Known best for its insurance expertise, BTO Solicitors LLP fields a ‘strong team of very competent and knowledgeable’ construction lawyers. The department is spearheaded by Fraser Hopkins, who focuses on dispute resolution and risk avoidance. Michael Kitson is a key figure within the team, advising both public and private sector clients on the procurement aspects of construction projects.
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  • ‘The team is very approachable and gives sound advice. They can identify strengths and weaknesses of cases.’

  • ‘Fraser Hopkins is quick to identify relevant legal issues. He will invariably be available at short notice for a telephone call to discuss emerging issues.’

  • ‘Typically BTO gets successful outcomes for us, with a good success rate in dispute resolution, debt recovery and negotiation of SoAs.’

  • ‘Fraser Hopkins leads a strong team of very competent and knowledgeable construction solicitors who are extremely experienced and skilled in all aspects of dispute resolution.’

  • ‘Fraser Hopkins and his team worked around the clock to assist clients. They provided good and sound advice throughout the dispute resolution process.'

  • ‘The individuals bring a different perspective to legal matters with creative thinking to problematic issues. They also work to tight timescales, which is an essential skill in adjudications.’

  • ‘A good solid service. Efficient and timely responses.’

  • ‘Fraser Hopkins is hugely experienced, calm, and focused.’

Kernmandanten

  • PetroIneos Manufacturing Scotland Limited
  • Gilbert-Ash Limited
  • Trelleborg Offshore & Construction AB
  • RSA
  • Bell Building Projects Limited
  • Allan Water Homes Limited
  • Springfield Properties PLC
  • AXA XL/Chubb
  • Mitchell Diesel Limited (t/a Mitchell Powersystems)
  • Loreburn Housing Association Limited

Highlight-Mandate

  • Successfully advised a main contractor in a series of four adjudications in relation to a main contract dispute arising from office refurbishment work to a Grade A listed building in central London.
  • Advised Bell Building Projects Limited in the negotiation of a building contract with a national housebuilder in relation to life-critical cladding remediation works.
  • Advised a main contractor on various claims under, and possible variation to the terms of, a main contract for the design and construction of a major hotel development in Glasgow City Centre.

Anwält*innen

Praxisleitung

Fraser Hopkins

Weitere Kernanwält*innen

Michael Collins; Michael Kitson