Steven Wright

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ABOUT STEVEN WRIGHT

When businesses or individuals face financial pressure, the focus shifts to what matters most — protecting livelihoods, reputations, and futures.As Partner and Head of Business Recovery at Dains, I lead a team of highly experienced Restructuring and Insolvency professionals in supporting companies, directors, individuals, and lenders across Scotland and the UK through every stage of financial challenge.With over 20 years’ experience in formal insolvency appointments, including CVAs, administrations, receiverships, liquidations, and personal bankruptcies, I help clients make confident, informed decisions in complex financial situations. My focus is always on achieving the best possible outcome for all involved: assisting directors, safeguarding businesses, and supporting creditors through clear, compliant processes.I’ve worked closely with banks, lenders, and stakeholders, combining technical expertise with commercial understanding to deliver practical, balanced solutions. My experience includes a secondment with Lloyds Banking Group’s Corporate Real Estate Team, managing high-profile connections with debts exceeding £25 million, as well as time with Royal Bank of Scotland plc, working on both commercial real estate and trading businesses. These roles gave me valuable insight into how financial institutions view risk, restructuring, and recovery.At Dains, I specialise in:• Corporate Insolvency & Recovery – CVLs, MVLs, administrations, and CVAs• Personal Insolvency & Debt Solutions – Trust Deeds, bankruptcy, and debt restructuring for individuals• Creditor Support & Advisory – ensuring transparency, compliance, and fair outcomesI understand that when clients reach out for Business Recovery advice, it’s rarely an easy step. Many clients come to us feeling uncertain, under pressure, and unsure what to do next. My role is to remove that stress, to listen, explain the options clearly, and help them regain control of the situation with confidence.My approach is calm, practical approach, blending technical precision with commercial insight. Clients value my clarity, integrity, and ability to simplify complex challenges. Experience in restructuring firms and major banks gives me a unique lens on both solvent and insolvent businesses. Business recovery is about people, livelihoods, and futures. I offer clear, confidential advice to help clients move forward. At Dains, we combine Glasgow-based insight with UK-wide reach. If you\'re a director, adviser or stakeholder seeking pragmatic, regulated guidance, I\'m open to a confidential discussion.