SLATER & GORDON (UK) 1 LIMITED

PaymentCheck Score 2025
71Fair
14.7vs last year
#2361 in UK
#145 in Professional Services
#146 in North West

Company Information

Company Number
07895497
Registered Address
First Floor, Lee House, 90 Great Bridgewater Street, Manchester, United Kingdom, M1 5JW
Status
Active
Employee Count
1,062
Turnover
£51,447,000
EBITDA
£23,711,000

Additional Details

Company Type
Private limited Company
Incorporated On
3 January 2012
Nature of Business
70100 - Activities of head offices
Industries
Professional Services
Region
North West

Time to Pay

Average Time to Pay
50 days
Shortest Period:45 days
Longest Period:0 days
Max Contractual:720 days

Payment Timeline

Within 30 Days
49%
31-60 Days
34%
After 60 Days
17%
Not Paid Within Terms57%

Payment Features

Participates in Codes✗ No
E-Invoicing✗ No
Supply Chain Finance✗ No

Payment Score History

Excellent (80+) Good (60-79) Fair (40-59) Poor (20-39) Very Poor (<20)

Performance Reports History

Reporting Period Filed: 2024-08-02
Reporting PeriodFiling DateAverage Time to Pay (days)Paid within 30 daysPaid 31-60 daysPaid after 60 daysNot Paid within Terms
01 Jan 2025 - 30 Jun 202529 Jul 20253465%28%7%34%
01 Jul 2024 - 31 Dec 202431 Jan 20251278%12%10%23%
01 Jul 2023 - 31 Dec 202302 Feb 202417848%29%23%48%
01 Jan 2023 - 30 Jun 202308 Aug 20237847%27%26%52%
01 Jul 2022 - 31 Dec 202223 Mar 20239821%30%49%79%
01 Jan 2022 - 30 Jun 202230 Jul 202210423%24%53%76%
01 Jul 2021 - 31 Dec 202130 Jan 20224322%44%33%69%
01 Jan 2021 - 30 Jun 202129 Jul 20214443%40%17%54%

Payment Time Trends

Payment Distribution Trends

Invoice Payment Practices

This information is as reported by the business, and responses are in their own words.

Payment Terms

Standard payment terms

Historically, Slater & Gordon’s standard payment terms have been 30 days from invoice receipt to payment, but this varied from 7 days to 90 days on some contractual arrangements and was not explicitly defined in others. Further the terms applied depended on the nature of the Products and Services provided. In 2017 Slater & Gordon took the decision to transition to 45 day payment terms on new contracts and to request suppliers to extend payment terms to 45 days on contracts due for renewal, typically at contract anniversary. This is an on-going process is still underway. Whilst 45 days will be the business standard term there will be exceptions where there is commercial benefit to both parties in agreeing alternative terms.

Were there any changes to the standard payment terms in the reporting period?

No information available

Any other information about payment terms

No additional information

Maximum contractual payment period agreed

720

Dispute Resolution Process

If a payment dispute arises it is referred to the budget holder, who would normally manage the supply relationship on a day to day basis. In instances, this responsibility is delegated to a member of the relevant department/team. Payment disputes will be escalated in accordance the contractual terms which vary by supply/service. If necessary, the budget holder will request the advice/support of the Procurement & Commercial team who are experienced in dealing with the commercial management of suppliers and may have been a party to the original agreement.

Other Payment Information

Has this business signed up to a code of conduct or standards on payment practices?

For example, signatories to The Prompt Payment Code must commit to paying 95% of their invoices within 60 days.

Does this business offer e-invoicing in relation to qualifying contracts?

This is where suppliers can electronically submit and track invoices. It's not just allowing suppliers to email them an invoice.

Does this business offer supply chain finance?

This is where a supplier who has submitted an invoice can be paid by a third-party finance provider earlier than the agreed payment date. The business would then pay the finance provider the invoiced sum.

Under its payment practices and policies, can this business deduct sums from payments under qualifying contracts as a charge for remaining on a supplier list?

During the reporting period, did the business deduct sums from payments as a charge for remaining on a supplier list?

No information available

Company Summary

SLATER & GORDON (UK) 1 LIMITED is a leading law firm in the UK, providing legal services to individuals and businesses. The company has a strong focus on sustainability and is committed to making a positive impact on the environment and society.

Their sustainability program includes initiatives such as reducing their carbon footprint, promoting recycling and waste reduction, and supporting local communities through charitable donations and pro bono work.

The company offers a wide range of legal services, including personal injury claims, family law, employment law, and commercial law. They have a team of highly experienced solicitors who work tirelessly to provide their clients with the best legal solutions.

The key people at SLATER & GORDON (UK) 1 LIMITED include John Somerville, the Managing Director, and Emma Hopkins, the Director of Legal Operations. Both of them have extensive experience in the legal industry and are committed to providing high-quality services to their clients.

For more information on their services and sustainability program, interested individuals can visit their website at www.slatergordon.co.uk. The registered office address of the company is 58 Mosley Street, Manchester, M2 3HZ.

Financial Metrics

Cash
£10,262,000
Net Worth
£76,155,000
Total Current Assets
£22,337,000
Total Current Liabilities
£61,828,000

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