Led by Will Cole, the team at BTO Solicitors LLP is well known for handling a wide spectrum of contentious and non-contentious sports matters. Cole is very experienced in litigation, and the group acts for governing bodies of sports in disputes, however the practice is equally strong in handling regulatory matters, contractual work, employment issues and investments into Scottish sports clubs and venues. David Gibson regularly represents clients in the golf and football worlds in real estate work, and personal injury cases form the backbone of Claire White's practice. Michael Cox and Emma Barclay handle commercial and corporate matters; Laura Salmond and Dawn Robertson are experts in employment law; and Lynn Richmond focuses on intellectual property cases.
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Testimonials
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‘They were efficient and practical, and gave us good advice all the way through. I was very happy with the work.’
‘Michael Cox is excellent. He was very good at striking the balance between pragmatism, speed, and ensuring our interests were protected.’
‘The team at BTO are well-versed in our requirements and the particular challenges of our sector. This allows them to give focused, effective advice.’
‘Will Cole and Emma Barclay have strong sector knowledge, which means they can give us effective advice, taking into account the particular challenges that we can face in certain situations.’
Key clients
- Scottish Football Association
- QTV (Quipu TV Limited)
- Lenzie Rugby Football Club
- Aberlady Inn Limited (Wirefox)
- Armadilla Accommodation Limited
- DAFC Fussball GmbH
- Lawn Tennis Association
- Ardrossan Winton Rovers CIC
- Outpost Overseas Limited
- International Children’s Games
Work highlights
Advising the owner of Dunfermline Athletic Football Club on the sale of the majority shareholding to a US-based investor.
Acting for the Scottish FA in contentious matters.
Assisting QTV with negotiations with broadcasters regarding the provision of recording and production services.
Lawyers
Next Generation Partners
Junior partners with significant recognition from clients and peers in the market and key roles on multiple matters.
Practice head
Will Cole
Other key lawyers
Claire White; Lynn Richmond; Laura Salmond; Dawn Robertson; Michael Cox; Emma Barclay; David Gibson