BTO to represent Scotland at global legal network AGM in Germany

Mackrell International secures 14th Chambers Band 1 ranking and BTO to represent Scotland at MI AGM in Germany

Mackrell International (MI), the global legal network of which BTO is a long‑standing member, has been ranked Band 1 in the Chambers Global Guide for the 14th consecutive year, as BTO prepares to represent Scotland, UK at the network’s annual general meeting in Munich later this month.

This continued recognition reflects the strength, quality and collaboration of firms across the network and is based on independent research and client and peer feedback across more than 190 jurisdictions. BTO is pleased to be part of a community that consistently operates at the highest level internationally.

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.”

MI 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.

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. Caroline 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.”

BTO will represent Scotland at Mackrell International’s 2026 AGM taking place in Munich from 22 to 26 April. Laura 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.”

Image: (left to right) Keith Heddle, MD of Mackrell International, Caroline Carr, Chair of BTO and Laura Salmond, Head of Employment.