The UK’s regional professional services business, Knights, has strengthened its presence in Kent and Sussex after completing the acquisition of Rix & Kay Solicitors LLP.
The acquisition adds 28 lawyers to Knights' team of 1,350 professionals in 32 locations across the country.
They add further strength to Knights' existing teams in Brighton and Kings Hill, with experts across Corporate, Commercial Property, Disputes and Private Client.
Rix & Kay, which reported revenue of £4.2 million in 2025, has built a strong reputation across Kent and Sussex.
The acquisition increases Knights’ presence in the South East – building on recent expansion in Essex and the Thames Valley and reinforcing Knights’ unrivalled regional presence across the country.
David Beech, CEO of Knights, said:
"We are delighted to welcome the Rix & Kay team to Knights. Since this was announced a few weeks ago it has become clear just how much energy and talent is joining our business.
“They are well known for great service and their culture and operational model make this an excellent fit. We are confident that the acquisition will complement our existing teams in Brighton, Kings Hill and beyond.
“We are the business that people go to for professional services everywhere in the UK, and today’s news reinforces that in the South East.”
For Rix & Kay’s clients, the acquisition will offer access to specialists across the UK’s regional professional services business – helping them to tackle any challenge or opportunity.
Richard Cripps, former Managing Partner of Rix & Kay and now Partner at Knights, said:
“We have been considering our options for some time and it is great news that we have been able to conclude our deal with Knights. I have observed Knights’ impressive growth across the UK over recent years and, alongside my fellow partners at Rix & Kay, am delighted to be able to become part of that closer to home in Kent and Sussex.
"I know our fee earning colleagues will thrive in a bigger, better resourced business, and all of us are excited to be joining new colleagues in Brighton and Kings Hill as we come together to provide a wider range of premium legal services to our clients.”