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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
Industry: Business Support Services

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Latest news about Bates Wells

In short: Bates Wells advised on significant UK regulatory reforms, including the Employment Rights Act 2025 and updated immigration requirements.

Company announcements

August 6 Bates Wells

Bates Wells explains UK right to work expansion

From 1 October 2026, the regime covers worker contracts, sub-contractors, and online matching services, with penalties up to £60,000 per illegal worker.

August 5 Bates Wells

Bates Wells advises charities on Beacon CRM data breach

It covers assessing breach impact, ICO notification within 72 hours, informing affected individuals, and Charity Commission reporting.

August 4 Bates Wells

Bates Wells reports MAC's SOC 3120 TSL recommendation

The Migration Advisory Committee recommends retaining CAD technicians on the Temporary Shortage List for 18 months, with settlement still possible and sector Jobs Plans required.

July 23 Bates Wells

Bates Wells warns AI use risks waiving confidentiality and privilege

It examines a UK tribunal case about AI hallucinations and false citations.

Media coverage

April 1 The Baltimore Sun

Mayor’s office says no endorsement as Bates lists Scott among supporters

Baltimore State’s Attorney Ivan Bates is promoting an endorsement from Mayor Brandon Scott that the mayor’s campaign says ...

7 January 2022 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...

7 January 2022 Solicitors Journal

Bates Wells recruits former head of UK Electoral Commission to join Politics, Elections and Campaigning team

Bates Wells has made a timely appointment in light of recent events at Westminster, by appointing Bob Posner, who was until recently chief executive of...

7 January 2016 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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