Mackrell International comprises 93 member firms and more than 4,500 lawyers across over 60 countries. BTO has been a member of MI for over 20 years and draws on this international platform to support clients wherever their business takes them, while maintaining local insight and competitive pricing.

The network has also been ranked Band 1 in the Chambers Global Guide for the 14th consecutive year.

Keith Heddle, MD of MI, commented: “Our sustained Band 1 ranking reflects the trust across our network. Firms refer work knowing their clients are in safe hands.”

Caroline Carr, chair of BTO Solicitors LLP, and Laura Salmond, who heads BTO’s employment law team, are Scotland’s primary ambassadors for the network.

Ms Carr said: “BTO’s clients rely on us for both their UK and global legal needs. Our membership of MI extends our reach and gives our clients seamless access to trusted legal advice worldwide, while retaining the service quality they expect from us.

“The network also helps our firm to develop and connect our emerging leaders in many ways. For example, recently, Erin Findlay, a solicitor in our corporate team, travelled to Argentina as part of Mackrell International’s Lawyer Exchange to spend time with ZBV Abogados in Buenos Aires, providing her with a transformational experience both personally and professionally.”

Ms Salmond commented: “I am delighted to once again fly the flag for Scotland within such a dynamic and supportive international community. As Caroline indicated, the insights, collaboration and opportunities created through MI are invaluable both for BTO and our clients, who benefit from instructing top‑ranked lawyers with strong local knowledge across the globe.”