Downs Solicitors LLP ’s wide-ranging practice spans corporate and commercial law, including advising on corporate structuring strategies, governance matters, and broader transactional issues. Praised by clients for her ‘excellent advice’, Kate Matthews joined the firm as the team head, bringing her extensive experience in franchising and branding. Alongside Matthews, the firm welcomed Helen Boddy, who is well-equipped to provide advice on risk mitigation during mergers and takeovers.
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‘The people, whom we have worked with, have all the right specialisations and the ability of engagement.’
‘Kate Matthews - she gives excellent advice’
Key clients
- Baby Ballet Franchising Ltd
- Rolys Fudge Pantry Franchising Limited
- Brush Party Limited
- Gesibsumnes Ltd t/a Gymboree Play & Music
- MSP Secretaries Ltd
- The British Franchise association as Mediator
- Pepes Piri Piri Ltd and Pepes Franchising Ltd
- PJ Valves Group including PJ Valves Ltd
- Hawkeye Limited and Kerensa Rose
- Met Serve Ltd
- L&H Emmett Holdings Limited
- Care More Franchising Limited
Work highlights
Acted for Babyballet Ltd, securing additional contracts with other child activity brands, expansion through franchising and adding licenses and expansion in Australia.
Advised shareholders of the Roly’s Fudge Pantry brand on its franchise model and renewing the suite of franchise documents to launch with the network across the UK.
Lawyers
Leading partners
The strongest partners in their field, leading on market-leading deals and endorsed by peers and clients alike.
Practice head
Kate Matthews; Julian Harvey; Richard Clapham;
Other key lawyers
Helen Boddy;