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Rix & Kay’s commercial lawyers in Sussex and Kent help businesses to manage and optimise their buyer and supplier relationships.

We know how important it is for businesses to have robust and workable commercial contracts with their buyers and suppliers. It can be the difference between sustainable growth and costly disputes that disrupt business operations. We understand the value of having the right contracts in place to safeguard cash flow issues, helping to add value to the bottom line.

So whether it is a simple supply contract or a complex joint venture, we provide commercially led advice that helps create a platform for growth whilst reducing any unnecessary exposure to risk. Our commercial lawyers’ expertise includes:

  • Confidentiality undertakings
  • Consultancy agreements
  • Consumer protection
  • Contractual disputes
  • Distribution, agency and marketing agreements
  • Franchising and outsourcing agreements
  • Leasing and hire
  • Management agreements
  • Merchandising and sponsorship
  • Software licensing and development agreements
  • Supply agreements

“Providing an invaluable service, the team is regarded for its specialist commercial advice as well as its deal making capacity. Kathryn Paisley, 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 deals, as well as corporate restructuring, incentive arrangements, and director/employee equity agreements”.

“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”.

“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”.

“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”.

Industry peers praise Rix & Kay in the latest edition of Legal 500

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