LINKLATERS LLP

PaymentCheck Score 2023
75Fair
4.9vs last year
#2296 in UK
#82 in Professional Services
#967 in London

Company Information

Company Number
OC326345
Employee Count
5,317
Turnover
£2,074,200,000
EBITDA
£770,500,000

Additional Details

Industries
Professional Services
Region
London

Time to Pay

Average Time to Pay
31 days
Shortest Period:30 days
Longest Period:90 days
Max Contractual:90 days

Payment Timeline

Within 30 Days
71%
31-60 Days
21%
After 60 Days
8%
Not Paid Within Terms32%

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)

Company Review

Trend Analysis

The data shows a fluctuation in the average time taken for LINKLATERS LLP to pay invoices to suppliers over the past three periods. In the first period, May 2017 to October 2017, the average time to pay was 47 days. This increased to 52 days in the fifth period, May 2019 to October 2019, before decreasing to 37 days in the ninth period, May 2021 to October 2021. However, in the most recent period, May 2023 to October 2023, the average time to pay has increased to 31 days.

Volatility Analysis

The volatility of the average time to pay for LINKLATERS LLP can be seen in the variation of the percentage of invoices paid within 30 days, between 56% and 69%, and the percentage of invoices paid later than 60 days, between 8% and 21%, over the past three periods.

Summary Analysis

The average time taken for LINKLATERS LLP to pay invoices to suppliers has decreased from 47 days in the first period to 31 days in the most recent period, a decrease of 16 days. The percentage of invoices paid within 30 days has also increased from 60% in the first period to 71% in the most recent period, an increase of 11%. The percentage of invoices paid later than 60 days has fluctuated but has decreased from 21% in the first period to 8% in the most recent period. However, in the eighth period, November 2020 to April 2021, there was a significant increase in the percentage of invoices not paid within agreed terms, reaching 47%.

Performance Reports History

Reporting Period Filed: 2023-11-28
Reporting PeriodFiling DateAverage Time to Pay (days)Paid within 30 daysPaid 31-60 daysPaid after 60 daysNot Paid within Terms
01 May 2023 - 31 Oct 202328 Nov 20233171%21%8%32%
01 Nov 2022 - 30 Apr 202331 May 20233270%21%9%33%
01 May 2022 - 31 Oct 202228 Nov 20223269%22%9%33%
01 Nov 2021 - 30 Apr 202225 May 20224262%24%14%39%
01 May 2021 - 31 Oct 202129 Nov 20213769%20%11%35%
01 Nov 2020 - 30 Apr 202128 May 20214660%22%18%40%
01 May 2020 - 31 Oct 202030 Nov 20204957%23%20%47%
01 Nov 2019 - 30 Apr 202028 May 20204757%24%19%31%
01 May 2019 - 31 Oct 201921 Nov 20195257%24%19%31%
01 Nov 2018 - 30 Apr 201913 May 20194657%23%20%32%
01 May 2018 - 31 Oct 201826 Nov 20184660%23%18%32%
01 Nov 2017 - 30 Apr 201830 May 20185056%23%21%21%
01 May 2017 - 31 Oct 201701 Dec 20174760%21%19%22%

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

30 days

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

No information available

Any other information about payment terms

n/a

Maximum contractual payment period agreed

90

Dispute Resolution Process

Complaints by suppliers should be directed in the first instance to the named individual responsible for the expenditure. Any resolution is specific to and agreed upon with each supplier

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

LINKLATERS LLP is a leading global law firm that offers a wide range of legal services to clients around the world. The firm is committed to sustainability and has a comprehensive sustainability program in place.

One of the key focuses of LINKLATERS' sustainability program is reducing its environmental impact. The firm has implemented various measures to reduce its carbon footprint, such as using energy-efficient technologies and promoting sustainable transportation options for its employees. LINKLATERS also prioritizes waste reduction and recycling efforts in its offices.

In addition to its sustainability efforts, LINKLATERS offers a variety of high-quality legal services to its clients, including corporate law, banking and finance, and dispute resolution. The firm has a team of experienced and talented lawyers who are dedicated to providing excellent legal advice and support to their clients.

Some of the key people at LINKLATERS include Michael Kent, the firm's Global Managing Partner, and Gideon Moore, the firm's Chairman. Both have played a crucial role in driving the firm's sustainability initiatives and upholding its reputation as a top tier law firm.

LINKLATERS LLP's registered office address is 1 Silk Street, London EC2Y 8HQ, United Kingdom. The firm's website address is www.linklaters.com, where more information about its services, sustainability program, and key people can be found. Overall, LINKLATERS LLP is a reputable and sustainable law firm that is committed to providing exceptional legal services to its clients while also being environmentally conscious.

Financial Metrics

Cash
£202,800,000
Net Worth
£536,000,000
Total Current Assets
£1,148,900,000
Total Current Liabilities
£602,900,000