BFA Annual Empowering Women in Business
May 2026
Kate Matthews QFP and Carol Christofi of Downs Solicitors very much enjoyed the BFA Annual Empowering Women in Business event. The inspirational and motivational speakers were amazing.
Downs sponsor prestigious EWIF awards
May 2026
Carol Christofi and Kate Matthews of Downs Solicitors are looking forward to attend attending the BFA EWIB event on 20 MAY 2026 for women in business. This year EWIB is partnering with the EWIF Awards on the same evening.
Contentious Probate workshop hosted by Selbourne Chambers
Mar 2026
25 Feb 2026 Kate Matthews of Downs Solicitors enjoyed the interactive Contentious Probate workshop hosted by Selbourne Chambers in the iconic Old Court House in Lincoln’s Inn. Focusing on 50 years since the 1975 Act, it was an excellent opportunity to consider and discuss the impact and relevant changes over the years and those for the future. What will the next 50 years bring?
Downs Solicitors were again delighted to host the Encouraging Women into Franchising South Region
Feb 2026
1 February 2026 Downs Solicitors were again delighted to host the Encouraging Women into Franchising South Region event. Chaired by South Chair Kate Matthews of Downs and assisted by colleagues Julian Harvey and Kieran, she welcomed EWIF attendees, consisting of franchisors, franchisees and service providers to the industry.
Surrey law firm boosts franchise offering with new expert at the helm
Sep 2025
Leading Surrey law firm, Downs Solicitors, has bolstered its franchise services to clients as it appoints a high profile consultant solicitor to take the lead.
Kate Matthews, Consultant Solicitor at Downs’ Reigate office, is highly acclaimed by her peers in Worldwide Who’s Who Franchising. For many years she has been ranked for franchising services in the leading Legal Directories, Legal 500 and Chambers, which analyse and rank the capabilities of Law firms around the world based on feedback and research from more than 250,000 sources.
Downs Solicitors host South Region Encouraging Women Into Franchising (EWIF)
Jul 2025
On 18 July 2025 Downs Solicitors LLP were delighted to host the South Region Encouraging Women Into Franchising (EWIF) meeting at their Dorking offices.
Geoffrey Sparks Joins Downs Corporate and Commercial Team
Jul 2024
Downs has appointed Geoff Sparks to its expanding Corporate and Commercial team.
Surrey firm secures excellent ranking in Legal 500
Oct 2021
Downs Solicitors, is celebrating yet another high ranking in the prestigious Legal 500 in three different categories.
Downs Solicitors announces partner promotions
Jun 2021
Downs has promoted two senior associates to the role of partner, strengthening the firm’s leadership as it emerges from the Covid-19 pandemic.
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