"So on 1 April 1984 almost exactly 10 years to the day since I left I returned to 4 Bedford Row. One of the key reasons for my decision to return was what I already knew about CB, its culture, way of life and reputation, the quality of the partners and staff, the offices, the clients and so far as I knew its financial stability."

Partner Michael Drake reads Chapter 3 of his book on the history of one of the UK’s longest established law firms, Collyer Bristow.

"When I arrived at 4 Bedford Row in August 1969, I did at least know a little more than 14 year old Ralph Kemp in May 1915.  But I had no idea of the extraordinary history, tradition and heritage of a firm which had first established itself so many years earlier."

Partner Michael Drake delivers Chapter 1 of his book on the history of one of the UK’s longest established law firms, Collyer Bristow.

"It was 1760 when Robert Dyneley and Charles Ashmall set up together in practice. On 12 November 1762 they were both admitted to Gray’s Inn and by now their new chambers were established at 1 Field Court in Gray’s Inn. The history of the Row takes us back almost as far as the story of the firm.  The west side of the Row was built in part at least, in the early 1690s, by Nicholas Barbon, who was ultimately responsible for much of the works connecting the City and Westminster."

Partner Michael Drake narrates Chapter 5 of his book on the history of one of the UK’s longest established law firms, Collyer Bristow.

"Following the conclusion of the Dyneley reign, the move to 4 Bedford Row and with John Coverdale now as senior partner, the firm began to grow again. Having been an articled clerk Andrew Alfred Collyer had now arrived as a partner. His family were originally from Farnham but moved to  Beddington near Croydon.  A local archive extract records: “In Beddington Place lived Mr Collyer Bristow, the head of a firm of London lawyers, who was much beloved by all who knew him and was also a generous supporter of all good works in the parish”.

Partner Michael Drake delivers Chapter 6 of his book on the history of one of the UK’s longest established law firms, Collyer Bristow.

Michael Drake introduces his new book and podcast series on the history of one of the UK’s longest established law firms, Collyer Bristow.

As airlines and the network of businesses linked to the airline industry continue to struggle with the effects of the pandemic, Collyer Bristow's aviation litigation expert Simon de Broise is joined by his colleague Ryan Lynch, a specialist in insolvency and complex commercial disputes, to discuss recent developments around restructuring and insolvency.  

Recorded in August 2021, the topics include the effects of new restructuring and corporate support measures enacted by the UK Government in 2020, their impact on creditor’s rights under the Cape Town Convention, and what suppliers and other businesses that interact with the airline industry can expect in the future.

Collyer Bristow Senior Associate Simon de Broise is joined by Chris Tarry of CTAIRA to discuss the challenges still facing the aviation industry as restrictions start to ease.