- ‘The team approach really impressed me.'
- 'Client service is the highest priority, reflected in extremely quick response times and access to specialist knowledge within the firm as and when needed.'
- 'Personal service and attentiveness from partner.'
Key clients
- Stena Line Group
- Allan Water Homes Limited
- Robt. Jones Holdings
- New Picture House (St Andrews) Limited
- Enhance Healthcare Holdings Ltd
- J & S Mackenzie Limited
- Tarhill Holdings Ltd
- Stonecliffe Investments Limited
- McCall Developments Limited
- Frankel Ltd
- Affordable Golf Limited
- ESJ Restaurants Limited
- Angus Braidwood & Son Limited
- A.S. Homes Limited
- The Scottish Football Association
- William Hill Organization Limited
- Mulberry
Work highlights
Acting for New Picture House (St Andrews) Limited on a deal involving the development of a new gastro-pub concept based on a golf theme with retained cinema element within St Andrews.
Practice head
Nicolas McBride
Other key lawyers
Paul Greenhill; Scott Buchan; Jane Steel; Graeme Kelly; John Dunlop