Aberdein Considine‘s debt recovery team has a solid track record in acting for clients in the financial services, real estate, construction, utilities and housing sectors, often assisting with cases arising from insolvency, professional negligence and fraud claims. Secured and unsecured debt recovery matters are prominent in the group’s workload. Myra Scott is ‘a legend in the banking litigation sector‘, and Laura Browne is well versed in advising on a wide spectrum of contentious matters. Paul Mcintosh regularly acts for lenders in secured and unsecured debt recoveries, and has particular expertise in handling work concerning professional negligence claims. Gary McAdam and George McNaughton are practitioners to note.
Debt recovery in Scotland
Aberdein Considine
Responsables de la pratique:
Myra Scott; Laura Browne; Gary McAdam; George McNaughton
Autres avocats clés:
Laura Browne; Paul Mcintosh; Ross Webb
Les références
‘Aberdein Considine offers proactive, high-quality debt recovery services and advice. Providing an end-to-end service across all jurisdictions, they act as a comprehensive debt recovery partner.’
‘Myra Scott and Gary McAdam are key contacts who provide excellent support for recovery. They are knowledgeable, skilled, and approachable, and they ensure that service is delivered to a high standard and in a timely manner.’
‘Ross Webb is an experienced and pragmatic litigator who builds strong client relationships.’
Principaux clients
Lloyds Banking Group
NatWest Group plc
The Co-Operative Bank plc
Nationwide Building Society
Virgin Money plc
Skipton Building Society
TSB Bank plc
The Mortgage Lender Limited
Rooftop Mortgages Limited
Atom Bank plc
West Bromwich Building Society
Capital Home Loans
One Savings Bank plc
Castle Water
Scottish Power
Savills plc
Anderson Strachan
Brodies LLP
The debt recovery team at Brodies LLP is well-known in the market for assisting clients in the automotive industry and financial services sector with a broad range of matters. Iain Rutherford focuses on high-profile recovery litigation, while Matthew Farrell acts on related residential and commercial property matters and Marianne Griffin handles a wide spectrum of debt and asset recovery matters; the trio co-head the practice. Laura McMillan and Lauren Kerr showcase expertise in motor finance issues.
Responsables de la pratique:
Iain Rutherford; Matthew Farrell; Marianne Griffin
Autres avocats clés:
Lauren Kerr; Laura McMillan
Les références
‘Brodies has a team filled with passionate people whose knowledge is unparalleled in our experience. Cases are managed with minimum fuss, and every communication is measured and to the point, guiding us through any decisions that are required. They have a way of explaining even the most complicated nuances of Scottish law in a way that is easy to understand, and ensures that any decision made by us has the full weight of knowledge behind it.’
‘Our relationship with Marianne Griffin in particular is highly valued, and she is always willing to go the extra mile to ensure that we have the best possible service. We always appreciate the assistance that she gives us, no matter how complicated the case involved.’
‘Brodies have a wealth of experience in enforcing judgments obtained in jurisdictions outside the Scottish Courts, e.g. via the English and Welsh Courts. They provide a smooth and efficient service at all times with great administration and are always on hand to answer any questions promptly.’
Principaux clients
Link Financial Outsourcing Limited
PRA Group (UK) Ltd
Toyota Financial Services (UK) Plc
CA Auto Finance UK Ltd
MotoNovo Finance Limited
Principaux dossiers
- Assisting an independent energy supplier with debt recovery work.
Harper Macleod LLP
Under the joint leadership of Natalie Dissake, who specialises in handling public sector matters, and debt recovery expert James Lloyd, Harper Macleod LLP’s 'excellent' debt recovery team is well versed in acting for clients in the media, hospitality, healthcare, utilities, and financial services sectors. Lyndsay McMahon is very experienced in advising on matters in the housing arena; Eilidh Crawford and Frances Bancewicz are names to note.
Responsables de la pratique:
Natalie Dissake; James Lloyd
Autres avocats clés:
Lyndsay McMahon; Frances Bancewicz; Eilidh Crawford
Les références
‘An efficient level of service.’
‘The team are extremely nice to deal with.’
‘The quality of their work is excellent.’
Principaux clients
Forsyth of Denny Limited
Paladin Commercial
Optimum SME Finance Limited
E-Capital Commercial Finance (North) Limited
Department for Work and Pensions (including Secretary of State for Work and Pensions, Child Maintenance Service, and Recovery from Estates)
Pure (CGV) Limited
River Clyde Homes
Revenue Scotland
John W Grant & Son Limited
City of Edinburgh Council
Training Developments Scotland Limited
Taylor Martin Property Management Limited
Scottish Ministers
Pure (CGV) Limited
Brightwater Services Ltd
Office of the Advocate General
Rockland Solutions t/a BoilerSure
Highland Industrial Supplies Limited
Principaux dossiers
- Represented Optimum SME Finance in a dispute concerning the recovery of sums due to the client from personal guarantors.
- Acted for Brightwater Services Ltd in a debt recovery matter involving a water services contract.
Morton Fraser MacRoberts
At Morton Fraser MacRoberts, the ‘very efficient‘ debt and asset recovery team has extensive experience in advising on complex recovery matters, including cases involving insolvency and allegations of fraud. Nicola Ross is well versed in handling contractual disputes; she co-heads the practice with Leon Breakey, who focuses on insolvency issues, and Denise Loney, a key contact for recovery work. The client base includes government agencies and educational institutions. Other key practitioners include Jo Purdy and Tracey Kerr, who is active on secured and unsecured recovery matters.
Responsables de la pratique:
Nicola Ross; Leon Breakey; Denise Loney
Autres avocats clés:
Jo Purdy; Tracey Kerr
Les références
‘Their advice and customer service is second-to-none and nothing is a problem for them.’
‘Their people are extremely friendly, helpful and just easy to deal with.’
‘Denise Loney always takes time to listen and understand what we are trying to achieve for the clients.’
Principaux clients
Bibby Group of Factors
Lloyds Bank Commercial Finance
Glasgow Credit Union
Handelsbanken
Investec
Kennet Equipment Leasing Limited
MI Vehicle Finance Ltd
Curtis Banks
Lowther Homes Limited
Marsh Finance Ltd
NHS Credit Union
Cemex UK Operations Limited
Kingston Park House Limited
Pointer Limited
Flogas Britain Limited
Stallan Brand Architecture + Design Limited
Speirs Gumley Property Management Limited
UK Search Limited
Principaux dossiers
- Advising Investec, alongside other companies, on asset recovery, debt recovery and motor finance matters.
Shoosmiths
Under the leadership of Andrew Foyle, Shoosmiths' debt recovery practice has extensive experience in advising on asset-related recovery services, insolvency issues and business recoveries. The group regularly acts for financial services companies, motor finance providers and landlords. Foyle is ably supported by disputes and insolvency expert Seonaid Sandham and commercial litigator Sophie McNally.
Responsables de la pratique:
Andrew Foyle
Autres avocats clés:
Seonaid Sandham; Sophie McNally
Les références
‘The service we receive from Shoosmiths is of a high quality.’
‘We have a strong and positive relationship with colleagues at Shoosmiths. They are helpful, knowledgeable and provide the support/services required.’
‘Andrew Foyle is wise, pragmatic and unflappable.’
Principaux clients
Aggregate Industries
Alex M Adamson LLP
Breedon Group
Cabot Credit Management
Calor Gas
Castle Water
Co-operative Bank plc
Cumberland Building Society
DM Hall LLP
Equifinance Ltd
Everflow Utilities
First Response Finance Limited
Interpath Advisory
Leeds Building Society
Leeds Building Society
Middlebrooks Business Advisory
MKM Building Supplies
PPL PRS Limited
Propel Finance
Scott & Company
Screwfix
Speedy Asset Services
Topaz Finance Ltd
United Trust Bank plc
Principaux dossiers
- Acting for an administrator in a case involving the recovery of director’s loans.
BTO Solicitors LLP
BTO Solicitors LLP’s debt recovery team routinely acts for major credit card providers, construction companies, property managers, and large social housing associations in a range of matters. Practice head Angus Wood brings extensive expertise in contentious work, and Grant Hunter handles unsecured and secured recoveries for a broad client base, including banks, credit card providers, and accountancy firms. Kirsteen Maclean assists with enforcement actions, and Aaron Kane is active in recovery matters.
Responsables de la pratique:
Angus Wood
Autres avocats clés:
Grant Hunter; Kirsteen Maclean; Aaron Kane
Les références
‘The team are approachable and accommodating.’
‘Considerable strength in depth. We appreciate the consistency and availability of advice which is of significant benefit to our clients in making swift decisions.’
‘Angus Wood and Kirsteen Maclean are readily accessible, and provide knowledgeable and assured advice.’
Principaux clients
American Express Services (Europe) Limited
Atradius Collections
Coface UK Limited
Lloyds Banking Group
RMG Scotland Limited
First Bus Group (Transportation Claims Limited)
Stena Line Ports Limited
James Gibb Property Management Limited
Scottish Football Association (Scottish FA)
Isle of Arran Distillers Limited
American Express Services (Europe) Limited
Atradius Collections
Coface UK Limited
Lloyds Banking Group
RMG Scotland Limited
First Bus Group (Transportation Claims Limited)
Stena Line Ports Limited
James Gibb Property Management Limited
Scottish Football Association (Scottish FA)
Isle of Arran Distillers Limited
DWF
Led by Ricky Cannon, an expert in debt recovery litigation, the team at DWF is instructed in a wide range of debt recovery matters, ranging from secured and unsecured recoveries to compliance and regulatory matters. Automotive industry companies are prominent in the group's client base. Danny McClymont specialises in motor finance work, and is adept at advising utilities companies on debt recovery disputes, and Garry MacInnes assists banking and finance clients with insolvency-related mandates.
Responsables de la pratique:
Ricky Cannon
Autres avocats clés:
Danny McClymont; Garry MacInnes; Dylan Higgins MacInnes
Les références
‘The motor finance expertise is fantastic.’
‘Ricky Cannon cannot do more for his clients. He thinks outside the box and leads the charge with innovative ideas. He is always available for a chat. Danny McClymont and Garry MacInnes are fantastic. They are experts in Consumer Rights Act 2015 disputes.’
‘Ricky Cannon, Garry MacInnes and Danny McClymont provide excellent legal recommendations.’
Gilson Gray
Gilson Gray handles business to business debt recoveries, often acting for clients in the construction, automotive, financial services, and property sectors. The group is equally adept at advising on cross-border debt recovery work. David Alexander, who leads the team, brings extensive experience in advising on debt recovery work, and Rosie Walker is active in commercial litigation. Craig Darling is well versed in assisting with insolvency-related cases. Scott Runciman is 'very responsive', with a core focus on property issues.
Responsables de la pratique:
David Alexander
Autres avocats clés:
Rosie Walker; Scott Runciman; Craig Darling
Les références
‘Our go-to lawyers in Scotland. We know we are always in safe hands with David Alexander and his team.’
‘The team continuously provides you with clear, concise information and advice in order for you to make an informed decision in a timely manner.’
‘I find David Alexander a pleasure to work with. He takes a personal approach to all engagements.’
Principaux clients
Finbiz Funding Limited
Hunter Wilson Limited
Rewd Developments Ltd
Middlebrooks Business Recovery
Aver Chartered Accountants
Lester Aldridge
MGM Timber (Scotland) Limited
Yesss Electrical
Xerox Finance Limited
Principaux dossiers
- Advised Tesla Financial Services Ltd on several recovery claims.
- Assisting UK Plumbing Supplies Ltd with all Scottish debt recovery and litigation matters.
TLT
The debt recovery group at TLT is led by John Paul Sheridan, a highly regarded commercial litigation expert, who is ably supported by Louise Chopra, who handles disputes for financial services clients. The group is well versed in advising on secured and unsecured recoveries and insolvency-related matters. Other key practitioners include Louise Gould, who handles mortgage debts.
Responsables de la pratique:
John Paul Sheridan
Autres avocats clés:
Louise Chopra; Louise Gould; Peter McGladrigan; Lorna McWilliams; Michael Collins
Les références
‘Quick to respond. Transparent case management.’
‘A very efficient and professional service.’
Anderson Strathern
Anderson Strathern’s debt recovery practice is instructed by SMEs, public sector bodies, commercial landlords, banks and utility companies in a range of matters. Practice head Gillian Murray is well known for her expertise in litigation, and is well versed in advising on insolvency matters; she is ably supported by Fiona Stephen and Fraser Geddes.
Responsables de la pratique:
Gillian Murray
Autres avocats clés:
Fiona Stephen; Fraser Geddes
Les références
‘They are able to handle the actions raised with confidence and achieve satisfactory outcomes. They offer advice and present a variety of options available to us so that we can make informed decisions and instructions.’
‘The solicitors are easily available should discussions be required.’
Principaux clients
Scottish Power Energy Retail Limited
Stirling Park
Property Management Company (Aberdeen) Limited
Hacking & Paterson Management Services
Firstport Property Services Scotland Ltd
JB & G Forsyth Property Managers
Will Rudd Davidson (Glasgow) Ltd
D & I Scott Property Managers
DPD Group UK Ltd
Stately-Albion Limited
Johnston Carmichael
FRP Advisory LLP
Principaux dossiers
- Advising Scottish Power Energy Retail Limited on debt recovery matters.
- Advising Hacking & Paterson Management Services on issues concerning unpaid fees.
- Advising Stirling Park LLP on a broad range of debt recovery issues.