CHARLES RUSSELL SPEECHLYS LLP

PaymentCheck Score 2023
76Good
5.0vs last year
#2231 in UK
#374 in Financial Services
#950 in London

Company Information

Company Number
OC311850
Employee Count
1,026
Turnover
£218,286,000
EBITDA
£63,390,000

Additional Details

Industries
Financial Services, Professional Services, Property, Infrastructure And Construction
Region
London

Time to Pay

Average Time to Pay
24 days
Shortest Period:0 days
Longest Period:90 days
Max Contractual:90 days

Payment Timeline

Within 30 Days
59%
31-60 Days
36%
After 60 Days
5%
Not Paid Within Terms20%

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: 2023-05-26
Reporting PeriodFiling DateAverage Time to Pay (days)Paid within 30 daysPaid 31-60 daysPaid after 60 daysNot Paid within Terms
01 Nov 2022 - 30 Apr 202326 May 20232459%36%5%20%
01 May 2022 - 31 Oct 202209 Jan 20232957%36%7%19%
01 Nov 2021 - 30 Apr 202206 Jun 20223448%48%6%17%
01 May 2021 - 31 Oct 202117 Dec 20213569%24%7%26%
01 Nov 2020 - 30 Apr 202121 Jun 20213563%32%5%37%
01 Nov 2018 - 30 Apr 201907 Jun 20193157%36%8%25%
01 May 2017 - 31 Oct 201730 Nov 20173481%11%8%28%

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

The Firm will only accept liability for goods and / or services delivered upon the issue of an invoice appropriately addressed to the related contact which is aligned to the instruction provided and agreed.

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

90

Dispute Resolution Process

Any disputes will be dealt with by the appropriate Business Resource Director and the Finance Department. Any delays in settlement through no fault of the supplier may be escalated to the Chief Finance Officer for further review. Complaints or concerns will be considered by the Partner or Business Support Director most closely involved with the supply. Where this does not result in a resolution that is satisfactory to the supplier, the supplier may escalate the complaint or concern to the firm’s Chief Finance Officer who will endeavor to respond within 30 days.

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

Charles Russell Speechlys LLP is a leading British law firm that provides a wide range of legal services to clients in various industries. The firm is committed to sustainability and has a dedicated sustainability program in place to reduce their environmental impact.

Their services include corporate and commercial law, dispute resolution, real estate, private wealth, and more. They also offer specialized services in areas such as art law, sports law, and technology law.

The firm has a team of highly skilled and experienced lawyers, including 170 partners, who work together to provide the best solutions for their clients. Some key people in the firm include Senior Partner James Carter, Managing Partner James Souter, and Head of Sustainability and Responsible Business Emma Bartlett.

In terms of sustainability, Charles Russell Speechlys LLP has implemented various initiatives to reduce their carbon footprint, promote diversity and inclusion, and support their local communities. They have also achieved the ISO 14001 environmental management certification and have been recognized for their efforts in sustainability by various organizations.

The firm's registered office address is 5 Fleet Place, London EC4M 7RD, and their website is www.charlesrussellspeechlys.com. They also have offices in various cities in the UK, Europe, and the Middle East, with contact information available on their website. Overall, Charles Russell Speechlys LLP is a highly reputable law firm that not only provides top-notch legal services but also prioritizes sustainability and responsible business practices.

Financial Metrics

Cash
£15,918,000
Net Worth
£79,672,000
Total Current Assets
£114,429,000
Total Current Liabilities
£45,869,000