Responsible Business

At BTO, we recognise that contributing positively to society and the environment is essential for our long term success and the wellbeing of our colleagues and clients and the communities we serve.

Our firm values of being positive, supportive, brave and insightful are reflected in our goal of always improving our ESG (Environmental, Social and Governance) impacts. For us, this means committing to:

  • Promoting sustainable operations and minimising our environmental impact.
  • Fostering a diverse, inclusive workplace with decency, respect and fairness at its heart.
  • Engaging positively with our communities, colleagues and clients.
  • Upholding the highest standards of governance.

Our ESG Committee monitors and reports on our ESG initiatives and encourages everyone in the firm to participate in and contribute to our culture of sustainability and social responsibility.

Please see our ESG Insights for the latest news updates.

We are committed to implementing energy-efficient practices, reducing paper usage, promoting digital communication and reducing our emissions, including through sustainable procurement.

We strive for a workplace where everyone feels a sense of belonging and we never tolerate bullying and harassment. We support our colleagues’ contributions to pro bono legal services, charitable endeavours and other community projects. We provide mental health support, flexible working arrangements and opportunities for personal and professional growth.

We conduct our business with the utmost professionalism, ethics and integrity. We provide our colleagues with training and support they need to adhere strictly to our professional and regulatory obligations to maintain client confidentiality and avoid conflicts of interest, money laundering, terrorist financing and bribery and any facilitation of criminal conduct such as fraud and tax evasion.

BTO organises and gets involved in a range of initiatives to help others. Activities include fundraising, volunteering with various organisations, offering pro bono legal advice and providing free mentoring and training.

Visit the BTO Cares section of our website for more information.

What people say...

Scotland's Charity Air Ambulance (SCAA)

"Thank you all so much for your amazing support - we really appreciate it!"

Trussell

"We really can’t repeat enough how much we appreciate all that you have done for us. We’re proud to have you as part of #Team Trussell and congratulations again on raising such a fantastic total!"

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