Restructuring/Insolvency
UK Guide 2025 : Scotland
Band 1
Contact number
(0141) 248 4858Chambers Review
Pinsent Masons houses a specialist restructuring team with recognised cross-border capabilities. Its team in Scotland can be bolstered by its sector experts in both its UK and international offices. It advises lenders and financial institutions, insolvency practitioners, distressed businesses and boards of directors in the hospitality, financial services, retail and social care sectors, among others.
Work Highlights
- Pinsent Masons acted for Michelle Elliot and Callum Carmichael of FRP Advisory Trading in respect of their appointment as joint administrators to Orkney Fishermen's Society.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"The team at Pinsent Masons has comprehensive depth and a clear understanding from the start of the issues and what's required to resolve them. They are always available for calls and meetings."
"Pinsent Masons has a strong ability to supplement a team with its wider specialisms, ensuring all advice is relevant and practical."
"We are really pleased with the work provided - their prompt handling of projects, etc. The depth and breadth of their team is strong."
"The team at Pinsent Masons has comprehensive depth and a clear understanding from the start of the issues and what's required to resolve them. They are always available for calls and meetings."
"Pinsent Masons has a strong ability to supplement a team with its wider specialisms, ensuring all advice is relevant and practical."
"We are really pleased with the work provided - their prompt handling of projects, etc. The depth and breadth of their team is strong."
Notable Practitioners
Claire Massie leads the firm's banking and restructuring team in Edinburgh. She remains a prominent presence in the insolvency arena, and is well versed in advising banks and financial institutions on restructuring matters. She also handles transactional matters for distressed companies.
"Claire is the best restructuring and insolvency lawyer in Scotland. She is able to explain things in a clear and concise way, focusing on key issues. Her negotiation skills are first class."
Stacey Bairner is routinely called upon to provide advice on directors' duties, refinancing and transactional matters. She also gives pre-insolvency advice to the boards of companies facing difficult financial conditions.
"Stacey has a strong understanding and can quickly provide solutions to problems."
"Stacey is a joy to work with and a trusted partner."
Natalie Colaluca is a well-versed restructuring and insolvency practitioner with in-depth knowledge of administration matters, winding-down proceedings and voluntary liquidations, among numerous other issues. She is very experienced in cross-border matters.
"Natalie has developed into one of the most complete restructuring Scottish lawyers. She acquires more gravitas with each case, using and leading the strong network of support that her firm provides."