Providing an ‘invaluable’ service, the team at Rix & Kay Solicitors LLP is regarded for its specialist commercial advice as well as its dealmaking capacity. Kathryn Paisley, based in Uckfield, helms the practice, regularly advising clients on transactional issues and working closely with the Eurojuris network of international lawyers. Alan Zeal is also regarded for his experience in high value M&A deals, as well as corporate restructuring, incentive arrangements, and director/employee equity agreements.

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Testimonials

Collated independently by Legal 500 research team.

  • ‘The team at Rix & Kay are extremely personable. They genuinely care about our business and best interests. Nothing is too much trouble, and they are always happy to take the time to explain complex legal jargon and ensure we fully understand the detail. Compared to other firms we have engaged with, Rix & Kay value our business, not matter how large or small.’
  • ‘Rix & Kay has supported us for several years across a number of commercial matters. Working with Alan Zeal and the team made the whole experience very easy. Alan was never too busy to explain complex points or legal language and he kept the process moving at an impressive speed, seeing us complete the deal in around 3 months, just in time for a very happy Christmas!’

  • ‘Rix & Kay guided us with sound advice and expertise from beginning to end. The service provided was invaluable and we learned a lot along the way.’

  • ‘Throughout the entire process of the sale of our company, Kathryn Paisley and Daniel Halls provided a wealth of knowledge. Both were always accessible and patient which helped to keep our stress levels down. With their expertise and guidance, the successful sale of our company was guaranteed.’

  • ‘Diverse range of legal services & solutions. Speedy responses to enquiries.’

  • ‘Knowledgeable & professional clear communication.’

  • ‘Kathryn Paisley is exceptional - she is expert, experienced and builds trusted relationships quickly which then leads to much more productive and quicker resolution of issues or establishing a point of view. I have worked on a number of deals with Kathryn, and she is simply superb.’

  • ‘This practice is unique because of their ethos, which is refreshing. All staff are treated with respect and are valued by the firm, no matter their position. As a customer they always treat you fairly, they will always take the time to ensure you fully understand the situation and the decision making is supported. They also support the local community and the business community, in so many ways.'

Key clients

  • Action Communications Group Ltd EOT
  • Masona Plastics
  • Geoff Boorman Fuels LLP

Work highlights

  • Completed the sale of Action Communications Group Limited to an employee ownership trust.
  • Completed the sale of Arthur E. Mason Limited (trading as Masona Plastics) to Aspen Pumps Group.
  • Completed the sale of the entire trade and assets of the family-owned fuel distributor Geoff Boorman Fuels to NWF.

Practice head

The lawyer(s) leading their teams.

Kathryn Paisley

Other key lawyers

Alan Zeal, Daniel Halls