Insurance

"this firm wins particular acclaim for its expertise in personal injury, EL/PL and motor claims" (Chambers UK 2010)

“Combines pragmatism with technical excellence.” (Chambers uk 2010)

William Speirs is popular with clients thanks to his “engaging, wise and helpful approach.” (Chambers UK 2010)

clients praise bto's “really adaptable and innovative approach” (Chambers UK 2009)

bto “has carved out a name for itself in the fields of personal injury, professional negligence and product liability work." (Chambers UK 2007)


Personal Injury

"This firm is snapping at the heels of the leaders in this market." (Chambers UK, 2010)

Louise Hay is "always meticulously well prepared and a delight to work with." (Chambers UK, 2010)

A strong presence wherever big-ticket catastrophic claims are to be found, bto “is known for the strong personal relationships the firm builds up with its clients, and for getting experts involved at a very early stage.”  (Chambers UK 2009)

Louise Hay, who enjoys a high profile “does great work for her clients.” (Chambers UK 2009)

This “strong and personable” team handles large-value catastrophic claims from areas such as public liability, employers’ liability, product liability and motor claims. (Chambers UK 2008)

Louise Hay is described by her peers as “a serious player” in the sector. Clients appreciate the fact that she is “always contactable and accessible.” (Chambers UK 2008)

“Expert in both clinical negligence and PI, bto remains at the forefront of injury-related work.” (Chambers UK 2007)


Medical Negligence

Ranked Band 1 (Legal 500, 2009 & Chambers UK 2010)

"bto has risen to the top of the rankings thanks to a shrewd recruitment policy which has allowed the firm to secure a position as the largest defendant group in the country." (Chambers UK 2010)

Laura Donald is "a highly visible and well-respected player in the defendant market." (Chambers UK 2010)

"the level of service has always been excellent, with properly experienced solicitors dealing with appropriate cases" (Legal 500, 2009)

“Consistently high-quality work and client-friendly approach.” (Chambers UK 2009)

“The ‘practical and capable’ Douglas Jessiman remains the firm’s leading light. With more than 20 years’ of experience, he is one of the region's best-recognised names.” (Chambers UK 2008)

Clare Bone is “experienced in dealing with the prosecuting authorities and representing clients in criminal and civil cases” (Chambers UK 2008)

bto is a “major player in the area. It is well known for its work with the GMC and its handling of fatal accident inquiries. Seasoned advocate Douglas Jessiman heads the team.” (Chambers UK 2007).


Professional Negligence

"bto has a broad and impressive professional indemnity practice" (Chambers UK, 2010)

Interviewees praise Derek Allen's "meticulous approach to his cases." (Chambers UK, 2010)

bto is placed in band 1 (Chambers UK, 2010)

Derek Allan heads Brechin Tindal Oatts’ "impressive practice" (Legal 500, 2009)

Alan Eadie is "recommended" (Legal 500, 2009)

Derek Allan is highlighted as a “thorough, diligent solicitor with a sensible head on his shoulders” who is “always willing to try to resolve matters rather than litigate.”  (Chambers UK 2009)

Derek Allan “knows the ropes” and delivers work that is “painstaking and detailed.” “Alan Eadie boasts in-depth experience in acting on behalf of professionals.” (The Legal 500, 2008)

“Expert in both clinical negligence and PI…...” (Chambers UK 2007)

“The team is ‘up there’ in terms of reputation…” (Chambers UK 2007)


Health & Safety

This firm continues to assert itself in the market, with ...an enviable profile in both the non-contentious and contentious spheres" (Chambers UK 2010)

"The team is superb at advising you through the legal questions and pitfalls in plain English, not legalese”  (Chambers UK 2010)

Clare Bone is a former prosecutor fiscal with a wealth of experience prosecuting health and safety cases and a reputation as "a formidable litigator."  (Chambers UK 2010)

"first-rate team" (Legal 500, 2009)

Praised for its "very accomplished work in this area.”... bto is “definitely on its way up.” (Chambers UK 2009)



Multi-jurisdictional claims

"Partner Bill Speirs has carved out a strong reputation in multi-jurisdictional disputes.” (Chambers UK 2008)

bto has “developed a strong practice advising national and US insurers on cross-border and jurisdictional issues, thanks largely to the specialist knowledge and experience of partner Bill Speirs.” (Chambers UK 2007)