BRISTOWS LLP

Company Information

Company Number
OC358808
Registered Address
100 Victoria Embankment, London, EC4Y 0DH
Status
Active
Employee Count
0
Turnover
£52,763,000
EBITDA
£17,906,000

Additional Details

Company Type
Limited liability partnership
Incorporated On
19 October 2010
Industries
Professional Services
Region
London

Time to Pay

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

Payment Timeline

Within 30 Days
44%
31-60 Days
19%
After 60 Days
37%
Not Paid Within Terms48%

Payment Features

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

Company Review

Trend Analysis

The average time for BRISTOWS LLP to pay invoices has fluctuated between 55 days and 76 days over the past three years. There was a significant increase in 2020, but it has since decreased back to the previous levels. However, there has been an overall increase in the percentage of invoices paid later than 60 days.

Volatility Analysis

The average time for BRISTOWS LLP to pay invoices has been relatively stable, with the exception of a spike in 2020. However, there has been volatility in the percentage of invoices paid within 30 days and those paid later than 60 days.

Summary Analysis

From May 2020 to October 2022, BRISTOWS LLP had an average time to pay of 55-76 days. The percentage of invoices paid within 30 days ranged from 32% to 54%, with the lowest percentage being in November 2020. The percentage of invoices paid later than 60 days ranged from 32% to 52%, with the highest percentage being in November 2020. The shortest standard payment period remained at 30 days throughout all periods.

Performance Reports History

Reporting Period Filed: 2025-11-17
Reporting PeriodFiling DateAverage Time to Pay (days)Paid within 30 daysPaid 31-60 daysPaid after 60 daysNot Paid within Terms
01 May 2025 - 31 Oct 202517 Nov 20256345%18%37%47%
01 Nov 2024 - 30 Apr 202517 Nov 20256244%19%37%48%
01 May 2024 - 31 Oct 202402 Dec 20246246%14%40%52%
01 Nov 2023 - 30 Apr 202420 May 20245648%15%37%53%
01 May 2023 - 31 Oct 202323 Nov 20237143%13%44%54%
01 Nov 2022 - 30 Apr 202322 May 20236150%12%38%53%
01 May 2022 - 31 Oct 202216 Nov 20226346%10%44%49%
01 Nov 2021 - 30 Apr 202224 May 20226049%7%44%55%
01 May 2021 - 31 Oct 202119 Nov 20216238%17%45%59%
01 Nov 2020 - 30 Apr 202119 Nov 20216138%15%47%61%
01 May 2020 - 31 Oct 202026 Nov 20207632%16%52%62%
01 Nov 2019 - 30 Apr 202020 May 20205444%18%38%54%
01 May 2019 - 31 Oct 201927 Nov 20196141%11%48%53%
01 Nov 2018 - 30 Apr 201917 May 20195846%16%38%52%
01 May 2018 - 31 Oct 201815 Nov 20185647%11%42%50%
01 Nov 2017 - 30 Apr 201818 May 20185851%14%35%52%
01 May 2017 - 31 Oct 201727 Nov 20175554%14%32%49%

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

Suppliers are paid 30 days after the date of their invoice, subject to our satisfaction that the goods and services have been properly delivered in accordance with the supplier's obligations. As is the norm with law firms, payment to Counsel and other suppliers of professional services that are incurred on behalf of clients, are paid within two days of our being put in funds by our client, unless agreed otherwise with the supplier

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

30

Dispute Resolution Process

Invoice disputes should be referred, in the first instance, to the individual in the firm who was responsible for procuring the goods or services in question. Should they not be able to resolve the dispute, then it should be referred to the firm's CFO.

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

BRISTOWS LLP is a leading law firm based in London, United Kingdom

The firm specializes in providing legal services to clients in the technology, life sciences, and media industries

The firm's sustainability program is focused on reducing their carbon footprint and promoting environmentally friendly practices

They have implemented various initiatives such as using renewable energy sources, reducing paper usage, and promoting recycling within their offices

In terms of products and services, BRISTOWS LLP offers a wide range of legal services including intellectual property, corporate and commercial law, competition law, and data protection

They also provide advice on regulatory compliance and dispute resolution

The key people at BRISTOWS LLP include their managing partner, Theo Savvides, and their senior partner, Mark Watts

They are supported by a team of experienced lawyers and legal professionals

BRISTOWS LLP can be contacted through their website, which provides information on their services, news, and insights on legal developments

Their registered office address is at 100 Victoria Embankment, London, EC4Y 0DH

Overall, BRISTOWS LLP is a prominent law firm with a strong focus on sustainability and providing top-quality legal services to their clients in various industries

Financial Metrics

Cash
£3,102,000
Net Worth
£20,767,000
Total Current Assets
£28,836,000
Total Current Liabilities
£9,344,000

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