WALKER MORRIS LLP

PaymentCheck Score 2025
85Good
4.5vs last year
#1343 in UK
#98 in Professional Services
#60 in Yorkshire and The Humber

Company Information

Company Number
OC338981
Registered Address
33 Wellington Street, Leeds, England, LS1 4DL
Status
Active
Employee Count
392
Turnover
£67,492,000
EBITDA
£33,237,000

Additional Details

Company Type
Limited liability partnership
Incorporated On
25 July 2008
Industries
Professional Services
Region
Yorkshire and The Humber

Time to Pay

Average Time to Pay
28 days
Shortest Period:30 days
Longest Period:0 days
Max Contractual:60 days

Payment Timeline

Within 30 Days
81%
31-60 Days
11%
After 60 Days
8%
Not Paid Within Terms17%

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: 2024-11-29
Reporting PeriodFiling DateAverage Time to Pay (days)Paid within 30 daysPaid 31-60 daysPaid after 60 daysNot Paid within Terms
01 Nov 2024 - 30 Apr 202529 May 20252883%10%7%12%
01 Nov 2023 - 30 Apr 202429 May 20243175%16%9%23%
01 May 2023 - 31 Oct 202330 Nov 20233077%15%8%32%
01 Nov 2022 - 30 Apr 202330 May 20233082%9%9%30%
01 Nov 2021 - 30 Apr 202230 May 20223084%8%8%23%
01 May 2021 - 31 Oct 202130 Nov 20212781%10%9%20%

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

All suppliers to the Firm are paid within 30 days either by BACS or by Direct Debit. Matter related professional disbursements eg. Counsel fees are paid once we have received payment from our client. The exceptions being if we are delayed in being paid we will, with Partner and Finance Office Manager approval, settle the invoice.

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

60

Dispute Resolution Process

If the payments team leader is unable to pay the invoice due to a dispute she will initially contact the supplier and the Walker Morris budget holder to identify the issues causing the delay in payment. If the issue is resolved then payment will be made, if not it would be escalated to the FD or Partner in charge of that business area.

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

Walker Morris LLP is a leading law firm based in Leeds, UK. Established in 1988, the firm has grown to become one of the largest independent law firms in the country, with over 250 lawyers and staff.

The firm offers a wide range of legal services, including corporate, commercial, dispute resolution, and real estate. Their clients include national and international businesses, financial institutions, and public sector organizations.

Walker Morris LLP is committed to sustainability and has implemented various initiatives to reduce their environmental impact. This includes reducing their carbon footprint, promoting sustainable travel options for employees, and working with suppliers who share their sustainability values.

In addition to their sustainability efforts, the firm also offers pro bono legal services to charities and community organizations. This commitment to social responsibility has earned Walker Morris LLP recognition as a Responsible Business Champion by the Lord Mayor's Appeal.

The key people at Walker Morris LLP include the managing partner, Malcolm Simpson, and the senior partner, Ian Gilbert. Both have been with the firm for over 20 years and have played a pivotal role in its growth and success.

The firm's registered office address is 33 Wellington Street, Leeds LS1 4DL. Their website, www.walkermorris.co.uk, provides detailed information about their services, people, and sustainability initiatives, as well as contact information for each of their offices across the UK.

Financial Metrics

Cash
£14,545,000
Net Worth
£31,624,000
Total Current Assets
£40,081,000
Total Current Liabilities
£8,011,000

Company Location