BTO Solicitors LLP fields an extensive team of practitioners that is well geared to act across a wide spectrum of financial crime cases, with notable activity in cases pertaining to money laundering and asset freezing. The firm represents clients from a broad range of professional backgrounds and is routinely instructed on high-profile, sensitive cases. Vikki Watt spearheads the practice and is often approached by both high-profile individuals and large multinational corporates for advice on financial crime issues. Co-head Alasdair Gillies is well placed to handle the criminal and civil matters arising in complex cases. Co-lead Lindsay MacNeill is singled out for her wealth of expertise in investigatory matters. Ramsay Hall, who is praised as a 'tour de force', joined the team from Brodies LLP in September 2024.

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Testimonials

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  • 'Ramsay Hall is a tour de force and has exceptional talent.'
  • ‘Ramsay Hall was exceptional with a great knowledge and expertise in this area of the law. His communication and empathy were first class.’

Work highlights

  • Advised an individual in relation to six money laundering charges. The matter reached trial in March 2023 and the client was acquitted of all charges.

Lawyers

Next generation lawyers
Junior partners with significant recognition from clients and peers in the market and key roles on multiple matters.

Practice head

The lawyer(s) leading their teams.

Vikki Watt, Alasdair Gillies, Lindsay MacNeill

Other key lawyers

Ramsay Hall