INCE CO LLP

Company Information

Company Number
OC361858
Employee Count
259
Turnover
£51,637,000
EBITDA
£11,547,000

Additional Details

Industries
Professional Services
Region
South East

Time to Pay

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

Payment Timeline

Within 30 Days
64%
31-60 Days
18%
After 60 Days
17%
Not Paid Within Terms29%

Payment Features

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

Company Review

Trend Analysis

The average time taken for INCE & CO LLP to pay invoices has increased from 36.1 days in Mar 2017 to 38 days in Oct 2017, showing a slight upward trend.

Volatility Analysis

The company's average time to pay has fluctuated within a relatively small range, with the highest being 38 days and the lowest being 36.1 days. This indicates a moderate level of volatility in their payment process.

Summary Analysis

When looking at the data for the past three periods (Mar 2017 - Oct 2017), we can see that there has been a slight increase in the average time taken for INCE & CO LLP to pay invoices. However, the percentage of invoices paid within 30 days has remained stable at around 65%, with a slight decrease in the last period. The percentage of invoices paid between 31 and 60 days has also remained relatively stable at around 18%, with a slight increase in the last period. The biggest change is seen in the percentage of invoices paid later than 60 days, which has increased from 16.1% in Mar 2017 to 17% in Oct 2017. This indicates a slight delay in payments for the company.

Performance Reports History

Reporting Period Filed: 2017-12-20
Reporting PeriodFiling DateAverage Time to Pay (days)Paid within 30 daysPaid 31-60 daysPaid after 60 daysNot Paid within Terms
01 May 2017 - 31 Oct 201720 Dec 20173864%18%17%29%

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

14 days from invoice date

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

No

Any other information about payment terms

N/A

Maximum contractual payment period agreed

30

Dispute Resolution Process

Suppliers should contact one of the following: AccountsPayable@incelaw.com ; the named recipient of the invoice ; or the Director in charge of the Business Services function to which the invoice relates. If your dispute is not satisfactorily resolved, the query should be escalated to the Director of Finance.

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

INCE & CO LLP is a leading international law firm that specializes in shipping, insurance, and energy sectors. Headquartered in London, their team of over 300 lawyers and business services professionals work across 14 offices worldwide to provide legal services to clients across the globe.

The firm offers a range of legal services, including dispute resolution, transactional, and advisory work. They have a strong focus on sustainability and have implemented various initiatives to reduce their environmental impact, such as reducing paper usage and promoting sustainable transport options for employees.

Their sustainability program also extends to their suppliers, with a commitment to working with environmentally responsible partners. INCE & CO LLP also offers pro bono services to support communities in need and works with various charities and organizations to support sustainable development.

Some of their key people include Jan Heuvels, the firm's Global Senior Partner, and Julie-Anne Smith, the head of their sustainability program. Their website, www.incelaw.com, provides information on their services, key people, and news updates. Their registered office address is at Aldgate Tower, 2 Leman Street, London E1 8QN, United Kingdom.

In summary, INCE & CO LLP is a reputable law firm that offers a range of legal services, with a strong focus on sustainability. Their commitment to reducing their environmental impact and supporting communities in need highlights their dedication to responsible business practices.

Financial Metrics

Cash
£6,075,000
Net Worth
£9,657,000
Total Current Assets
£25,509,000
Total Current Liabilities
£14,769,000