How long does a typical business acquisition take?

Most business acquisitions take between 8-12 weeks from initial offer to completion, depending on the complexity of the transaction and due diligence requirements. Our corporate lawyers work efficiently to minimise delays while ensuring thorough legal protection.

What are the key legal considerations when selling my business?

Key considerations include business valuation, due diligence preparation, warranty and indemnity provisions, employee transfer arrangements (TUPE), regulatory approvals, and tax structuring. Our team provides comprehensive guidance on all aspects of business sales.

Do I need a corporate lawyer for company restructuring?

Yes, corporate restructuring involves complex legal, tax, and regulatory considerations that require specialist expertise. Our corporate solicitors ensure compliance with Companies House requirements, protect stakeholder interests, and structure arrangements efficiently.

How much do corporate legal services cost?

Our fees vary depending on transaction complexity and value. We provide transparent fee estimates upfront and offer flexible pricing options, including fixed fees for certain services. We’ll discuss all costs clearly before commencing work, in line with our Client Service Charter commitment to transparency.

What is due diligence and why is it important?

Due diligence is a comprehensive investigation of a business’s legal, financial, and commercial position before a transaction. It identifies potential risks, liabilities, and opportunities, enabling informed decision-making and appropriate deal structuring. Our experienced team conducts thorough due diligence to protect your interests.

Can you help with corporate governance matters?

Yes, our corporate lawyers provide comprehensive corporate governance advice, including board procedures, director duties, statutory compliance, shareholder relations, and constitutional document reviews. We help ensure your business operates within proper legal frameworks while supporting commercial objectives.

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Expert advice and innovative solutions for businesses

When your business faces complex corporate challenges, you need experienced corporate lawyers who understand both the legal landscape and your commercial objectives. At Nelsons, our corporate solicitors in Derby, Leicester and Nottingham combine decades of expertise with a deep understanding of business dynamics to deliver strategic legal solutions that empower your company’s growth and protect your interests.

Whether you’re navigating a merger, acquiring a competitor, restructuring your business, or seeking investment, our corporate law team provides the clarity and confidence you need to make informed decisions. We don’t just handle transactions – we become your trusted advisors, steering you through complex corporate matters with precision and care.

Contact our expert corporate lawyers today on 0800 024 1976 or enquire online for specialist legal advice tailored to your business needs.

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Comprehensive Corporate Legal Services We Provide

Our corporate solicitors offer a full spectrum of business legal services designed to support companies at every stage of their journey:

Mergers, Acquisitions and Disposals

Due diligence investigations and risk assessment
Negotiating sale and purchase agreements
Share and asset acquisitions and disposals
Management buyouts and buy-ins
Regulatory compliance and approval processes

Corporate Restructuring and Reorganisation

Corporate restructuring strategies
Group reorganisations and simplifications
Demergers and spin-offs
Solvent liquidations and members’ voluntary liquidations
Cross-border restructuring advice

Corporate Finance and Investment

Venture capital and private equity transactions
Debt and equity financing arrangements
Growth capital and development funding
Investment agreement negotiations
Shareholder rights and protection

Joint Ventures and Partnerships

Strategic partnership agreements
Joint venture structuring and documentation
Shareholders’ agreements and governance frameworks
Partnership disputes and resolution
Exit strategies and mechanisms

Corporate Governance and Compliance

Board governance and director responsibilities
Statutory compliance and regulatory requirements
Corporate secretarial services
Articles of association and constitutional documents
Directors’ and officers’ insurance advice

Share Schemes and Employee Ownership

Employee share ownership plans (ESOPs)
Management incentive schemes
Share option and phantom share arrangements
Enterprise Management Incentive (EMI) schemes
Employee benefit trust structures

Our Proven Corporate Law Process

1. Initial Strategic Consultation – We begin with a comprehensive discussion about your corporate objectives, timeline, and specific requirements. Our corporate lawyers will assess your situation and provide initial strategic guidance to help you understand your options and potential outcomes.

2. Detailed Due Diligence and Planning – Our team conducts thorough legal, commercial, and financial due diligence, identifying potential risks and opportunities. We develop a detailed project plan with clear timelines and milestones, ensuring you understand each stage of the process.

3. Documentation and Negotiation – We draft and negotiate all necessary legal documentation, from heads of terms through to completion documents. Our solicitors protect your interests while facilitating smooth negotiations with all parties involved.

4. Completion and Implementation – We coordinate all aspects of transaction completion, ensuring regulatory compliance and proper documentation. Our team manages the legal transfer process and provides post-completion support to ensure seamless implementation.

5. Ongoing Advisory Support – Beyond completion, we provide continuing corporate governance advice and support for any post-transaction matters, maintaining our relationship as your trusted corporate legal advisors.

Why Choose Nelsons Corporate Lawyers

Recognised Legal Excellence – Our corporate team is consistently ranked by Chambers and Partners and The Legal 500 as leading corporate solicitors in the East Midlands. This independent recognition reflects our proven track record of delivering exceptional results for businesses across various sectors.
Sector-Specific Expertise – We provide specialist corporate legal advice to businesses operating in property and construction, creative industries, healthcare, technology, retail, manufacturing, and professional services sectors. Our lawyers understand the unique challenges and opportunities within your industry.
Comprehensive Business Law Support – Working alongside our Dispute Resolution, Employment Law, Commerce and Technology, Commercial Property and Investment Management teams, we provide integrated legal solutions that address all aspects of your business needs. This collaborative approach ensures consistent, comprehensive advice across all your legal requirements.
Client-Focused Service Approach – Following our Client Service Charter, we empower our clients by providing choice in pricing options and maintaining transparent communication throughout. You’ll have direct access to your dedicated corporate lawyer, with 24-hour response times for calls and emails.
Proven Transaction Experience – Our corporate solicitors have successfully advised on hundreds of transactions, from small business acquisitions to complex multi-million pound deals. Recent successes include advising on management buyouts, private equity investments, and strategic acquisitions across the East Midlands.

Ready to Discuss Your Corporate Legal Needs?

Our experienced corporate lawyers are ready to help you achieve your business objectives with confidence. Whether you’re planning a strategic transaction, need ongoing corporate governance support, or require urgent legal advice, our team provides the expertise and guidance you need.

Contact us on 0800 024 1976 or via our online enquiry form for a guaranteed response.

Meet the team

Alice Rees
Partner & Solicitor
Duncan Taylor
Partner & Solicitor
Rik Pancholi
Partner & Solicitor
Gavin White
Partner & Solicitor
Rachel Bennett
Partner & Solicitor

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Testimonials...

"With a presence in both Nottingham and Derby, Nelsons, which primarily focuses on corporate issues, advises a mix of owner-managed businesses, SMEs, PLCs and multi-national conglomerates..."

The Legal 500
“Represents a broad portfolio of family-managed and owner-managed clients, as well as multinationals and plcs..."

Chambers and Partners
"...Continues to be involved in a variety of transactions on both the buyer and seller sides, with particular activity in the healthcare sector as part of a broad offering..."

Chambers and Partners (Continued)
"...Offices across the East Midlands ensure local clients benefit from an impressive depth of resources to assist on transactional work. Active on deals across a variety of sectors including aerospace, banking and charities among others..."

Chambers and Partners (Continued)
"...Strengths - clients appreciate that the lawyers are 'approachable and transparent,' and that 'they become part of your team'."

Chambers and Partners (Continued)
"Definitely the best corporate and commercial team in the East Midlands."

Referee feedback provided to The Legal 500 2023
"Personal service by professional people with a comprehensive service offering. Good use of technology particularly when in house meeting were not available."

Referee feedback provided to The Legal 500 2023
"Alice Rees heads the...Corporate and Commercial Team. She is the go to Corporate Lawyer for a number of intermediaries, other law firms, certain sectors and leads and manages her transactional teams well..."

Referee feedback provided to The Legal 500 2024
"...Ziaur Rahman is very experienced and very commercial. Duncan Taylor is a fantastic Corporate lawyer. Calm, knowledgeable, gives clear advice and well respected..."

Referee feedback provided to The Legal 500 2024 (Continued)
"...Palbir Vadesha is a great support to Ziaur Rahman but also deals with and manages transactions herself. She works hard for her client, is thorough and definitely one to watch."

Referee feedback provided to The Legal 500 2024 (Continued)
"Nelsons have carried out over the past two years a number of complex transactions for my clients and we were always comforted to know that the work they carried out was to the highest standard."

Referee feedback provided to The Legal 500 2024

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Corporate Lawyers FAQS

Below, we have answered some frequently asked questions concerning corporate lawyers

How long does a typical business acquisition take?

Most business acquisitions take between 8-12 weeks from initial offer to completion, depending on the complexity of the transaction and due diligence requirements. Our corporate lawyers work efficiently to minimise delays while ensuring thorough legal protection.
What are the key legal considerations when selling my business?

Key considerations include business valuation, due diligence preparation, warranty and indemnity provisions, employee transfer arrangements (TUPE), regulatory approvals, and tax structuring. Our team provides comprehensive guidance on all aspects of business sales.
Do I need a corporate lawyer for company restructuring?

Yes, corporate restructuring involves complex legal, tax, and regulatory considerations that require specialist expertise. Our corporate solicitors ensure compliance with Companies House requirements, protect stakeholder interests, and structure arrangements efficiently.
How much do corporate legal services cost?

Our fees vary depending on transaction complexity and value. We provide transparent fee estimates upfront and offer flexible pricing options, including fixed fees for certain services. We’ll discuss all costs clearly before commencing work, in line with our Client Service Charter commitment to transparency.
What is due diligence and why is it important?

Due diligence is a comprehensive investigation of a business’s legal, financial, and commercial position before a transaction. It identifies potential risks, liabilities, and opportunities, enabling informed decision-making and appropriate deal structuring. Our experienced team conducts thorough due diligence to protect your interests.
Can you help with corporate governance matters?

Yes, our corporate lawyers provide comprehensive corporate governance advice, including board procedures, director duties, statutory compliance, shareholder relations, and constitutional document reviews. We help ensure your business operates within proper legal frameworks while supporting commercial objectives.