Social enterprises needed a legal structure that protected their mission. We helped by creating the Community Interest Company.
How we help
Bates Wells' unique blend of legal, impact, advisory and compliance expertise allows us to provide holistic advice to Impact Economy businesses. We’re a certified B Corp, so our values are at the centre of what we do, shaping the advice and support we offer to your business.
Whether you need empathetic employment advice informed by your values; real estate lawyers that understand the value of sustainable workplaces and premises; or experts in impact investing and finance, we have the legal expertise to guide you through.
Beyond legal advice, our Impact & Advisory team works with businesses to embed purpose in their strategy and management, as well as creating structures for measuring and managing impact. And our Compliance team helps socially responsible, FCA-regulated businesses to flourish.
We understand the Impact Economy. Find out more about how we can help you.
As the language of the Impact Economy develops, we’ll add relevant terminology to our Impact Economy Glossary, to help share a common understanding.
Case Studies
In the largest refinancing deal of its kind, we’ve helped a community transport company to grow into one of the UK’s most successful social enterprises.
Our Impact Economy Team
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