Behrouzi Associates Faces Winding-Up Petition
A winding-up petition has been presented against Behrouzi Associates Limited at the Central Registry of Winding-up Petitions under case reference CR-2026-008182. The petition was filed on 21 October 2026, marking the earliest public court record of formal compulsory liquidation proceedings being initiated against the company. The presentation of a petition is not a determination of insolvency, and the court has made no winding-up order against the business.
Under English insolvency procedure governed by the Insolvency Act 1986, the filing of a petition at the High Court of Justice precedes any formal hearing or public advertisement. It serves as an immediate risk indicator for commercial counterparties, credit insurers, and project partners.
Petition details
According to records maintained at the Central Registry of Winding-up Petitions, the filing details are as follows:
| Detail | Case Record |
| :--- | :--- |
| Company Name | BEHROUZI ASSOCIATES LIMITED |
| Case Number | CR-2026-008182 |
| Case Type | Companies - Petition - Winding Up Petition |
| Filing Date | 21 October 2026 |
| Court Source | Central Registry of Winding-up Petitions (CE-File public search) |
| Petitioning Creditor | [Shown in the creditor report →](#offers-creditor) |
| Petitioner Solicitor | [Shown in the creditor report →](#offers-creditor) |
| Debt Amount | [Check the creditor report →](#offers-creditor) |
Because the CE-File public register entry omits the petitioner identity and petition sum, these figures remain restricted to service copies and formal registry certificates. Where formal confirmation of court filings is required for compliance or conveyancing, practitioners can [Get a Winding Up Search Certificate →](#offers-certificate).
Company snapshot
Public records from Companies House confirm that Behrouzi Associates Limited is a long-standing business registered under company number 03003992.
- Registered Office: 17 Copperwood Lodge, Bycullah Road, Enfield, England, EN2 8HD
- Incorporation Date: 21 December 1994
- Current Status: Active, proposal to strike off
- Standard Industrial Classification (SIC): 71111 (Architectural activities)
- Financial Statements: [Check the creditor report →](#offers-creditor)
The company register currently shows an active proposal to strike off. When a winding-up petition is lodged against an entity with a pending strike-off action, statutory procedures require the registrar to suspend administrative dissolution under section 1003 of the Companies Act 2006 to allow the court petition to proceed.
Directors and ownership
Companies House records document the current and historical governance structure of Behrouzi Associates Limited.
The current officers are:
- Mr Shardad Behrouzi, director, appointed 24 May 1995. The register records his nationality as British, country of residence as England, and date of birth as September 1960.
- Mr Marco Mehrdad Behrouzi, company secretary, appointed 11 January 2022.
Historical officer appointments on the register include:
- Mr Shardad Behrouzi, director, appointed 21 December 1994, resigned 3 May 1995.
- Mr Marco Behrouzi, secretary, appointed 21 December 1994, resigned 2 May 1995; subsequently appointed director 2 May 1995, resigned 4 January 2012.
- Mr Robert Conway, nominee secretary, appointed 21 December 1994, resigned 21 December 1994.
- Mr Graham Michael Cowan, nominee director, appointed 21 December 1994, resigned 21 December 1994.
- Ms Dory D'Arcy, secretary, appointed 3 May 1995, resigned 11 January 2022.
According to the register of Persons with Significant Control (PSC), Mr Shardad Behrouzi was notified on 6 April 2016 as holding:
- Ownership of shares: 75% to 100%
- Voting rights: 75% to 100%
- Right to appoint and remove directors
These entries represent public register facts. The register does not associate named officers or shareholders with any liability, insolvency fault, or petition claims.
Recent filings and Gazette activity
Public notices published in The Gazette do not record an advertised petition or winding-up order for Behrouzi Associates Limited at the date of this report. Under Rule 7.10 of the Insolvency (England and Wales) Rules 2016, a petitioner must not advertise a winding-up petition in The Gazette earlier than seven business days after service on the company, nor later than seven business days before the listed hearing date.
Creditors and counterparties can verify ongoing status and compare daily court actions on the winding up petitions list today.
What this means for suppliers, creditors and counterparties
The presentation of a winding-up petition triggers severe legal constraints under section 127 of the Insolvency Act 1986. If a winding-up order is eventually made, any disposition of the company property made after the date of presentation is void unless validated by the court.
This statutory provision creates significant risk for trading partners:
- Payments made by the company after 21 October 2026 can be reclaimed by an official receiver or liquidator.
- Bank accounts are routinely frozen by clearing banks once they learn of a petition to avoid potential liability under section 127.
- Work in progress or ongoing architectural appointments under RIBA contracts may face sudden suspension.
Practical exposure assessment
Credit controllers and project clients dealing with a petitioned entity should apply a structured review:
1. Quantify unsettled ledger exposure and outstanding architectural delivery milestones.
2. Review title reservation terms on drawings, intellectual property, and design work.
3. Pause discretionary trade credit extensions until court status is clarified.
4. Avoid accepting post-petition asset transfers without an approved section 127 validation order.
5. Conduct a wider portfolio check by running a winding up petition search across linked subcontractors and suppliers.
Composite scenario: Trade contractor impact
Consider an architectural practice that engages specialist surveying sub-consultants. If a main contractor pays £15,000 for site drawings after a petition has been presented, and the practice is subsequently wound up, the liquidator may demand repayment of that sum into the liquidation estate. A timely winding up search before releasing funds or completing work prevents counterparties from falling into avoidable section 127 clawback litigation.
How to investigate further
To establish whether a petition has been resolved, withdrawn, or listed for hearing, parties should check the official registers. Formal verification can be undertaken through the High Court CE-File public register, the Companies House profile, and insolvency notices in The Gazette.
For real-time corporate oversight and updates on this filing, review the Behrouzi Associates Limited company profile. To avoid manual cause-list reconciliations across your supplier ledger, use free company monitoring for automated alerts on registry changes.
For conveyancers, lawyers and lenders
For legal professionals advising on commercial property, corporate financing, or construction mandates, confirming counterparty standing is a critical pre-completion duty. Missing an active petition prior to loan drawdown or contract completion exposes advisers to severe professional negligence claims under section 127 invalidation rules. Undertaking a conclusive winding up search provides documentary evidence that no compulsory liquidation filings affect the contracting party.
FAQ
What happens after a winding-up petition is filed?
Once filed at the Central Registry, the petitioner must serve the petition at the company registered office. The court issues a case number and lists a hearing date, typically 6 to 10 weeks later. If the debt remains unpaid and the petition is not dismissed, the petitioner advertises the petition in The Gazette before the court hearing.
Does presenting a petition mean the company is insolvent?
No. A petition indicates that an alleged creditor claims a liquidated debt exceeding £750 that has not been satisfied. The court examines the validity of the claim at the hearing. The petition may be dismissed, settled, or disputed on bona fide substantial grounds.
When can a petition be advertised in The Gazette?
Under the Insolvency (England and Wales) Rules 2016, the petitioner cannot advertise the petition until at least seven business days have elapsed since service on the company. Advertisement must occur at least seven business days before the hearing date.
What is the risk of trading after a petition date?
Under section 127 of the Insolvency Act 1986, any disposition of the company assets after the petition presentation date is void if a winding-up order is subsequently granted. Counterparties receiving payments risk liquidator clawback actions unless a validation order is granted by the court.
Disclaimer
This report summarises a petition recorded at the Central Registry of Winding-up Petitions. Presentation of a petition is not a determination of insolvency; the outcome is a matter for the court. Companies believing they are named incorrectly should email contact@corp-intel.co.uk.