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Bates Wells

Law firm for purpose-driven clients

bateswells.co.uk
Headquarters
London, United Kingdom
Founded year
1970
Company type
Partnership
Number of employees
250–500

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In short: Bates Wells advised on major UK legal reforms, including the Employment Rights Act 2025 and new immigration rules, while earning B Corp recognition.

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Bates Wells advises on expanded right to work checks

The changes will include casual workers and subcontractors, with fines up to £60,000. Employers should prepare now.

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Law Society Gazette

Firm hire: New data privacy head joins Bates Wells

Wells joins the firm from Fieldfisher, where she was a director and barrister. Her clients include public bodies and regulators, social media companies, international organisations...

The Lawyer

Bates Wells swaps partnership deed to "make a positive impact on society"

Partners at Bates Wells Braithwaite (BWB) are now required to "make a postive impact on society" after the firm ripped up its traditional partnership deed...

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